Key Takeaways:
– Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, ending months of speculation.
– Amidst the divorce proceedings, tension is suggested between Jennifer Garner and Lopez.
– Garner reportedly feels used by Lopez to repair her marriage with Affleck.
– Lopez has filed to restore her original name and requested dropping ‘Affleck' from her surname.
The Love Triangle Drama Unfolds
After much speculation, it's official: Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck. The filing marks an end to their marriage and sparks further discussion about the dynamics among Affleck, Lopez, and Ben's ex-wife, Jennifer Garner.
Origins of The Affair
Lopez first met Affleck on the set of the 2003 film, ‘Gigli.' At the time, the pop diva was married to her second husband, Cris Judd. However, after divorcing Judd the same year, Lopez and Affleck announced their relationship and even got engaged. However, the engagement broke off in 2004, and they went their separate ways.
Affleck's Relationships Post-Lopez
Following his separation from ‘Jenny from the Block,' Affleck fell for Jennifer Garner. They got hitched in 2005 and despite being divorced now, they remain on amicable terms, jointly focusing on their children's well-being.
Possible Animosity Between the Jennifers?
As Affleck's divorce with Lopez unfolds, Garner finds herself unwittingly involved. There are whispers of tension between Garner and Lopez, though these are yet to be confirmed. The suggestion that Garner has been used by Lopez in an attempt to salvage her relationship with the ‘Batman' actor has circulated. Friends of Garner reportedly believe it's not in her best interest to be caught up in this situation, given her past with Affleck.
However, a source adds, “In the end, Jen Garner always has Ben's back, and while she considers J.Lo a friend, it's unlikely this friendship will deepen.”
J.Lo Decides to Reclaim her Original Name
On August 20, with the filing of her divorce papers, Jennifer Lopez asserted her desire to return to her birth name, Jennifer Lynn Lopez. She requested to drop Affleck from her surname, marking a significant step in asserting her independence with the closure of her marriage to Affleck.
Reasons For The Separation
In the divorce documents, Lopez cited ‘irreconcilable differences' as the reason for their parting. Interestingly, it came to light that there was no prenuptial agreement. However, both have decided not to seek spousal support. Lopez handled the divorce paperwork solo, without legal representation, and she stated the date of their separation as April 26.
This confirms they've been living separately for about four months now. This news certainly adds a new angle to the rumors that were swirling around, especially after Lopez attended the Met Gala alone.
**The Exes' Reactions**
While the divorce proceedings unfold, the media is keen on knowing how their ex-partners are handling the situation. Garner, so far, has shown her full support for Affleck. They were seen recently getting off a private plane together after taking their daughter, Violet, to Yale University.
On the other hand, Lopez's ex, Alex Rodriguez, keeps his fans guessing by posting rather cryptic messages online.
With this divorce marking a significant turn in the lives of the people involved, only time will tell how the situation evolves.
