Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck after two years of marriage, marking the end of a rekindled relationship that began almost 20 years after their first engagement was called off. The couple, who were first romantically linked in the early 2000s after meeting on the set of their film “Gigli,” initially became a Hollywood power couple, famously dubbed “Bennifer.”
However, their first engagement was abruptly postponed in 2003 due to intense media scrutiny, and they split in early 2004. Both went on to marry other people, with Lopez marrying Marc Anthony and having twins, and Affleck marrying Jennifer Garner with whom he had three children.
In 2021, rumors of a Bennifer reunion began to circulate after the pair, both single at the time, were seen together, and later that year, they confirmed they were back together. Lopez, who had described their initial breakup as one of the most painful experiences of her life, expressed her joy in their second chance, culminating in two weddings in 2022.
The first wedding was a low-key affair in Las Vegas, where they waited in line with other couples for their license and were married at a small chapel. A month later, they celebrated with a more lavish ceremony at Affleck’s Georgia home, surrounded by friends and family.
Despite the grand gestures and public declarations of love, rumors of trouble in their marriage began to surface in early 2024. Lopez listed their separation date as April 26 in the divorce papers, and it has been reported that the couple did not have a prenuptial agreement.
The reasons behind their split remain unclear, as neither Lopez nor Affleck have commented publicly on the matter.
Throughout their careers, both Lopez and Affleck have achieved significant success in their respective fields. Lopez is a multi-talented entertainer known for her chart-topping songs like “Love Don’t Cost A Thing” and “If You Had My Love,” as well as her roles in films such as “Maid in Manhattan” and “Hustlers.”
Affleck, an acclaimed actor, producer, and writer, has won Oscars for his work on “Argo” and “Good Will Hunting.” Their high-profile relationship and subsequent split have once again captivated the public’s attention, drawing parallels to their initial romance two decades ago.
As of now, neither Lopez nor Affleck have issued any statements regarding the divorce, leaving fans and the media speculating about the reasons behind the dissolution of their marriage.
The couple’s journey, from their initial whirlwind romance to their eventual separation, underscores the challenges of maintaining a relationship under the intense scrutiny of the public eye.
