Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, officially ending their marriage on their second wedding anniversary, August 20, 2024. The filing was made in the Los Angeles County Superior Court without legal representation, a notable move considering their high-profile status.
A TUMULTUOUS LOVE STORY
Known as “Bennifer,” Lopez and Affleck first engaged in 2002 but called off their wedding in 2003 due to intense media scrutiny. After nearly two decades apart, they rekindled their romance in 2021, leading to a spontaneous Las Vegas wedding in July 2022, followed by a grand ceremony in Georgia later that month.
DIVORCE DETAILS
In her divorce filing, Lopez listed the separation date as April 26, 2024, and requested to waive spousal support for both parties. There was no mention of a prenuptial agreement, which might complicate asset division. The decision to file comes amid ongoing speculation about their relationship status, with reports suggesting they had been living apart for some time.
CHALLENGES AND FAMILY MATTERS
Lopez recently canceled her summer concert tour, citing family time, which further fueled rumors of marital issues. Both Lopez and Affleck have children from previous relationships, and sources indicate that the children are handling the news of the divorce well.
TIMELINE OF THEIR RELATIONSHIP
- Early Years: Lopez and Affleck met on the set of Gigli in 2001 and developed a close friendship. Lopez was still married to her second husband at the time.
- 1st Engagement & Calling Off the Wedding: Affleck proposed to Lopez with a 6-carat pink diamond ring in 2002, but they postponed their wedding in 2003. They officially split in 2004.
- Reunion: The couple reunited in 2021 after Lopez’s breakup with Alex Rodriguez. They announced their engagement in April 2022 and married in a surprise Las Vegas ceremony on July 16, 2022, followed by a larger celebration in Georgia.
- Divorce: In January 2023, Lopez reflected on their relationship in an interview. They collaborated on Lopez’s album This Is Me…Now in February 2024. However, rumors of discord emerged in April 2024, and by August 20, 2024, Lopez had filed for divorce, marking the end of their marriage.
Throughout their journey, Lopez and Affleck faced significant media attention and personal challenges, making their story one of Hollywood’s most complex and enduring romances.