Jennifer Lopez has officially filed for divorce from Ben Affleck after just two years of marriage, according to reports. The couple, famously referred to as “Bennifer,” rekindled their romance nearly two decades after their initial relationship in the early 2000s.
Court documents filed in Los Angeles detail the split, marking it as Lopez’s fourth marriage and Affleck’s second. The two first crossed paths in 2002 while shooting the movie “Gigli” and soon became a tabloid sensation. Their initial engagement in 2003 was ultimately called off, leading to their breakup in early 2004.
In 2021, interest reignited around their relationship, culminating in an engagement announcement in April 2022, followed by a Las Vegas wedding in July, and a more elaborate ceremony in Georgia the following month.
Despite a joint investment in a $60 million Los Angeles home, rumors of marital strain surfaced earlier this year. Lopez notably celebrated her 55th birthday without Affleck, and reports surfaced of the couple selling their joint residence as Affleck moved into separate accommodations.
Reports suggest that differences in their lifestyles and public personas contributed to their marital issues. Lopez is described as open and expressive with her fans, while Affleck tends to maintain a more reserved approach, creating tension in their relationship.
Divorce papers indicate that the couple’s separation date is listed as April 26, 2024, with sources revealing that they are no longer in contact. Both have previous marriages, with Lopez having twins Max and Emme with singer Marc Anthony, and Affleck sharing three children—Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel—with actress Jennifer Garner.
