Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck ‘Won’t Reconcile’ Following Divorce (Exclusive)
While Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck maintain a friendly rapport after their divorce, there are no intentions of rekindling their romance.
“They are not getting back together, but they are in a good place and can communicate effectively, enjoying a friendship,” multiple sources informed Us Weekly about Lopez and Affleck’s current relationship. “It took a lot of time for them to reach this point.”
Affleck and Lopez, 56, made their public appearance together for the first time since finalizing their divorce at the premiere of Lopez’s new film, Kiss of the Spider Woman, on Monday, October 6. They were all smiles as they posed for photos on the red carpet, and were seen sharing laughter before entering the screening.
Lopez looked stunning in a custom floral dress by Harris Reed in earth tones, with her hair styled back to showcase her delicate earrings. She completed her ensemble with jewelry from HASSANZADEH, while Affleck donned a blue suit with a white button-up shirt.
According to an insider, Affleck attended the Kiss of the Spider Woman premiere due to his behind-the-scenes role in the film.
“There is nothing romantic happening between them. He attended because he’s a producer,” the source clarifies.
Affleck’s production company, Artist’s Equity, which he co-founded with his friend Matt Damon, was involved in producing the film adaptation of the Broadway musical. At the event, Affleck spoke with Extra about his motivations behind the project.
“[Matt Damon] and I started this company partly to finance unique films,” he explained to the outlet. “I wanted to avoid making the obvious choices that everyone else pursues. We genuinely care about artists taking risks and aim to support talented creators, so as a financier and producer, this project embodies our vision. We want to give artists the opportunity to showcase their talents to the world.”
Affleck also praised his ex-wife’s “amazing” performance.
“She worked incredibly hard,” he remarked. “You get to witness all of her many talents; she’s someone who grew up watching classic musicals.”
Lopez and Affleck were married in 2022 after ending a previous engagement decades prior. In August 2024, Lopez filed for divorce after two years of marriage. The former couple finalized their divorce earlier this year.
Recently, Lopez shared her experiences balancing filming Kiss of the Spider Woman with her marital difficulties.
“It was challenging not to think about everything, but it felt like the best and worst of times. Every moment on set was filled with joy. Yet, back home, things weren’t great,” she shared during an appearance on CBS Sunday Morning in September. “But you get through it, and honestly, I can say it was the best thing that ever happened to me because it catalyzed my growth. It helped me become more self-aware. I’m a different person now than I was last year.”
