Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s love story has had its share of ups and downs, spanning more than 22 years. The couple, who recently announced their separation after two years of marriage, have experienced a whirlwind romance that has captivated the public’s attention multiple times.
Their journey began in early 2002 when they met on the set of the movie Gigli. Despite the film’s critical and commercial failure, their off-screen romance quickly became a hot topic. By November 2002, Affleck proposed to Lopez with a 6.1-carat pink diamond ring. The couple made their relationship official with a red carpet debut at the premiere of Lopez’s film Maid in Manhattan.
However, their wedding plans were abruptly postponed in September 2003, just days before the ceremony, citing “excessive media attention” as a reason. The engagement was officially called off in January 2004, and they went their separate ways.
Both stars moved on with other relationships. Affleck married Jennifer Garner in 2005, with whom he shares three children before their divorce in 2018. Lopez married Marc Anthony in 2004, and the couple had twins Max and Emme before they split in 2014.
In 2021, nearly two decades after their initial breakup, Lopez and Affleck reunited. Their rekindled romance was confirmed with a red carpet-appearance at the Venice Film Festival in September 2021. By April 2022, they were engaged once again, and they tied the knot in a surprise Las Vegas ceremony in July 2022.
Their renewed commitment seemed strong, with public appearances and vacations together, including a post-wedding trip to Paris. Lopez released an album titled This Is Me… Now in February 2024, reflecting on their relationship. However, despite their efforts to rekindle their romance, Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck on August 20, 2024. The couple had been separated since April 26, according to the filing.
Their relationship, filled with high-profile moments and personal struggles, continues to be a testament to their enduring connection and the impact of their public and private lives on each other.
