The Untold Story: 7 Surprising Facts About Scott Foley And Jennifer Garner's Short-Lived Hollywood Marriage
The whirlwind romance between Scott Foley and Jennifer Garner remains one of Hollywood’s most talked-about early 2000s pairings, a relationship that began on a TV set and ended just as Jennifer Garner’s career was about to explode. Even two decades after their divorce, fans are still curious about the dynamic between the two stars and their current feelings about the short-lived union.
As of late 2025, both actors have moved on to successful second marriages and long-term relationships, but recent revelations from both Foley and Garner offer fresh, candid insight into why their marriage "imploded" and how they manage their status as celebrity exes today, confirming they are "cordial" but do not keep in contact.
Scott Foley and Jennifer Garner: Complete Biographical Profiles
To fully understand the context of their relationship, it is essential to look at the careers and personal lives of the two actors at the time they met and where they are today.
Scott Foley Profile
- Full Name: Scott Kellerman Foley
- Born: July 15, 1972, in Kansas City, Missouri
- Age: 53 (as of December 2025)
- Profession: Actor, Director, Producer, Screenwriter
- Notable Roles: Noel Crane (*Felicity*), Bob Brown (*The Unit*), Dr. Lawrence (*Scrubs*), Jake Ballard (*Scandal*), Will Chase (*Whiskey Cavalier*)
- Spouses: Jennifer Garner (m. 2000; div. 2004), Marika Domińczyk (m. 2007–present)
- Children: Three with Marika Domińczyk: Malina, Keller, and Konrad
Jennifer Garner Profile
- Full Name: Jennifer Anne Garner
- Born: April 17, 1972, in Houston, Texas (raised in Charleston, West Virginia)
- Age: 53 (as of December 2025)
- Profession: Actress, Producer
- Notable Roles: Sydney Bristow (*Alias*), Jenna Rink (*13 Going on 30*), Elektra Natchios (*Daredevil*), Vanessa Loring (*Juno*)
- Spouses: Scott Foley (m. 2000; div. 2004), Ben Affleck (m. 2005; div. 2018)
- Children: Three with Ben Affleck: Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel
- Current Partner: John Miller (CEO, dating since 2018)
The Felicity Set Romance and Rapid Timeline
The relationship between Scott Foley and Jennifer Garner is a classic case of a set romance that quickly escalated into marriage. The two actors met in 1998 on the set of the popular WB college drama, *Felicity*.
Foley was a series regular, playing the beloved character Noel Crane, one half of the show’s central love triangle. Garner was cast in a recurring role as Hanna Bibb, Noel’s long-distance girlfriend. Their on-screen chemistry quickly translated into a real-life connection, which many celebrity couples experience when working closely together.
The timeline of their relationship was notably fast-paced, something Garner would later reflect on with a hint of regret.
- 1998: Scott Foley and Jennifer Garner meet on the set of *Felicity*.
- April 1999: The couple begins dating.
- October 19, 2000: They marry in a private ceremony.
- 2001: Garner lands her breakout role as Sydney Bristow on the spy thriller *Alias*, which ultimately changed the trajectory of her career and personal life.
- May 2003: The couple separates.
- March 30, 2004: Their divorce is finalized.
Garner has since noted that everything felt "speeded up" in their early 20s, a sentiment that speaks to the intensity and brevity of their union. While the marriage lasted only about three years, it was a pivotal chapter for both actors, marking their first major steps into A-list Hollywood status.
Why the Marriage ‘Imploded’ and Their Current Status
The divorce between Scott Foley and Jennifer Garner was announced in 2003, and while initial reports were respectful, both actors have offered more candid reflections in the years since, providing a clearer picture of the split.
The Career Imbalance and Regret
A major shift in their dynamic occurred when Jennifer Garner began filming *Alias* and her career skyrocketed. She went from a guest star to a global sensation almost overnight, while Scott Foley's career, though successful, maintained a steady pace.
In later interviews, Garner admitted that she regretted marrying so young, telling *The Sun* that she wished she hadn’t married in her 20s, a comment widely interpreted as a reflection on her relationship with Foley. She also told *Allure* that her marriage to Foley "imploded" but was quick to call him a "great guy," dismissing rumors of a third party being the cause of the split.
The Current, Cordial Distance
Despite the amicable nature of their separation and Garner's kind words, the two actors have made it clear that they are not friends. In a recent interview, Scott Foley was asked about his connection with his ex-wife.
He revealed that he and Garner do not "keep in contact" but emphasized that their relationship is "cordial". This revelation, made with his current wife, Marika Domińczyk, sitting nearby, confirms that there is no lingering drama or ill-will, but also no personal relationship between the two celebrity exes.
This reality is common among celebrity first marriages, where the paths of two young stars diverge dramatically. Both Scott Foley and Jennifer Garner have since found lasting love and stability. Foley married actress Marika Domińczyk in 2007, and they have three children. Garner, after her marriage to Ben Affleck, has been in an off-again-on-again relationship with businessman John Miller since 2018.
The story of Scott Foley and Jennifer Garner remains a fascinating footnote in Hollywood history, a reminder that even the most picture-perfect on-set romances can be casualties of the intense pressures of fame and youth.
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