The 'Argo' actor appears happy and relaxed despite his ongoing divorce proceedings, while his estranged wife makes a bold fashion statement at the Toronto International Film Festival for the premiere of 'Unstoppable'.
- Sep 7, 2024
AceShowbiz - Ben Affleck glowed with happiness when he was spotted leaving work this Friday, September 6 amid his ongoing divorce drama with Jennifer Lopez. The Hollywood couple, who spent months under speculation about their impending divorce, finally saw Lopez filing for divorce on August 20, exactly two years after their wedding anniversary.
However, despite the publicized separation, the 52-year-old Affleck has been repeatedly seen in public with a radiant smile, including his latest sighting on Friday, where he was captured sharing a laugh with another gentleman.
Affleck opted for a sophisticated business attire, donning a well-fitted navy suit and a lighter blue dress shirt worn without a tie, reflecting the casual California style.
Jennifer Lopez, meanwhile, made a striking appearance at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) for the premiere of "Unstoppable", a sports drama that she stars in and Affleck produced. She turned heads in a daring floor-length silver Tamara Ralph gown featuring high splits on both sides, held together by oversized black velvet bows. The sultry ensemble showcased her side boob and bare hips, complemented by a metallic Judith Leiber clutch, Dolce and Gabbana platform heels and Hassanzadeh jewelry.
Lopez's appearance at TIFF marks her first significant public engagement since the separation, and she maintained a cheerful demeanor alongside co-producer Matt Damon, who also attended the event with his wife.
While Lopez dazzled on the red carpet, Affleck was noticeably absent due to work commitments in Los Angeles and spending time with his children.
The divorce proceedings between Lopez and Affleck have been described as potentially contentious, given that they did not have a prenuptial agreement before their elopement in Las Vegas in 2022. They purchased a lavish $68 million mansion nearly a year before the split, which remains unsold despite significant upgrades.
According to sources, the home's ultra-modern aesthetic did not align with Lopez's preferences, while Affleck found it inconvenient due to its location and traffic issues. Affleck has since acquired a new bachelor pad in Brentwood, while Lopez has visited several upscale properties in Beverly Hills.
Despite the drama, sources claimed that Lopez remains "very fortunate" and surrounded by support from family and friends. Affleck is also amicably co-parenting his three children with his former wife Jennifer Garner.
The couple initially sparked romance in 2001 while filming "Gigli" but split and later married different partners. They rekindled their relationship in 2021, first marrying in a Las Vegas chapel before a larger ceremony in Georgia. However, their split earlier this year surprised many after they filed for divorce with reported "irreconcilable differences."