Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce

Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce

As a seasoned observer and admirer of Jennifer Lopez‘s illustrious career, I find myself deeply moved by her recent interview. Her words resonate with a profound wisdom that comes from navigating the complexities of life and love for over three decades.


This week, Ben Affleck appeared somber as he emerged in Los Angeles following Jennifer Lopez’s long-awaited public comments about their unexpected separation.

52-year-old actor has yet to bring a grin to his face, following the difficult split with J-Lo, which she described, and the subsequent filing of divorce papers by her, exactly two months ago on their wedding anniversary.

In a casual, relaxed style, the celebrity donned a baggy gray outfit resembling jeans, paired with sneakers, and sported a full, shaggy beard. Accompanied by his team from the production crew, he leisurely explored potential sites for his upcoming venture.

As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but share my excitement over the recent public appearance by Ben Affleck. This outing marks a rare sighting of him since Jennifer’s bold photo shoot and candid discussion about her journey through this separation. It’s like catching a glimpse of a cherished celebrity after a long hiatus, making every fan’s heart skip a beat!

Jennifer discussed with comedian Nikki Glaser how her life has faced unexpected challenges this year, revealing lessons she’s yet to fully grasp, while tactfully avoiding direct references to Ben.

Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce

Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce

In April, the lovingly nicknamed duo known as ‘Bennifer’, comprising Ben and Jennifer, parted ways. On August 20th, marking their second wedding anniversary, she submitted divorce papers.

After parting ways with Ben, the actress from Hustlers suggested she needs some solitude for her own well-being and wholeness, saying, “To attain something greater, one must ensure they are healthy and whole.

It seems you’ve realized the importance of self-reliance, something I believed you’d grasped earlier but apparently not. This realization hit home particularly during this summer, leading you to acknowledge, “I must take some time for myself and demonstrate to myself that I can manage independently.

But the entertainer has no regrets: ‘Not one second. That doesn’t mean it didn’t almost take me out for good. It almost did.’ 

During her comprehensive interview, conducted for the magazine’s 55th anniversary edition, Jennifer mentioned that she isn’t presently seeking a romantic relationship: ‘I’m not on the lookout for anyone right now.’

When Nikki asked if the breakup was ‘hard,’ JLo replied: ‘Yes, it’s f***ing hard!’

The Can’t Get Enough singer expressed feelings of solitude, discomfort, fear, sorrow, and desperation.

Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce
Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce

When you find yourself immersed in those emotions and think, “These situations won’t break me,” it’s more about realizing that I can experience joy and contentment independently. Being in a relationship doesn’t dictate my identity. I shouldn’t seek happiness from others. Instead, I must cultivate it within myself. Previously, I would describe myself as a happy person, yet I was still searching for something to complete the void, but now I understand, “I’m already complete.

When she addressed her ‘lessons’ she said it is a ‘lifelong process.’

‘I think that’s what I love about life, that there’s no arrival point,’ said the Bronx beauty. 

‘Continuous improvement and growth is always an option for you. It’s a matter of evolving or fading away, and I choose the former.’

occasionally, I’d think I had the answer, but life would throw more challenges at me to test if I truly understood the lesson, and I realized I hadn’t fully grasped it yet.

It’s become clearer to me now on a more profound level, yet I acknowledge that I may still stumble occasionally. However, if my entire home were to be destroyed, finding myself amidst the ruins, I would ponder intensely about how to prevent such an event from recurring in the future.

Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce

Afterward, you begin to scrutinize it piece by piece, reflecting, “Alright, these actions were mine, these aspects I was responsible for, these signs I ought to have recognized earlier, and these areas where I neglected to look. These insights, in essence, are the valuable lessons.

Furthermore, without explicitly discussing the conclusion of her marriage with Affleck, she stated that she had not fully grasped the lesson.

I’m on a journey of self-discovery, peeling back layers to understand the emotions within and the deeply ingrained beliefs that shape my decisions and weave patterns into my life,” I express, sharing my personal exploration.

When you reach a moment where you believe you’ve grasped the lessons, only to find yourself facing another setback, you understand, “Apparently, I haven’t fully learned yet, so what should I focus on now?” In simpler terms, always keep questioning yourself, as it’s all too easy to point fingers at others.

Lopez then said that her flaws should be loved too as she addressed ‘boundaries.’

‘A genuine lover will assist you in mending your inner self. That’s what I’ve come to understand about love – it provides a sense of security. You make me feel protected, and when I stumble or fail, you empathize with me and guide me towards improvement because we both have our individual boundaries.’

In response to Glaser’s statement, “It seems like you’re setting a higher standard for the future,” Lopez countered with, “Actually, there’s no higher standard because I’m not seeking anyone at the moment. Is that clear?

Jennifer additionally mentioned that it was the first occasion she had ever expressed such sentiment as a solo individual, further stating, “You understand this, right? For those who cherish romance and relish being in relationships, aspiring to grow old with someone, we often think, ‘I must possess that to be complete and content.’ However, you don’t.

And she added it took 30 years to get to this place. 

As far as all the negative comments about her divorce, she says she can handle it though she is ‘not Teflon’ because sometimes it can hurt. 

Toward the end of the interview, Nikki asks Jennifer again about the end of her marriage.

‘The pain you just went through, you do not regret,’ said Glaser.

‘Not a moment, but that experience came extremely close to ending my journey permanently. It was a near miss, but now having survived, I can’t help but reflect, “Wow, that was exactly what I needed. Thank you, universe. I apologize for my slow learning. I should have grasped it earlier. I understand now – you had to strike me hard and often with a powerful hammer. You crushed the house upon me. No need to do it again.”‘

Glaser then said, ‘You finally got it.’

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: “I’ve reached an epiphany and let me clarify, this realization doesn’t equate to having all the answers. However, the prospect of venturing out independently ignites a sense of excitement within me. To be clear, I’m not seeking companionship at the moment. Instead, the experiences I’ve gathered over the last 25-30 years – navigating diverse and challenging situations – have prepared me for the unique adventure that lies ahead as I embark on this solo journey.

Lopez additionally discussed cancelling her summer tour: ‘I’m thankful I made that decision, as it was an incredibly tough period for me. It might have been the most challenging phase of my life, but it was also the most beneficial because I was able to focus on personal growth.’

Ben Affleck looks stony-faced after ex Jennifer Lopez broke her silence amid their shock divorce

As far as Ben’s new film Unstoppable, in which she has a role, she said it is ‘really beautiful.’

She stated that she took part in the film because it was an incredibly inspiring tale, and since it focused on the Latino community. The movie revolves around Anthony Robles, a wrestler born with only one leg, and his extraordinary journey overcoming odds in his sport. In this production, I portray his mother who gave birth to him when she was just 16 years old.

She watched the movie during TIFF. “It was my initial viewing where the audience experienced it for the first time in Toronto, and the response was overwhelmingly positive as people connected deeply with the film’s emotions. It’s a truly inspiring tale, a kind of uplifting story that I believe the world could benefit from right now.

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2024-10-10 18:53

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