Jennifer Lopez Shares Engagement Ring Story Amid Relationship Challenges with Ben Affleck

Jennifer Lopez Addresses Ben Affleck Split Rumors

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Jennifer Lopez appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to talk about her new sci-fi film, Atlas. However, she did not address questions about her marriage to Ben Affleck. Despite this, she did mention her husband's name during a story about meeting Barbra Streisand in the past. Streisand had admired the engagement ring that Ben had given Lopez years ago, calling it a big diamond. Lopez confirmed, "Yes, it is!"

Lopez was seen wearing a simple silver band on her ring finger on Kimmel's show. She continued to wear it while walking the red carpet alone at the Los Angeles premiere of Atlas. This event marked her most recent appearance without Affleck by her side.

The couple, affectionately known as Bennifer, caught people's attention when they hadn't been spotted together in a while. Lopez attended the Met Gala on her own, while Affleck attended the live taping of Netflix's roast of Tom Brady solo.

Rumors started circulating that Lopez and Affleck had broken up, but a source shared with us that the couple faced some challenges in their relationship.

According to the insider, Jen and Ben are experiencing difficulties in their marriage. The problems began a few months back when Jen started getting busier with work commitments and preparing for her upcoming tour.

Lopez is currently very focused on work as she prepares to start her This Is Me … Live tour next month in Orlando. According to a source, she is putting all her energy into this upcoming event.

The insider also mentioned that Lopez and her partner are often on different wavelengths, indicating that they may not always see eye to eye.

Jennifer Lopez Addresses Ben Affleck Split Rumors

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A second source informed Us that Lopez and Affleck are not planning to separate, but mentioned that the actor has been staying at a different place in Los Angeles instead of their usual home. Another insider revealed to Us that Affleck moved out of their shared house "several weeks ago."

Despite the rumors of a split, Affleck and Lopez have been seen together in public. On Friday, May 17, they were spotted attending a school event for one of their children. (Lopez has twins Max and Emme, 16, with ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck has Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12, with ex-wife Jennifer Garner.)

Both Affleck and Lopez were seen wearing their wedding rings. However, earlier that day, Affleck was photographed without his band while he was out and about.

Later that weekend, on Sunday, May 19, Lopez and Affleck were spotted driving in Brentwood, California. Affleck was behind the wheel with a big smile, and Lopez was sitting in the passenger seat.

Lopez and Affleck first caught the attention of fans in the early 2000s when they started dating after meeting on the set of their movie Gigli. Their whirlwind romance took a serious turn when Affleck proposed to Lopez in 2002. Despite their plans for a September 2003 wedding, the couple ultimately called off their nuptials and ended their relationship in 2004.

Nearly twenty years later, Affleck and Lopez reignited their love in May 2021. They surprised everyone by getting married in a secret ceremony in Las Vegas in July 2022. A month later, they celebrated with a larger wedding in Georgia surrounded by their friends and family.

Editor's P/S:

The recent rumors surrounding Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's marriage have sparked a flurry of speculation. While the couple has remained tight-lipped about their private lives, their public appearances and subtle gestures hint at potential challenges. Lopez's absence from Affleck's side at recent events and her wearing a simple band instead of her engagement ring have fueled speculation. However, insiders maintain that despite their difficulties, the couple is committed to working through their issues.

It's important to approach such rumors with caution, as the media often sensationalizes celebrity relationships for entertainment value. The couple's history of enduring a previous breakup and reuniting years later suggests their resilience and determination to make their marriage work. Ultimately, their private lives and well-being should be respected, and it's up to them to navigate their marital challenges in their own way.