Jennifer Meyer defends ex-husband Tobey Maguire amid Lily Chee dating rumours

Jennifer Meyer, ex-wife of Tobey Maguire, has stepped forward amidst speculation surrounding Maguire's recent appearance with 20-year-old model-actress Lily Chee.

The Spider-Man actor, 49, was photographed with Chee at Michael Rubin's White Party in the Hamptons on July 4th.

The photos sparked controversy due to the significant age gap between Maguire and Chee, prompting social media reactions and critiques. Meyer, who was married to Maguire for nine years before their separation in 2016, reportedly defended him in a series of Instagram exchanges.

In response to comments insinuating a romantic involvement between Maguire and Chee, Meyer clarified that Maguire was simply assisting Chee to her car and denounced rumors of a relationship.

"Tobey is as good of a guy as it gets," Meyer responded in one exchange, emphasizing the misinterpretation of the photos circulating online.

The couple shares two children, 15-year-old Otis and 17-year-old Ruby, despite finalizing their divorce in 2020. According to PEOPLE, their marriage had been strained for years, with differing lifestyles and interests leading to their separation.

The White Party, hosted by entrepreneur Michael Rubin, saw a star-studded guest list including Machine Gun Kelly, Megan Fox, Drake, Kim and Khloé Kardashian, and more. Chee herself shared glimpses from the event on Instagram, depicting the festive atmosphere and her stylish attire.

Representatives for Meyer were contacted by PEOPLE for comment, though responses were not immediately received from either Maguire or Chee regarding the recent public scrutiny.