Three months after his split from Reese Witherspoon, Ryan Phillippe says, “This is the most difficult time in my life.”

“I must stay focused on my kids,” Phillippe, 32, tells TV’s Extra in an interview airing this week.

Asked if he’s distracted himself with his work during this tough time, the Flags of Our Fathers star answers: “I have not found balance in my life yet.”

Going through a break-up in the public eye makes things harder, he says: “It’s unfortunate when you have kids … but I signed up for this and have to deal with it. I don’t read the magazines or watch the shows. … It’s hard when people follow me to my kid’s school.”

Phillippe would not comment on reports that a relationship with Abbie Cornish – the Australian actress who costars with him in an upcoming film – played a role in the demise of his marriage. But his reps vehemently denied other allegations of hard partying and drug use.

Ryan Phillippe is dating a new hot girl after his separation from wife Reese Witherspoon. Both were set up together while being out with friends. They are now being spotted together in public for the first time.After dining out at the “Dan Tana” restaurant in West Hollywood, Ryan was quiet about his relationship and immediately took off with his brunette girlfriend. Reese filed for divorce in late November after being married for 7 years. Pictures show Ryan with his new flame.

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They are NEVER photographed together… so enjoy while you can. Before she sues you, that is.

Ryan takes Ava and Deacon to see Cars over the weekend. The movie did quite well, bringing in $62.8 million dollars.

3 more pics after the jump!

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