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Ben Affleck Reveals He Was Sick During Emotional 'Armageddon' Scene

Published January 20, 2026, 07:26
Ben Affleck Reveals He Was Sick During Emotional 'Armageddon' Scene

Ben Affleck recently revealed an incredible story from the filming of the movie 'Armageddon'. While shooting one of the most emotional scenes in the film, he suffered from severe food poisoning but chose not to inform the production and continued filming, vomiting between takes. Affleck described that he was too young and inexperienced to realize he should have stopped filming due to his illness. Instead, he continued to work, despite feeling unwell, and even joked that the food poisoning may have made the scene even better. The actor spoke warmly about Bruce Willis, with whom he collaborated on the film, describing him as a very good colleague. Recently, Affleck and Steve Buscemi, another actor from the film, met and reminisced about their unforgettable experience on set. The movie 'Armageddon' remains a beloved film for many, and Ben Affleck's story adds another interesting detail to its production.