Ben Affleck, out of Rehab, Calls Addiction a Lifelong Struggle

Actor Ben Affleck attends the premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures' "Justice League" at Dolby Theatre on November 13, 2017 in Hollywood, California. Emma McIntyre/Getty Images
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Oscar winner Ben Affleck said on Oct. 4 he had completed a 40-day residential alcohol rehab program but said that battling addiction “is a lifelong and difficult struggle.”

Affleck, 46, who also went to rehab in 2017 and 2001, said in a posting on his Instagram account that he remained in outpatient care, and thanked his family, friends and fans for their support.