Washington [US], Actress Jennifer Garner is caught in a whirlwind of emotions as her daughter Violet Affleck takes the first step in her college journey.

The 18-year-old daughter of former Hollywood couple Jennifer Garner and actor Ben Affleck recently hinted at her college plans in a graduation photo shared on social media, which drew heartfelt reactions from her mom and fans alike.

In the photo posted to her school's public Instagram account, Violet was seen wearing a navy pullover with the word "Yale" written on it in white, a subtle nod to her potential college destination.

Impressed by her daughter's accomplishment, Garner expressed her pride and support with three simple heart emojis in the comments section.

Garner's emotional reaction is no surprise, as she candidly portrays the bittersweet moments of motherhood.Earlier this month, she cried during Violet's graduation ceremony and shared her emotions on Instagram with a video of the touching moment.

"Tell me you've graduated without telling me you've graduated. Bless our hearts," Garner wrote in an emotional caption.

The 52-year-old actress was seen wiping away tears as she applauded the graduates, receiving sympathy and support from fellow celebrity moms like Reese Witherspoon and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Witherspoon, who has children Ava and Deacon with ex-husband Ryan Phillippe, offered words of encouragement, saying, "You did a great job, Mom! I'll be here for support and lots of hugs.,

Paltrow, the mother of Apple and Moses Martin with ex-husband Chris Martin, echoed the sentiment in expressing solidarity with Garner.

In a previous interview obtained by E! News, Garner praised her daughter's independence and self-reliance, emphasizing Violet's proactive approach to college preparation.

Garner highlights Violet's autonomy in governing her college plans, revealing, "She's a self-starter." He underlined his unwavering support for his daughter's efforts, saying, "No matter what, I'm proud of her."