When it comes to anything involving children, Hollywood has set the bar so low that one sometimes experiences pleasant surprises. For instance, veteran actor Ben Affleck -- no one's idea of a conservative icon for most of his career -- went viral earlier this month on the social media platform Instagram when he modeled perfect parenting by telling his 13-year-old son Samuel to start working now if he wants to buy a pair of $6,

Ben Affleck commented on a recent viral video of him telling his son he needs to mow lawns after he asked for $6,000 sneakers, saying that while he could afford them, his son is "broke."

After more than 40 years as a successful Hollywood actor, director and producer, Ben Affleck can afford pretty much whatever he wants. But the Oscar winner is quick to remind his kids that his millions aren't theirs to spend.