Jennifer Lopez Opens Up About Embracing Growth and Letting Go of Regret After Split from Ben Affleck

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s reunion initially sparked hope among fans for a fairy-tale ending, but after two years of marriage, the “This Is Me…Now” singer has reportedly filed for divorce. Despite the end of their relationship, Lopez seems to have no regrets about their decision to part ways.

In a recent interview with British Vogue while promoting her role in the film Unstoppable (produced by Affleck’s company, Artists Equity), Lopez indirectly touched on her split. During her conversation with Judy Robles, the woman she portrays in the film, Lopez reflected on Robles’ own turbulent divorce. Lopez shared her perspective on navigating the emotional aftermath of a relationship ending, emphasizing the importance of releasing societal shame and regret.

“You kind of go, ‘That’s who I was at that time,’” Lopez said. “There were things that I needed—there was a part of my soul that needed to grow. And it grew in its perfect timing, in its perfect way, when I was ready. That’s part of the journey of life and healing those parts of ourselves that we don’t always understand.”

Although Lopez did not mention Affleck by name, many fans and online users speculated that her comments were inspired by their separation. Reports suggest that their marriage faced challenges during the production of Unstoppable, further fueling public curiosity about the state of their relationship.

Lopez’s remarks reflect her broader approach to overcoming hardships. Earlier in the interview, she shared her mindset on resilience: “I think the way I overcome things is not by thinking of them as happening to me but happening for me. What is the lesson that needs to be learned in the moment? When I think of things that way and stay in a more positive mindset, it’s easier to embrace the lesson for what it is.”

This perspective is one Lopez has leaned on through her past divorces, including her high-profile splits from Marc Anthony, Cris Judd, and Ojani Noa. Her ability to find personal growth and healing in challenging experiences continues to resonate with fans and serves as an example of resilience and self-awareness.