Jennifer Lopez has officially filed for divorce from Ben Affleck on August 20, 2024, exactly two years after their wedding celebration. The divorce papers, filed by Lopez without legal representation in a Los Angeles court, cite ‘irreconcilable differences’ as the reason for the split and state that the couple had been separated since April 26, 2024.Sources close to the couple reveal that their different approaches to celebrity life were a major factor in the split. Lopez reportedly enjoys sharing her life with fans and the world, while Affleck prefers a more private lifestyle. An insider told the Daily Mail, ‘Lopez could not control her husband, who was under stress, and he could not change her’.Interestingly, the couple’s marital problems reportedly began during what should have been the happiest time of their life – their honeymoon in Lake Como, Italy. According to an insider, Affleck was unhappy with the constant paparazzi attention, and the couple ‘would barely speak to each other when they were not in front of the camera’.The divorce papers do not mention a prenuptial agreement, which could potentially lead to a significant division of assets. The couple’s $60 million mansion in Beverly Hills is reportedly on the market. Lopez has waived her right to spousal support and has requested that it be denied to Affleck as well.Both Lopez and Affleck are reportedly focusing on their respective careers and children from previous relationships. Despite the end of their marriage, sources indicate that their blended family remains a top priority.This divorce marks Lopez’s fourth, following her previous marriages to Ojani Noa, Cris Judd, and Marc Anthony. For Affleck, this is his second divorce, having previously been married to actress Jennifer Garner.As the news of their divorce breaks, reactions have been pouring in. Ojani Noa, Lopez’s first husband, expressed surprise at the split but wished both parties the best. Meanwhile, Lopez has been seen attending concerts and events without Affleck, focusing on herself and her professional projects.
Key points
- Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck on their second wedding anniversary, citing ‘irreconcilable differences’.
- The couple’s marital problems reportedly began during their honeymoon in Lake Como, Italy, due to differences in handling public attention.
- Their different approaches to celebrity life and privacy were major factors in the split.
- The divorce papers do not mention a prenuptial agreement, potentially leading to a significant division of assets.
Contradictions👾While some sources suggest the split was due to Affleck’s lack of commitment, others indicate it was Lopez who filed for divorce and Affleck who had been holding off.
