Jennifer Lopez was recently spotted without her husband, Ben Affleck, fueling speculation about the state of their marriage. The actress, 54, was seen heading to a dance studio in Los Angeles with her entourage, sporting a casual athletic look. Ben Affleck, 51, was noticeably absent from the outing. The celebrity couple, often referred to as ‘Bennifer,’ were last seen together in late March in New York City. Rumors of their impending split have been circulating, with reports suggesting that they are having difficulties in their relationship, leading to a potential breakup. Affleck is said to have already moved out of their shared home, according to a source. Representatives for both Lopez and Affleck have been contacted for comments on the situation.
54-year-old Jennifer Lopez was recently spotted at a dance studio in Los Angeles without her husband, 51-year-old Ben Affleck. Reports have been circulating that the couple may be on the verge of a breakup.
The couple was last seen together seven weeks ago, at the end of March in New York City. An insider revealed that their relationship is coming to an end, and this time, Ben is not the one at fault. The source claimed that the actor has moved out of their $60 million home he once shared with Lopez. Recently, Jennifer was spotted house hunting in Beverly Hills without Ben.
According to the insider, Ben is now focusing on his work and children after moving out, suggesting that they may have to sell the dream house they spent so long searching for together. The source added that while they will always have love for each other, their differences are too great for the relationship to last.
Jennifer’s decision to release her Amazon Prime documentary, ‘The Greatest Love Story Never Told,’ in February, documenting her romance with Ben, may have caused strain in their marriage. This project was part of a larger tribute to Ben, including a semi-autobiographical film and a single. Despite Jennifer’s controlling nature, the insider mentioned that Ben never tried to suppress her ambitions or prevent her from pursuing her career.
An insider revealed on Wednesday that the couple is on the verge of a breakup because they were unable to work things out, ending their marriage of under two years. The source, speaking to In Touch, mentioned that Affleck has already left their shared home.
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According to a source close to the situation, it’s pretty clear that the relationship is doomed. The insider revealed that a divorce is looming, and surprisingly, it’s not Ben’s fault this time.
On Tuesday, the woman with two children was spotted looking for a new home in Beverly Hills by herself, as an insider revealed that ‘Ben has already left and it’s probable that they will need to sell the beautiful house they meticulously searched for over two years’.
On Wednesday, Lopez opted for a sporty style as she made her way to a dance studio. Her outfit included a comfy cropped sweater, beige pants, and sneakers for practicality.
She tied back her honey-colored locks in a ponytail and accessorized with hoop earrings.
The day before, the multi-talented star seemed to be house-hunting for new luxury properties.
It has only been a year since Lopez and Affleck purchased their current $60.85 million, 46,000-square foot mansion.
Known as the ‘Wallingford estate,’ the grand home sits on a five-acre property with 12 bedrooms and 24 bathrooms.
Fans have noticed that the couple has been spending less time together recently, attending events separately.
Lopez took on co-chairing duties at the prestigious Met Gala in New York solo on May 6, surprising many with Affleck’s absence.
Reports suggest that Ben was busy with work on The Accountant 2 and ultimately made the decision to end their marriage.
In the meantime, Affleck made an appearance at The Roast of Tom Brady on May 5th without Lopez by his side.
Their last public outing together showed signs of tension, with both looking somber as they had lunch at Cecconi’s.
Hints of relationship issues were shown in Lopez’s recent documentary, where Affleck expressed discomfort with their high-profile romance.
Lopez handled her co-chairing responsibilities solo at the glamorous Met Gala in New York on May 6, as many were taken aback by Affleck’s absence from the event.
Affleck flew solo as he made an appearance at The Roast of Tom Brady on May 5th.
When Jennifer chose to share her $20 million Amazon Prime film, ‘The Greatest Love Story Never Told,’ in February, detailing her romance with Ben, it appeared to cause tension in their relationship.
The director admitted that when rekindling their romance, he initially expressed his desire to keep their relationship off social media, likening it to marrying a boat captain but not wanting to be near the water. However, he later realized the need to compromise.
Throughout their journey, Ben emphasized the importance of keeping their intimate moments private, referring to them as ‘sacred.’ Jennifer, on the other hand, acknowledged Ben’s discomfort with her openness about their relationship but expressed that he never tried to stop her.
In the documentary, Ben revealed how the intense scrutiny they faced back in 2003 led to their initial split just before their wedding. He attributed the breakup to the overwhelming attention on their private life.
Their love story began in 2002 during the filming of Jersey Girl, resulting in an engagement in 2003 and a subsequent breakup in 2004. However, they found their way back to each other in 2021, culminating in a wedding in Las Vegas in July 2022, followed by a grand celebration at his Georgia estate in August.
In J Lo’s documentary, they shared the challenges and joys of their revived relationship, with Jennifer openly professing her love while acknowledging Ben’s discomfort with being in the spotlight. Ben admitted that it was an adjustment for him to share their private moments publicly.
There have been previous speculations among fans about the couple’s marriage facing difficulties, but they continue to navigate their love story with grace and compromise.
Fans have previously suspected that there might be some issues in the relationship between the couple. In a viral photo from last year, Ben was seen appearing to angrily slam the car door after Jennifer got into the passenger seat.
In that very month, they were once again found in the midst of a heated argument. While cruising through Beverly Hills, the couple came to a stop at a red light and got into a passionate discussion.
The duo caused a stir at the 2023 Grammy awards by causing quite a buzz when a moment of tension between them was captured on camera, leaving viewers wondering what had transpired.
Last May, there was a viral video of Ben slamming the car door after Jennifer got into the passenger seat, sparking a frenzy among fans on social media. People on Twitter commented that he appeared ‘miserable.’ The same month, they were seen having another tense interaction in public while driving in Beverly Hills. A European tourist captured photos of a frustrated Ben talking to Jennifer as they sat in his Rivian electric SUV at a red light, with the windows down.
At the premiere of Jennifer’s movie The Mother, the couple seemed serious, with Jennifer looking upset and gesturing at Ben while he appeared angry. They also made headlines at the 2023 Grammy awards with an awkward moment where Jennifer seemed to snap at her partner. Jennifer has twins Emme and Max with her ex-husband Marc Anthony and became a stepmother to Ben’s children from his previous marriage with Jennifer Garner: Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel.
Jennifer Garner and Ben’s brother Casey were absent from their Georgia wedding, with Casey citing parental commitments in Los Angeles. There have been reports of crisis talks over Jennifer’s upcoming tour due to poor ticket sales, but she and her manager have refused to cancel. Jennifer is set to embark on a North American tour to support her ninth studio album, This is Me… Now.
The couple tied the knot in a Las Vegas ceremony in July 2022, and later celebrated with a grand wedding at his luxurious estate in Georgia in August 2022. The happy occasion was captured in a picture that showcased their joy and love.
Their romantic journey began in 2002 when they met on the set of Jersey Girl and began a relationship. They got engaged the next year but unfortunately called it quits in 2004. (Seen in the photo from 2003)
As the tour draws near, there are concerns about the lack of ticket sales for Jennifer Lopez’s upcoming shows. Despite available seating at various venues and tickets being resold for as low as $10, Live Nation considered canceling all 30 dates. However, Lopez, guided by her longtime manager Benny Medina, remained determined to push forward with the tour.
Medina encouraged Lopez to create her latest album “This Is Me.. Now,” which focuses on her renewed connection with Ben Affleck, two decades after their initial split. Affleck and Matt Damon’s company, Artists Equity, supported a documentary on the couple, while Lopez independently funded the film “This Is Me…Now: A Love Story” for $20 million.
Former publicist Rob Shuter expressed doubts about the public’s interest in Lopez and Affleck’s relationship, asserting that people have moved on from the “Bennifer” era. Despite Lopez’s marketing prowess, Shuter believes that the world no longer has a vested interest in their love story.