Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, ending their rekindled romance two years after their marriage. The couple, once a tabloid sensation in the early 2000s, had revived their relationship almost two decades later, but recent reports indicate growing tensions.
A Hollywood Love Story Revisited
Lopez and Ben Affleck, who first met on the set of Gigli in 2002, became media darlings during their initial romance. Their engagement and subsequent breakup in 2004 left fans heartbroken. However, they reignited their love in 2021, marrying in 2022 in both Las Vegas and a lavish ceremony in Georgia.
Rumors of Marital Strife
Despite their fairytale reunion, rumors of trouble emerged earlier this year. Lopez and Ben Affleck’s differing approaches to fame reportedly strained their relationship. Fans noted signs of discord, including Lopez’s solo birthday celebration and the sale of their shared home.
The Final Separation
Lopez officially filed for divorce on Tuesday, citing April 26, 2024, as the date of separation. The couple, now reportedly not on speaking terms, leaves behind a shared history of love, fame, and public scrutiny. This marks Lopez’s fourth divorce and Affleck’s second.