Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez Quietly Separate Amid Marital Struggles, No Public Announcement Planned
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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have reportedly ended their relationship but are choosing to keep the news private for now, according to recent reports. Speculation about the couple's marital issues and potential divorce has been swirling for two months. While some outlets, such as Us Weekly, suggested that the pair was working on their marriage, a source recently informed Fox News Digital that Lopez and Affleck "are not getting back together."
"JLo wanted to make it work really badly, but he's just a different person to her now," the unnamed source claimed. Despite their decision to part ways, the insider added that the Oscar winner and the multihyphenate entertainer "have no plans to announce that they aren't a couple right now." The source emphasized, "They're not trying to work it out. They have zero plans to announce this anytime soon."
Lopez and Affleck's journey together has been a rollercoaster. The couple, who rekindled their romance in 2021 after nearly two decades apart, tied the knot in Las Vegas in July 2022. Their love story, which had captivated fans, seemed to be flourishing with numerous public appearances and red carpet events. However, by May, fans began to notice that the two had not been photographed together for over a month, sparking rumors of trouble in paradise.
The next few weeks saw further signs of separation. Reports emerged that Affleck had moved out of their Beverly Hills marital home, which the couple subsequently put up for sale less than a year after purchasing it. Last week, the couple spent their second wedding anniversary apart, with Lopez in the Hamptons and Affleck in Los Angeles.
According to Page Six, Lopez was spotted dining at Arthur & Sons in Bridgehampton with her son, Max, and an assistant on the couple's anniversary. She was also seen driving around town in a vintage convertible with her manager, Benny Medina. Meanwhile, Affleck was photographed entering his office in Los Angeles.
Despite their marital issues, Lopez and Affleck continue to maintain close relationships with each other's children. Earlier this month, Lopez was seen spending time with Affleck's eldest child, Violet, in Southampton. Affleck shares Violet and her siblings, Fin and Sam, with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner. Lopez shares her twins, Max and Emme, with her ex-husband, Marc Anthony.
"Violet and all the kids have remained close to JLo, which is why Violet is in the Hamptons with JLo," the source told Fox News Digital. "JLo wants to be there for Ben's kids," the insider added. "She's changed her life and made it more about the children. She thought she'd be doing this with Ben, and she's not. Ben's kids really do like JLo, and they loved seeing their dad so happy with JLo."
The quiet separation marks a poignant turn in Lopez and Affleck's relationship, which once appeared to be a fairy-tale romance. As the two navigate their new paths separately, their commitment to their blended family remains evident, showcasing their dedication to maintaining strong ties with their children.
The decision to keep their separation private underscores their desire to manage the situation on their terms, away from the public eye. As the news continues to unfold, fans and observers alike will undoubtedly keep a close watch on the developments surrounding this high-profile couple.