Who Are Ben and Casey Affleck's Parents?
Ben Affleck and Casey Affleck are sons of Christopher Anne "Chris" Affleck and Timothy Byers Affleck. Their parents raised them in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and later in the Boston area.
Father: Timothy Byers Affleck
Timothy Byers Affleck worked a variety of jobs, including as a carpenter, a fry cook, and a janitor. He was also a stage actor and playwright, and he encouraged his sons' early interest in performing arts.
Mother: Chris Affleck
Chris Affleck worked as a schoolteacher and later as a volunteer for community organizations. She supported her sons' education and creative pursuits while the family moved between Massachusetts and other locations during their childhood.
Early Life and Family Influence
Growing up, Ben and Casey Affleck were exposed to theater and storytelling through their father's work. The brothers have spoken about how their parents' modest lifestyle and emphasis on education shaped their approach to acting and filmmaking. For more background on the Affleck family, see Biography – Ben Affleck.
