Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Commit to Staying Connected Despite Split

The former couple prioritises family ties and mutual respect, embracing an unconventional blended dynamic.

December 18, 2024: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck may have parted ways romantically, but they remain committed to staying in each other’s lives for the sake of their families. According to a recent report by Page Six, the former couple intends to maintain a connection, especially when it comes to their children, despite their ongoing divorce proceedings.

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Family First: A Shared Commitment

On December 13, Lopez and Affleck, joined by Jennifer Garner, came together to support their children at a school play—an event that highlighted the wholesome aspects of their blended family dynamic. Despite their divorce, sources suggest that “Ben and Jennifer are still connected” and prioritize maintaining open communication when it involves their kids.

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“They have every intention of continuing to be in each other’s lives despite not being romantically involved,” a source revealed. While the Gigli co-stars don’t share biological children, their families remain intertwined: Lopez has twins Emme and Max with ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck shares Violet, Fin, and Samuel with former wife Jennifer Garner.

A Non-Traditional “Blended Family”

Though their relationship doesn’t follow a typical co-parenting model, Lopez and Affleck continue to share moments with their families. The pair has been spotted at family gatherings, such as brunches in Beverly Hills, putting their “irreconcilable differences” aside for their kids.

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The insider added: “They’re still close with each other’s children, and even though they don’t have a co-parenting type of relationship, they still feel like a blended family in a lot of ways.”

Mutual Respect Amid Change

While Lopez filed for divorce on the couple’s second wedding anniversary, the source emphasized that both stars “have a mutual respect for one another” that doesn’t fade easily. The pair, often referred to as Bennifer, share decades of history—a connection that’s not easily undone.

Although “things haven’t been the same” since their split, their bond is maintained through shared responsibilities and their children’s ties. As their kids attend the same school, Lopez and Affleck frequently cross paths and set an example by remaining amicable and supportive in each other’s presence.

“They have a lot of history,” the source said, reiterating that both remain committed to honoring their past while prioritizing their blended family’s well-being.

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