Jennifer Garner, known for her warm presence on screen and quiet strength off it, offered fans a rare glimpse into her personal life this weekend when she embraced and kissed longtime boyfriend John Miller at the finish line of a fundraising run in Los Angeles. The public moment of affection, captured by cameras, marked a notable shift in the famously private couple’s otherwise discreet relationship.

The actress, 53, organized the charity event as the culmination of her two-month-long personal commitment to run one mile every day to raise awareness and support for Save the Children, a nonprofit focused on fighting child hunger.

Garner had previously invited the public to join her for the final leg of the challenge, posting on Instagram: “Join me on June 22nd—wherever you are—to celebrate what we’ve done and keep this movement going strong!” The event, held in Los Angeles, was not only a celebration of community and philanthropy but unexpectedly became a celebration of love.

Dressed in a simple athletic outfit with her hair tied back in a classic French braid, Garner beamed as she crossed the finish line. Waiting for her was John Miller, 47, who smiled and embraced the actress before kissing her in front of participants and cameras—a moment that, while brief, spoke volumes.

A Relationship Built on Privacy

Garner and Miller began dating in 2018, following their respective divorces—Garner from actor Ben Affleck, and Miller from concert violinist Caroline Campbell. For much of their relationship, the couple avoided red carpets and rarely made public appearances together.

In recent years, however, their comfort in public has grown, with rare sightings of the pair walking together or attending low-key gatherings. Sunday’s kiss marked perhaps the most affectionate and public moment they’ve shared to date—particularly significant given the high-profile lives they both lead.

According to reports from Us Weekly, Miller currently splits his time between Garner’s home and his Los Angeles office, as he searches for a permanent residence after losing his previous home in a wildfire earlier this year.

Despite their choice to stay largely out of the spotlight, friends close to the couple describe their relationship as deeply supportive and grounded. “They’ve both been through a lot,” a source shared. “And what they’ve found with each other is stability. There’s a calmness about their relationship.”

A Run for a Cause—and for Joy

The charity run marked a significant milestone in Garner’s ongoing philanthropic efforts. A longtime advocate for children’s welfare, Garner has worked closely with Save the Children for years. Her commitment to running one mile each day for more than two months was not just a personal challenge, but a public call to action.

“Running every day was about more than just fitness,” Garner said in a previous statement. “It was about showing up, staying consistent, and helping kids who don’t have the basics.”

Participants in Sunday’s run included fellow advocates, local supporters, and families, all gathering to champion a cause that Garner has tirelessly promoted.

Miller, dressed casually in a green olive T-shirt and jeans, was seen holding a coffee as he waited for Garner to finish. His presence, and his support at the event, underscored the quiet role he’s played in her life—one of encouragement rather than fanfare.

Blended Families and New Beginnings

Garner is currently raising her three children—Violet, 19, Fin, 16, and Samuel, 13—whom she shares with Ben Affleck. According to reports, Affleck recently purchased a home just minutes from Garner’s to remain close to the children, signaling a continued co-parenting arrangement that prioritizes stability.

Miller, for his part, shares two children with ex-wife Caroline Campbell and maintains a low public profile despite his high-level roles as CEO of the tech firm PopID and president of CaliGroup, the parent company of CaliBurger.

Garner and Miller’s blended family dynamic appears to be working smoothly. Insiders say that Miller and Affleck maintain a cordial relationship, and that the focus remains on creating a peaceful and nurturing environment for the children.

A Kiss That Speaks Volumes

While the kiss may seem like a small gesture, it represents something larger in Garner’s journey—peace, perhaps even happiness, following years of personal change and public scrutiny.

Having gone through a widely publicized divorce, raised three children under the spotlight, and continued to build a career that balances acting and activism, Jennifer Garner’s life has been marked by grace under pressure. Her appearance on Sunday—with a partner by her side, a community around her, and a cause close to her heart—felt like a moment of well-earned joy.

For fans who’ve followed her journey since Alias, it was a glimpse of Jennifer Garner not as a celebrity, but as a woman in motion—running for something bigger than herself, and finding love, strength, and peace along the way.