Hollywood’s Power Couple Calls It Quits
Hollywood icons Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are ending their marriage. According to court records, Lopez has officially filed for divorce in Los Angeles. A source shared with PEOPLE that she is feeling very disappointed and sad, as Affleck has not indicated any desire to salvage their relationship. After the singer, aged 55, submitted the divorce papers for the actor, who is 52, on August 20—marking two years since their wedding celebration in Georgia—she reached the difficult decision that it was time to move forward for several reasons.
Hollywood Power Couple Splits After Two Years of Marriage
The insider elaborated that Lopez feels compelled to prioritize her own well-being due to a lack of commitment from Affleck toward their marriage. It was confirmed by multiple sources that she filed for divorce at the Los Angeles County Superior Court exactly two years after they celebrated their wedding with family and friends in Georgia, which took place a month after their private Las Vegas nuptials on July 17, 2022.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s Marriage Ends as Lopez Files for Divorce
Lopez and Affleck rekindled their romance in April 2021 after having dated previously and becoming engaged before postponing a planned wedding in September 2003. They began appearing publicly together again starting with the Venice Film Festival in September 2021 and made their relationship Instagram official by July of that year.
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In February 2022, while discussing their relationship Lopez acknowledged some apprehension about dating under public scrutiny again but expressed her happiness: I feel so lucky and happy and proud to be with him. It’s a beautiful love story that we got a second chance. She remarked on how this second opportunity felt different: We’re older now, we’re smarter… We have kids now… We’re so protective because it is such a beautiful time for all of us.
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Their recent separation follows a summer spent apart on opposite coasts. An insider revealed earlier this month that “they are moving on separately,” noting that Jennifer is looking for a new place to start anew and hasn’t seen Ben in weeks. Despite everything happening around her, Jennifer is reportedly having an enjoyable summer focused on what lies ahead while cherishing moments with her children, family, and friends. The source added she maintains an optimistic outlook even when circumstances aren’t ideal”.
Jennifer Lopez Moves On: Focuses on New Beginnings After Split from Affleck
As Jennifer Lopez moves forward from her marriage with Ben Affleck, she is concentrating on her personal growth and future opportunities. Her focus is on starting anew, enjoying moments with her loved ones, and staying positive despite the challenges surrounding her recent split.
