Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing – amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon

Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon

As a long-time observer of celebrity relationships, I must say that the love story between Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck is as captivating as it is intriguing. They have danced around each other for nearly two decades, their romance seemingly written in the stars yet thwarted by the vicissitudes of life.


On Wednesday, as Ben Affleck showed a thoughtful demeanor while smoking a cigarette upon his arrival at his Los Angeles office, it was the day following Jennifer Lopez’s divorce filing.

52-year-old actor, spotted with his kids following the breakup announcement, casually showed his bare ring finger while taking a puff on a cigarette. (Or) The 52-year-old actor, seen with his children post-split disclosure, nonchalantly displayed his unadorned hand as he enjoyed a cigarette.

Affleck looked somber as he drove into his office – as his second divorce gets underway.

These new allegations suggest that the couple’s marital troubles started shortly following their wedding in Georgia, during their honeymoon in Italy, which took place in August 2022.

According to a source, when they were not in front of the cameras, they rarely interacted with each other. During what should have been the most joyous period of their lives, there seemed to be a noticeable lack of communication between them.

Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon

Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon

‘He sold her on him being a changed man, and that lasted a very short time.’

Additionally, they stated that Ben, known for his struggles with sobriety, expressed a growing desire for increased privacy. He found it increasingly difficult to cope with the high-profile celebrity status of Lopez.

The source stated, “They mentioned that he prefers not to have [his group] or the accompanying chaos at his residence.”

Affleck appeared somber upon his arrival at his newly purchased $20 million home in Los Angeles, mere hours following J-Lo’s divorce filing.

On Tuesday night, the recently divorced celebrity didn’t manage to elicit laughter while driving with his children, Samuel (aged 12) and Fin (aged 16), following news that J-Lo, aged 55, had filed for separation.

His thoughtful demeanor stood in stark contrast to the exuberance he displayed upon returning to Los Angeles earlier that day, following the drop-off of his daughter Violet at college.

The Academy Award winner closed escrow on a new $20.5 million estate in Pacific Palisades last month – two months after his split from Lopez.

As someone who has lived in various homes throughout my life, I can confidently say that this house is a true luxury. With its five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and numerous living spaces like breakfast and dining areas, family room, den, media room, and powder room, it’s clear that no detail was overlooked in designing this home. The walk-in closets are spacious enough to store all of my belongings comfortably, and the guest house offers a private living space for visitors. It’s not every day that one comes across a home with such an array of amenities typical of a multi-million dollar house. This is definitely a dream home for those who appreciate luxury and comfort.

Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon
Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon
Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon

Last month, the current owner of “This Is Me…Now” and Affleck put their Beverly Hills mansion up for sale at a price tag of $68 million. They had bought this estate for $60 million just last May. However, so far, they haven’t managed to find any immediate buyers.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck began dating in 2002 following a strong connection on the movie set of “Gigli.” They swiftly moved towards engagement.

But they called it quits in 2004, just before they were set to become husband and wife. 

As a dedicated follower, I’d put it this way: We each moved on and married others – I tied the knot with Mac Anthony in 2004, while she wed Jennifer Garner in 2005. However, after parting ways from our initial partners, we eventually found our way back to each other.

They rekindled their love in 2021 and went on to wed in Las Vegas in July 2022.

However, following several months of persistent speculation about their marital troubles, Jennifer has officially initiated the divorce process.

She listed the date of separation as April 26, 2024, as per legal docs seen by DailyMail.com.

The couple did not sign a prenuptial agreement before tying the knot, insiders have revealed. 

Previously, it was mentioned that they preferred to maintain their relationship as a private affair, as discussed in the documentary The Greatest Love Story Never Told.

Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon
Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon

The movie chronicled the process of creating her recent album titled “This Is Me… Now,” a significant portion of which was influenced by her relationship with Ben.

In a scene from the film, Ben expressed surprise when he discovered her band members rummaging through his personal love letters – letters that Jennifer Lopez had provided them to use as inspiration for her upcoming album.

During his 13-year marriage with Garner, the actor held on to his communications with the singer. After their reunion in 2021, he compiled those letters and emails into a book as a gift for her.

He expressed, addressing the camera: ‘I’ve always considered things that are private as being both sacred and unique due to their very nature of being kept private.’

Ben Affleck smokes cigarette as he emerges after Jennifer Lopez divorce filing - amid claims strife began on 2022 honeymoon

Earlier this year, when asked by Variety if she and Affleck might act in a film together again, Lopez replied, “Perhaps, for the right project.”

‘I mean, we love working together and being together, so maybe,’ she added.

On Tuesday morning, Ben was spotted with his former spouse, Jennifer Garner, and their child Fin. They had just dropped off their oldest child, Violet (aged 18), at college.

Hours later Lopez filed for divorce. It was her two year wedding anniversary with him. 

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2024-08-21 23:12

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