Jennifer Lopez Was Asked About Her Divorce From Ben Affleck While On The Today Show, And Things Got Awkward

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Although Jennifer Lopez is known for her successful career, much of the public focus remains on her personal life. Throughout 2024, rumors of trouble in her marriage to Ben Affleck were widespread, and she officially filed for divorce in August. The divorce was completed in January 2025, and Lopez has repeatedly been asked about the split. This happened again recently during an interview on Today, leading to an uncomfortable moment.

Jennifer Lopez was on NBC’s *The Today Show* to talk about her upcoming 2025 movie, *Kiss of the Spider Woman*. The 56-year-old actress and entertainer discussed the film and other things with host Craig Melvin. Melvin pointed out that working on the movie happened at the same time as personal changes in her relationship with her ex-husband. Lopez responded with laughter and then directly addressed Melvin’s comment.

There you go! Look at this guy!

The conversation became a little uncomfortable when Jennifer Lopez glanced at the camera while thinking about the topic. However, Craig Melvin quickly and politely stepped in to explain why he’d mentioned her ex-husband – he was actually a producer on *Spider Woman*. Melvin pointed out that Lopez had previously talked about the contrast between work and her personal life at the time. Following that, Lopez praised Ben Affleck.

Honestly, I don’t think this movie would have ever happened without Ben. I’ll always be grateful to him for making it a reality.

Jennifer Lopez acknowledged that difficult things happen in life, hinting at her recent divorce from Ben Affleck, but emphasized the importance of moving forward. She shared that working on the film *Kiss of the Spider Woman* was a particularly helpful experience during this time. Lopez has spoken fondly about collaborating with director Bill Condon and her fellow cast members on the project, and expressed gratitude for the experience, downplaying any focus on potential Oscar recognition.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck reportedly stayed friendly after their divorce, even after just over two years of marriage. Sources say Affleck has continued to be involved in Lopez’s children’s lives, acting as a supportive stepdad. Similarly, Lopez remains a presence in the lives of Affleck’s kids – she was even seen shopping with his son, Samuel, in September.

Jennifer Lopez has been private about her divorce from Ben Affleck since it was completed. While she’s expressed some gratitude for him, she’s also clearly focused on the future. However, the media will likely continue to bring up the divorce, and it remains to be seen if any future interviews will lead to uncomfortable exchanges, like the brief one she had with Craig Melvin.

Check out Lopez in Kiss of the Spider Woman, which opens in theaters on October 10.

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2025-10-06 23:53