Jennifer Lopez Reportedly Had No Plans to Part Ways With Husband Ben Affleck
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Jennifer Lopez has reportedly filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, ending their two-year marriage. According to a source quoted by RadarOnline, the split was not what Lopez wanted. “She didn’t want this divorce, but Ben’s always been the type to run from his problems,” the insider claimed.
Despite the heartbreak, Lopez made the difficult decision to say goodbye to the man she once described as the love of her life. The source also revealed that Lopez has been finding ways to cope with the emotional toll, noting that she remains open to activities that keep her spirits high. One such way, they claimed, is playful flirting with her bodyguards in the UK.
“In her mind, a little flirting will redeem her image,” the source explained. They added, “After all, Jen is always the dumper, not the dumpee.” Lopez and Affleck’s high-profile relationship began with a whirlwind romance in the early 2000s, which ended in a called-off engagement. The pair rekindled their romance almost two decades later and tied the knot in 2022, much to the delight of fans who had rooted for their reunion.
The divorce filing, which reportedly took place on August 20, 2024, has sparked widespread speculation about what led to the split. Meanwhile, Affleck has already re-entered the dating scene, while Lopez is said to be “trying something new” by stepping back from any immediate romantic pursuits.
For Lopez, known for her resilience and confidence, this marks another chapter in her journey of navigating high-profile relationships in the public eye. As she focuses on her career and personal well-being, the On the Floor singer seems determined to move forward, even amidst the challenges.
Affleck, too, finds himself back in the spotlight, adjusting to single life once more. As both stars go their separate ways, their split serves as a reminder of the complexities and pressures that come with celebrity relationships. Despite the heartbreak, Lopez remains a symbol of strength and grace, proving that even in tough times, she can keep her head held high and focus on the future.
