Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini have ‘reconnected’ amid their divorces – after originally falling out over Ben Affleck

Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini have 'reconnected' amid their divorces - after originally falling out over Ben Affleck

As a dedicated follower of these celebrity lives, I must say it’s heartening to see two strong women reconnecting amidst their personal struggles. Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini, both 54, finding common ground in their shared experiences of divorce, seems like a beautiful reminder of the power of friendship.


Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini appear to have rekindled their friendship following their separations from their respective partners.

During the dissolution of their marriages, the famous celebrity – who recently filed for divorce from Ben Affleck on their second wedding anniversary – and Kevin Can Wait actor engaged in an extended, sincere discussion.

In August, Remini shocked the internet after announcing she and her longtime husband Angelo Pagan were getting divorced after 21 years of marriage.  

Initially, a disagreement arose between Lopez and Remini when the latter failed to attend Jennifer Lopez’s wedding to Ben Affleck.

Furthermore fuelling speculation, Michelle Visage, a close associate of Remini, subtly suggested that their friendship had ended, when asked if they were still best friends.

Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini have 'reconnected' amid their divorces - after originally falling out over Ben Affleck

According to a source, the two women, who are both 54 years old, were reportedly astonished to find themselves going through a divorce at the same time.

According to the source, Leah and J.Lo found a common ground through their shared past, leading to a renewal of their friendship.

The duo were close for years until their rumored falling out back in 2022. 

As reported by Page Six, there was a disagreement between the two celebrities, centered around Jennifer Lopez’s upcoming wedding to Ben Affleck.

In my own words, Remini conveyed her concerns to Lopez, at the same time recalling the cause of their initial separation years ago: “He’s self-centered and doesn’t give our partnership the attention it deserves.

After the altercation, the artist who is famously known for On The Floor became extremely angry and chose to sever all connections with Remini.

In August of 2022, Lopez and Affleck had a grand wedding celebration in the state of Georgia, following their quickie wedding in Las Vegas a month prior.

At the wedding, Remini was conspicuously missing. According to reports from TMZ, this was because she had prior arrangements to spend time with her daughter, Sofia, who was preparing for college.

Following the report that Lopez and Affleck’s relationship seemed uncertain, a source shared with Page Six that Remini wished to offer support to her friend, but had no intention of boasting about previous predictions.

In late May, an insider told the outlet that Remini had reached out and offered her support. 

They crossed paths for the first time at a film premiere red carpet event in 2004, with Lopez being in a relationship with Marc Anthony at that time. They tied the knot in June of the same year, but their marriage ended ten years later in 2014, leaving them as parents to twins Max and Emme, who are now 16.

Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini have 'reconnected' amid their divorces - after originally falling out over Ben Affleck
Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini have 'reconnected' amid their divorces - after originally falling out over Ben Affleck

Back in 2003, when Lopez got married to Angelo Pagan, she remembers meeting Jennifer for the first time at a certain event. This was mentioned during an interview with Entertainment Tonight back in 2018.

She shared that she attended the premiere with the expectation that the person would look unattractive in person, as she conveyed to the media outlet.

As I drew near to her, I found myself thinking, “Perhaps the lighting is simply enhancing her beauty,” but upon getting closer, I realized, “Wow, it’s not just the brightness here, she genuinely is quite stunning.

‘I even said that! I said, “Why the f**k? Why are you so f***ing pretty?” And she laughed.’

Leah expressed, “I found myself thinking, ‘I sure hope she isn’t intelligent,’ you understand? It crossed my mind that perhaps she might not be smart at all. I was yearning for some flaw in her and couldn’t find any…

In a previous shared appearance on The View, my co-star from the romantic comedy “Second Act” and I took the opportunity to discuss our close bond off-screen as well.

Leah mentioned during the program, according to Us Weekly, that their relationship is incredibly tight, reminiscent of sisters, but with a unique twist distinct from typical sisterly bonds.

Jennifer Lopez and Leah Remini have 'reconnected' amid their divorces - after originally falling out over Ben Affleck

Lopez further explained, “Our lives and professions are quite alike, which means we grasp aspects that others might not. This shared understanding is another factor that brings us closer.

In her remarks, the mother of two praised the actress as being courageous, compassionate, and selfless. Meanwhile, Remini added that Lopez is loving, kind-hearted, extraordinarily loyal, courageous, bold, genuine, and authentic.

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2024-09-11 19:34

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