Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were recently spotted together at the New York City premiere of “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” leading to speculation about a possible rekindled romance. However, sources close to the couple clarify that a romantic reunion is unlikely. A source reported to PEOPLE that Lopez is currently focused on her happiness through family and work, stating, “Jennifer’s doing well,” and reaffirming that their relationship remains platonic.
The source emphasized that while Lopez and Affleck support one another and are proud of their past collaborations, there is no intention to revive their romantic involvement. Both stars have experienced significant changes in their personal lives since they initially began dating in 2002, ending their engagement in 2004 and eventually moving on to other relationships and families. Lopez was married to Marc Anthony from 2004 to 2014 and has twins, Max and Emme. Affleck, on the other hand, was married to Jennifer Garner from 2005 to 2018, with three children: Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel.
Lopez and Affleck reignited their romance in 2021 and tied the knot in a small Las Vegas ceremony in July 2022, followed by a larger celebration in Georgia. However, just two years later, Lopez filed for divorce, indicating irreconcilable differences.
At the premiere of “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” Affleck praised Lopez, calling her “incredible” and expressed deep admiration for the film’s director, Bill Condon. He articulated his aspirations of empowering artists and sharing impactful stories through cinema.
Lopez reflected on her experience working on the film amidst a turbulent personal time, acknowledging the challenges between her professional joy and personal struggles. “It was a really tough time. Every moment on set… I was so happy, and then it was like, back home, it was not great,” she recounted.
“Kiss of the Spider Woman,” which also features Diego Luna and Tonatiuh, is set to hit theaters on October 10, bringing anticipation not only for the film itself but also for the continuing evolution of Lopez and Affleck’s relationship as they navigate both their careers and personal lives. Despite their romantic history, both stars seem to have found a harmonious space to support each other in their endeavors.