Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills… amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama

Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama

As a seasoned observer of celebrity dynamics, I find myself deeply intrigued by the complex web of relationships unfolding between Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck, and their respective circles. Having spent years analyzing such tangles, I must say that this one is particularly captivating.


On Friday, Jennifer Lopez was seen having a fun lunch outing with her 16-year-old daughter Emme in Beverly Hills.

The 55-year-old vocalist seemed joyful, showing off her wedding band amidst whispers of an upcoming separation from her spouse, Ben Affleck, fuelling divorce speculations.

For several months now, it seems like these former partners have avoided each other’s company, and it was Daily Mail that disclosed their readiness to submit divorce documents at a future date.

Last week, the music sensation took off her wedding ring, fueling speculation about her marital state. However, upon their arrival at the renowned celebrity haunt, E. Baldi, the ring reappeared on her hand, reigniting interest in the current condition of her marriage.

Regardless of any rumors swirling around, Jennifer remained unruffled, radiating old-school Hollywood elegance in a trendy white blouse and retro denims, fitting perfectly as a bona fide film icon.

Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama

Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama

The outing comes amid reports Jennifer’s inner circle has long harbored a dislike for Ben. 

As a devoted admirer, I’ve noticed that the actress from Hustlers, who has been spotted wearing her wedding ring once more, and the director of Argo have rekindled their relationship and appeared to be brimming with affection upon reuniting for a second chance at love. However, some of Jennifer’s dearest friends and confidants are reportedly not entirely pleased with Ben Affleck due to past issues that arose during their initial romance in the early 2000s.

It’s reported by a source to Page Six that Benny Medina, who has been Jennifer’s manager for a long time, apparently isn’t a fan of the Afflecks.

As a lifestyle expert, I’d put it this way: “I must confess, they seem to have a rather challenging relationship. There’s an evident lack of harmony between them, and I sense that past disagreements may still linger.”

During several of Jennifer’s initial triumphs, Benny collaborated with her. However, their professional partnership concluded in the year 2003.

Multiple sources reportedly said that Affleck played a role in Lopez’s decision to ditch Medina.

In the ensuing years, I found myself working closely with Benny once again, following our shared history, as he resumed his role as my manager – a position he held for me not long after we ended our engagement with the Armageddon actor back in 2004.

After that, he has consistently served as one of her most trusted confidants. Notably, they have often been spotted together during her visits to the Hamptons, a place where she stays while Ben remains in Los Angeles.

Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama
Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama
Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama
Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama

A different source told Page Six that Benny tried to keep his ‘mouth shut’ for a more diplomatic approach to Jennifer’s second romance with Ben. 

They stated that his response was a silent acceptance, showing neither approval nor disapproval. In other words, he chose not to speak or comment on the matter at hand.

According to the source, it was believed that Jennifer would marry Ben anyway, regardless of any protests or opinions presented.

Leah Remini, once a close friend of Jennifer, found their bond momentarily strained during Jennifer’s relationship with Ben. However, it seems that Jennifer herself didn’t actively cause their friendship to end.

Previously, it was shared that Jennifer had cold-shouldered Leah, going as far as not inviting her to her wedding, following the King of Queens actor’s advice for her to reconsider if the factors that supposedly led to their initial separation in Ben were still present.

However, they had managed to put their past disagreements behind them, as recent events suggested, and it seemed that Leah had been seen spending time with Jennifer, offering support during the rumors of Jennifer’s marital troubles with Ben.

Based on the second reference, it appears that only Lopez’s mother seems to appreciate Ben Affleck. He is generally perceived as a real jerk or a triple-A (triple A) asshole.

In reference to the latest news, I’ve noticed reports suggesting that Affleck might be postponing a divorce filing, presumably with the intention of maintaining his relationship with Jennifer.

Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama
Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama
Jennifer Lopez flashes wedding band alongside her child Emme, 16, during lunch date in Beverly Hills... amid ongoing Ben Affleck divorce drama

However, an inside source had earlier informed the media that the timing was off, as Jennifer had already suffered humiliation when Ben attempted to rekindle their brief relationship.

According to the second source, this situation was absolutely not something she had anticipated. If anyone had mentioned that they were separating just under two years into their relationship, she would have reacted fiercely, perhaps even causing harm.

On Thursday, it was observed that Ben was busy with work in Los Angeles. According to a recent report by In Touch, there are claims that he’s postponing the submission of his divorce papers to spare Jennifer from public embarrassment since they both are involved in the upcoming film “Unstoppable,” where she plays a key role.

According to reports, Ben and his long-term friend Matt Damon, who is also serving as a producer, are heavily involved in the movie’s outcome. As a result, it’s said that he has postponed his divorce proceedings to avoid negatively impacting the film’s ticket sales or Jennifer’s public perception.

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2024-08-10 06:04

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