Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck , one of Hollywood 's most iconic couples, are officially calling it quits after two years of marriage. The news was confirmed by the Los Angeles Superior Court, where Jennifer Lopez filed for the dissolution of their marriage on Tuesday. The timing is particularly poignant, as it coincides with the anniversary of their wedding ceremony held in Riceboro, Georgia, in 2022—a month after they first eloped in a spontaneous Las Vegas ceremony.
The split comes amid rumors of trouble in paradise. Reports had circulated that the couple had been living apart for some time. Lopez's decision to cancel her summer tour to focus on family matters and their recent sale of their Beverly Hills home only fueled speculation about the state of their relationship.
This divorce marks another chapter in a love story that has captivated fans for decades, beginning with their first meeting on the set of the 2003 film ‘Gigli.’ JLo and Affleck's relationship has been anything but ordinary. The pair first met over 20 years ago while filming ‘Gigli,’ a comedy where they played criminals who develop a close bond.
Their on-screen chemistry quickly spilled over into real life, and soon, they became one of the most talked-about couples in Hollywood. Despite their deep connection, their journey together has been marked by ups and downs. After a whirlwind romance, Ben Affleck proposed to JLo in November 2002, presenting her with a stunning 6.
1-carat pink diamond ring from Harry Winston. The couple seemed to be on the fast track to marital bliss, with Ben even starring as Jennifer's love interest in the music video for her hit single ‘Jenny from the Block.’ However, the intense media scrutiny surrounding their relationship began to take its toll.
Just days before their scheduled wedding in September 2003, the couple decided to postpone the ceremony, citing the overwhelming media attention. By January 2004, they had officially called off their engagement and parted ways. Their separation devastated fans, but the saga of ‘ Bennifer ’ was far from finished.
After pursuing different paths and establishing their own lives—Jennifer Lopez with Marc Anthony and Ben Affleck with Jennifer Garner—the two reignited their romance in 2021. The reunion generated significant excitement, and by July 2021, they confirmed their relationship on Instagram, much to the joy of their supporters. A few months later, Affleck proposed to Lopez once again, and the couple tied the knot in a private Las Vegas ceremony in 2022, followed by a lavish celebration in Georgia.
In interviews, both stars expressed their joy at getting a second chance at love. "I feel so lucky and happy and proud to be with him," Jennifer told People magazine shortly before their second engagement. Ben Affleck, too, spoke about the importance of authenticity and accountability in his life during a 2021 interview with The Wall Street Journal, reflecting on how his relationship with Lopez had influenced him.
Jennifer Lopez’s 2024 documentary, ‘The Greatest Love Story Never Told’, captured her path of self-discovery, focusing on the creation of her album ‘This Is Me...
Now’. The film highlighted not just her professional journey but also offered a glimpse into her personal life with Ben Affleck. In the documentary, Affleck spoke candidly about the compromises they made as a couple, especially concerning Lopez's wish to be more open about their private life with the public.
Malaika Arora can't stop gushing over Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck as the couple gets papped strolling in the Hamptons.
