A Hollywood love story ends as the couple finalizes their divorce after two years of marriage
February 22, 2025: JLo and Ben Affleck’s Divorce Finalized
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are now officially divorced. A Los Angeles Superior Court judge approved their divorce settlement on January 6, with the decision taking effect on February 21, 2025. This marks the end of their two-year-long marriage, which was once seen as a fairytale rekindling of their early 2000s romance.
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As part of the separation, Lopez has legally dropped “Affleck” from her name, signifying a clean break. While details of their financial settlement remain private, reports confirm that neither party will pay spousal support, and with no children involved, custody arrangements were not a factor.
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Jennifer Lopez & Ben Affleck: A Love Story Ends—Again
- Marriage: The couple tied the knot in July 2022, marking their second shot at love after their much-publicized relationship and engagement in the early 2000s.
- Separation: Lopez filed for divorce in August 2024, citing an earlier separation of over a year.
- Past Relationships: Affleck was previously married to actress Jennifer Garner (2005-2018) and shares three children with her. Lopez has been married four times and shares twins with singer Marc Anthony.
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Hollywood’s On-and-Off Couple: A History of JLo & Ben
- The duo first fell in love in the early 2000s, got engaged, and starred in films like Gigli (2003) and Jersey Girl (2004).
- They ended their engagement in 2004, citing intense media scrutiny as a factor in their split.
- In a shocking reconciliation nearly 20 years later, they rekindled their romance and married in Las Vegas in 2022, followed by a grand Georgia wedding.
- Despite high hopes, their second chance at love proved short-lived, leading to another separation in 2024.
What’s Next for JLo and Affleck?
While Lopez remains focused on her music and business ventures, Affleck continues to balance acting, directing, and co-parenting his children. Despite the split, both stars remain highly influential figures in Hollywood, with fans keenly watching their next moves.
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