In what appears to be a foreshadowing of his recent split from Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck may have subtly signaled trouble in their marriage months before Lopez officially filed for divorce. The speculation, which has gained traction this week, stems from Affleck’s appearance on Kevin Hart's Peacock show, "Hart to Heart," where his comments about his relationship with Lopez seemed to reflect a past tense, possibly hinting at issues brewing beneath the surface.

Lopez, 55, filed for divorce in Los Angeles earlier this week, finally confirming rumors of their separation that had been circulating since May. However, recent reports suggest that Affleck, 52, may have alluded to their relationship's troubles during his "Hart to Heart" interview, which aired in June but was recorded earlier in the year.

During the interview, Affleck recounted a story about one of his daughters suggesting potential titles for an autobiography. He mentioned that after seeing Lopez, widely known for her hit song "Jenny From the Block," getting swarmed by fans in New York's Times Square, his daughter proposed the title "J.Lo Was My Stepmother." Affleck responded to the suggestion by saying, "And I was like, alright, that's a good title."

The use of the past tense in Affleck's recollection, as pointed out by the Daily Mail, has sparked speculation that their relationship was already facing challenges at the time of the interview. Although the exact date of the interview’s filming is not confirmed, Affleck’s appearance with a full beard suggests it occurred before Easter, as he was seen clean-shaven when celebrating the holiday with Lopez on March 31. Notably, Affleck had to shave his beard while filming "The Accountant 2" in March, further narrowing down the timeline.

The couple was last seen together publicly during the Easter weekend in New York City, where they were photographed in affectionate poses, holding hands while house-hunting in Brooklyn. These images, captured by Page Six, depicted the "Justice League" star and the "Marry Me" actress appearing very much in love. However, their joint public appearances ceased shortly afterward, fueling rumors of trouble in paradise.

By late April, reports surfaced that Affleck had moved out of their shared Beverly Hills home, further intensifying speculation about the status of their marriage. Despite attempts to maintain a public image of unity, it became increasingly clear that the couple was grappling with significant issues.

The final confirmation of their split came when Lopez filed for divorce, marking the end of their two-year marriage. According to the legal documents obtained by TMZ, Lopez listed their date of separation as April 26, aligning with the reports of Affleck’s departure from their home.

This high-profile breakup marks yet another chapter in the storied lives of Affleck and Lopez, who first became one of Hollywood’s most talked-about couples in the early 2000s before rekindling their romance nearly two decades later. Their brief reunion was met with widespread public interest, but as details of their split continue to emerge, it seems the pressures of their respective careers and personal lives may have been too much for the relationship to withstand.

Affleck and Lopez’s story serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by celebrity couples under the relentless scrutiny of the public eye. As fans and onlookers piece together the timeline of their breakup, Affleck’s seemingly offhand comments on "Hart to Heart" may be viewed as an early, albeit subtle, indication of the turmoil that lay ahead.