In the wake of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s recent split, new revelations have emerged about the actress's emotional turmoil during their marriage. According to an anonymous source close to Lopez, the star was reluctant to end her marriage with the "Gone Girl" actor and was deeply pained by the separation.
People magazine reported on Monday that Lopez, who officially filed for divorce from Affleck on August 20, was determined to make their relationship work. The filing came exactly two years after the couple’s high-profile Georgia wedding, marking the end of prolonged speculation about their marital status.
The insider disclosed that Lopez, known for her resilience and determination, was committed to resolving their issues. "She didn't want a divorce. She wanted to figure things out," the source revealed. Despite her efforts, it appears that Affleck had already emotionally disengaged from the marriage, leaving Lopez to grapple with the pain of their separation.
"It's been incredibly difficult for her that Ben chose to pull away from their marriage and move on with his life, leaving her behind," the source added. The implication is clear: Lopez faced a significant challenge in saving their relationship when Affleck was already prepared to move on.
Interestingly, the source noted that since filing for divorce, Lopez seems to have found a measure of relief. "After filing for divorce, [Jennifer] seems relieved," the insider claimed. Lopez is reportedly surrounded by support from her family and friends, who agree that the separation was the right decision for her well-being. The source assured that Lopez is strong and will emerge from this situation with her usual resilience.
This development marks Lopez's fourth divorce, following her previous marriages to Ojani Noa, Cris Judd, and Marc Anthony. Her first marriage, to Noa, lasted less than a year, from 1997 to 1998. The second, to Judd, a dancer she met on the set of her "Love Don't Cost a Thing" music video, lasted from 2001 to 2003.
Lopez’s longest marriage was to Marc Anthony, whom she wed in 2004. Their union produced twins Max and Emme in 2008 before ending in 2014 due to "irreconcilable differences." Despite the end of her marriage to Anthony being the most extended of her relationships, it did not shield her from the heartache of divorce.
Now, as Lopez navigates her fourth divorce, the emotional toll is evident. According to the People source, Lopez is "heartbroken" despite her efforts to salvage her marriage to Affleck. "She tried really hard to make things work and is heartbroken," the insider said.