Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck

One of the most admired couples in Hollywood, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, have ended their short-lived marriage that started last year. Their split has been described by the press as a taboo, which enrages more and more fans to find out the news on their favorite stars’ divorce.

The Unexpected Split

Nonetheless, despite the couple’s happy and loving appearance, Lopez and Affleck have had their fair share of highs and lows. The first time they became a couple is when they started dating in the early 2000 there is even a nickname for that relationship – “Bennifer”. But they separated at some point of their relationship.

Years later, the couple reunion and got back together, they got married in a surprise wedding in August 2022. Their reunion was a good one and the fans were happy and enthusiastic about this one.

Divorce Details

It was in April 2024 that Lopez filed for divorce and the official papers stated that the couple had gone their separate ways on the 26th of the same month. Though the cause of this split is still undisclosed some facts were made available to the public after the filing of the divorce papers.

Another important thing that can also be pointed out is that Lopez has willingly surrendered any claims to spousal support. This way, she is not depending on Affleck to pay for those bills. In addition, she has also requested the court to reject Affleck’s petition for spousal support.

This could pose a problem as far as sorting out their property and belongings are concerned especially if they did not sign any prenuptial agreements. However, the details of their property division are not known and have not been brought to the public domain.

Fan Reactions

It’s sad for the couple’s fans who have watched the couple reconcile to find that it was just a flicker of light before the flicker went off with the news of Lopez and Affleck’s divorce. It has become apparent that the release of the news has elicited reactions from the public most of which were dissipations of sadness, disappointment and disbelief through social media platforms.

A lot of people have posted warm emotions associated with the behavior of the couple and their sincere wishes for them. At the same time, there is hope the both Lopez and Affleck will find happiness in the future despite the break up.

When the finer aspects of their dissolution of marriage will begin to unravel, viewers will be waiting to see how this once-power couple survives this severe joint crisis.