Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are officially ending their marriage, as indicated by a recent filing in the Los Angeles Superior Court. Lopez initiated the divorce proceedings on Tuesday, marking the two-year anniversary of their wedding in Riceboro, Georgia, which followed their surprise elopement in Las Vegas just a month earlier.
The couple’s separation comes after reports of them living apart, Lopez’s decision to cancel her summer tour to focus on family, and their decision to list their Beverly Hills home for sale. Requests for comments from representatives of both Lopez and Affleck have gone unanswered.
Their divorce represents another chapter in a high-profile romance that has unfolded over the years. Lopez and Affleck tied the knot more than 20 years after they first crossed paths on the set of the film “Gigli,” where they formed a personal connection that eventually blossomed into a romantic relationship.
Throughout the years, both stars took different paths, marrying others and starting families. However, fans celebrated their reunion in 2021, dubbed “Bennifer 2.0.” Affleck spoke to The Wall Street Journal in December 2021 about the importance of authenticity in his life and how he strives to be accountable and true to himself.
The couple first became engaged in November 2002, with Affleck proposing using a 6.1-carat pink diamond ring. He later appeared as Lopez’s love interest in her music video for “Jenny from the Block,” which reflected their experiences with the media’s scrutiny of their relationship.
In September 2003, just days before their planned wedding, they postponed the ceremony, citing the overwhelming media attention. By January 2004, they had officially parted ways.
Their relationship appeared to flourish when they made their reunion public on Instagram in July 2021, shortly after Lopez ended her engagement to Alex Rodriguez. Lopez expressed her happiness about being back with Affleck, describing it as a beautiful love story.
Recently, Lopez released a documentary titled “The Greatest Love Story Never Told,” which chronicles her journey toward self-love alongside the production of her album “This Is Me… Now.” In the film, Affleck mentioned their efforts to find common ground regarding their public image and private life.
In recent months, the couple has been seen living separately, with Lopez celebrating her birthday at a themed party that Affleck did not attend. Lopez has two children with former husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck shares three children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner.