The 'If You Had My Love' songstress has officially filed for divorce from her husband of two years as she's reportedly 'done waiting' for the actor to show interest in making their marriage work.
- August 21, 2024
AceShowbiz - Jennifer Lopez, the iconic singer and actress, has made a bold decision to end her marriage to Ben Affleck. On Tuesday, August 20, Lopez, 55, filed for divorce from Affleck, 52, at the Los Angeles County Superior Court, marking a significant turn in their high-profile relationship. According to multiple sources, Lopez was "done waiting" for Affleck to show commitment to their marriage.
"She tried really hard to make things work and is heartbroken," a source revealed to PEOPLE. "The kids are a top priority, as they always have been." Lopez, who shares 16-year-old twins Emme and Max with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, listed their date of separation as April 26, 2024. Affleck has three children from his previous marriage to Jennifer Garner, Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12.
The decision to file for divorce wasn't impulsive. Lopez and Affleck had been living apart for much of the summer, and reports indicated that Lopez struggled with Affleck's lack of commitment. An insider stated, "He hasn't shown any commitment and interest in making their marriage work." This sentiment was echoed by another source, who said, "It's gotten to the point that she just needs to look out for herself."
Lopez chose a poignant date to file for divorce, the second anniversary of their lavish Southern wedding ceremony in Georgia. Despite their public displays of affection and rekindled romance, many speculated that the couple's relationship was on rocky ground. They had initially tied the knot in an intimate Las Vegas chapel ceremony in July 2022, followed by the star-studded Georgia celebration.
Their last known reunion was on Affleck's 52nd birthday, where Lopez stopped by his rental home in Brentwood, Los Angeles. Despite her efforts to maintain the connection, it appears Lopez ultimately felt the need to take control of her future and prioritize her well-being and that of her children.
Lopez's decision also highlights a practical side by filing for divorce without a lawyer, she "gives control of the process," noted a source. California law states that all earnings, profits and assets accumulated during the marriage are considered common property, complicating the financial aspects of the divorce due to their lack of a prenuptial agreement.
As Lopez moves forward, fans and observers reflect on the whirlwind romance that revived 20 years after their initial split in 2004. Despite the heartbreak, Lopez remains a resilient figure, ready to reclaim her life and focus on what matters most to her.
