Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck officially ended their marriage four months ago and are reportedly “working” away the “pain” of their divorce.
The singer is preparing for a summer tour while Affleck is filming a new movie. Despite speculation, neither is currently dating.
Ben Affleck, who recently broke his silence on their divorce, called their split “drama-free” and emphasized his respect for Jennifer Lopez.
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Jennifer Lopez And Ben Affleck Are Keeping Busy ‘With Solid Projects’ After Their Split
According to a contact speaking to the Daily Mail, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are focusing on their careers after their marriage ended, choosing to invest their time and effort into work rather than dwelling on the sadness of the breakup.
The source mentioned, “They feel disappointed about the marriage not succeeding. Instead of getting stuck in their emotions, they are throwing themselves into their work. They enjoy keeping busy with meaningful projects.”
They added that the former couple “wants more successes, more hit films, more awards.”
Lopez, who previously canceled her 2024 tour, is now gearing up for a limited run of summer performances.
She shared the news with fans on Instagram: “To all my international JLovers, I’ll be doing a few select show dates over the summer.”
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Jennifer Lopez expressed her excitement to reconnect with her fans, stating, “I am eager to return and perform for all of you. It has been a while. This upcoming summer promises to be fantastic #JLoLiveIn2025. Watch this space for updates and visit @onthejlo for details on ticket sales in your area this week @briannalcapozzi @louispalacios.”
Meanwhile, Affleck was spotted on the set of his latest project, “Animals,” filming a scene in a Los Angeles river.
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Ben Affleck Admits His Flirting Skills Need Work, Relates To His Character’s Dating Struggles
Despite recent speculation, sources say neither Lopez nor Affleck is currently dating, although Lopez raised eyebrows after being seen getting close with “Office Romance” co-star Brett Goldstein.
Meanwhile, in a recent press interview, Affleck admitted that his flirting abilities might need some improvement, joking about his character’s awkwardness in “The Accountant 2.”
The actor reflected on how his character, Christian Wolff, struggles with dating and connecting with women, a sentiment he said many people can relate to.
Affleck explained, “Here’s a guy who’s trying to figure out — he wants to have a relationship with a woman, he’s trying to figure out how to do that, like, how to put yourself out there.”
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“You know, he’s not comfortable extending himself. He doesn’t really know how to flirt, exactly. He’s not comfortable, like so many of us,” he added, per Page Six.
The actor went on to share that the early stages of dating can be difficult and filled with uncertainty: “You’re trying to gauge, ‘What does this signal mean? Is this person looking at me? Do they like me? Am I going to humiliate myself if I go over there?”
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Ben Affleck Says Split With Jennifer Lopez Was ‘Drama-Free’
In an interview with GQ Magazine, Affleck got candid about his divorce from Lopez, calling it “drama-free” and emphasizing that the split wasn’t as sensational as some might expect.
The actor, who has always been private about his personal life, explained that fans’ “eyes would glaze over with boredom” if they knew all the details about their breakup.
He stated that it was “just a story about people trying to figure out their lives and relationships in ways that we all sort of normally do.”
Affleck also made it clear that he has a deep “respect” for Lopez, noting that her documentary “Greatest Love Story Never Told” did not contribute to their separation.
The Actor Took Part In Jennifer Lopez’s Documentary To’ Love And Support’ Her
While Affleck acknowledged that he and Lopez had different approaches to public life, he participated in the project to “love and support” her, even though he has always been more reserved in the spotlight.
He also rejected the notion that their separation was filled with scandal, insisting that no singular event or cause led to their divorce.
“It sounds more like a couple’s therapy session,” Affleck reflected, revealing that the truth of their split was less dramatic and more about navigating personal challenges.
He chose not to get into specifics, as discussing them would feel “embarrassing” and too “vulnerable.”
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Jennifer Lopez Reflects On Heartbreak And Healing: ‘I Have To Find Happiness Within Myself’
For her part, Lopez opened up about the emotional turmoil she experienced after her marriage with Affleck ended in a candid chat with comedian Nikki Glaser for Interview Magazine last October.
Reflecting on the experience, she described it as a time when her “whole f-cking world exploded.”
However, the “On the Floor” singer told Glaser she had learned a vital lesson: “You have to be complete if you want something that’s more complete.”
Lopez continued: “You have to be good on your own. I thought I learned that, but I didn’t. And then, this summer, I had to be like, ‘I need to go off and be on my own. I want to prove to myself that I can do that.'”
Without pointing fingers, the singer emphasized that her worth isn’t tied to a relationship.
“Being in a relationship doesn’t define me,” Lopez declared. “I can’t be looking for happiness in other people. I have to have happiness within myself.”
