Key Takeaways:
– Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage reportedly ended months ago.
– Despite the split, Affleck remains highly protective of Lopez.
– The pair has started selling artwork from their previous marital home.
– Although they are living separately, they continue to maintain a friendly relationship.
– Sources suggest disagreements over their marital home as one of the few issues.
After several months of speculation, it has been confirmed that the marriage between Hollywood stars Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck ended months ago, according to a source close to the couple. The pair, known colloquially as ‘Bennifer,’ reportedly went their separate ways around March as reported by Page Six.
After Marriage: The Affleck-Lopez Maison
Interestingly, two months after their separation, Jennifer Lopez made a solo appearance at the Met Gala event. She even co-chaired the event but chose to walk the red carpet without her then-husband Ben Affleck. This gave rise to several speculations about an impending split, which was later validated when the duo were spotted vacationing separately. Lopez got snapped enjoying a solo vacation in Italy and France, while Affleck reportedly moved into a rental property.
Into the World of Art
Adding fuel to the rumors, TMZ reported in early June that the couple was living apart. Their once shared home was put up for a sale. A recent report on July 1 by Page Six further stated that the couple began selling pieces of art from their marital home around early June.
However, despite the split and the ongoing divorce rumors, the couple remains on good terms. They continue to see each other frequently and join forces for their kids’ activities.
Trouble in Paradise
Meanwhile, information has surfaced stating that Ben Affleck was never a fan of their marital home. According to a mid-June report by People Magazine, he expressed discontent regarding the distance of the house from his children. Similarly, Lopez was also quoted saying that the house was too big for her.
She has continued to stay in their former marital home while Affleck has been living in a rental property since May. Interestingly, the rental home is a 38,000 square-foot property.
The couple’s friends remained divided on the possible reconciliation. They were unsure if Lopez and Affleck could mend their broken marriage. After all, they had previously publically split, married other people, and then reconciled again only to separate later.
Some Breathing Space
Sources affirmed the couple’s decision for separation was mutual. They are using this break to consider whether or not they should continue with their relationship. This news came a while after Lopez made a solo appearance at her Netflix movie premiere, ‘Atlas.’
Despite their separation, Affleck continues to be highly protective of Lopez. They have not spoken publicly about their breakup and have neither confirmed nor denied that they intend to divorce.
Both of them have maintained a dignified silence in this matter, maintaining their privacy. Yet, the narrative of their journey as a couple, their simultaneous getting back together, and then separating again has surely been one that tabloids can’t seem to have enough of.
However, whether they choose to tread their individual paths or decide to give their relationship another shot, the privacy and respect they command should be paramount. After all, they are two individuals first before being a ‘celebrity couple.’