Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are reportedly moving on separately as the summer winds down, with signs of strain in their marriage becoming increasingly evident. According to sources, the couple, who have been spending time apart, are considering their next steps, potentially leading to a permanent split.
Lopez, 55, has been spending time in New York City and the Hamptons, celebrating her birthday with friends and family, while Affleck, 51, has remained in Los Angeles. "They're moving on separately," a source told PEOPLE. "Jennifer is trying to find a new home to start fresh." This separation comes after rumors in May suggested that the couple had been living under different roofs.
Despite the growing distance between them, Lopez appears to be maintaining a positive outlook. "Considering everything that's going on, Jennifer is having a good summer," the source continued. "She's been off and able to focus on what's next. She always has a good attitude even when things are not perfect."
Affleck has also taken steps towards a new beginning. He recently purchased a $20.5 million property in Pacific Palisades after living in a rented apartment for months. The new home boasts five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and several luxury amenities. Meanwhile, the couple has listed their $61 million Beverly Hills mansion for sale, further fueling rumors of their impending separation.
Lopez, for her part, has been actively searching for a new residence. Reports indicate that she is keen on staying in the Beverly Hills area and has been touring properties, including a $68 million mansion in LA, accompanied by her child, Emme, and a real estate agent.
The couple's decision to pursue separate summer plans has only added to the speculation. They marked their two-year wedding anniversary apart in July, a significant milestone that they chose not to celebrate together. Despite the rumors and public scrutiny, Lopez and Affleck have not yet made an official announcement regarding their relationship status.
Sources suggest that the couple is taking their time to ensure a seamless transition, particularly for their children. "Neither of them want this process to be rushed. They are treating the separation with as much grace, understanding, and gentleness as they can," a source told Entertainment Tonight. The couple is reportedly focused on ensuring that their five children are comfortable with the transition.
Affleck has three children-Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12-from his previous marriage to Jennifer Garner, while Lopez has twins, Max and Emme, 16, from her former marriage to Marc Anthony.
Adding to the drama, convicted felon Suge Knight recently claimed that compromising videos obtained during FBI raids on Diddy's homes played a role in the breakdown of Lopez and Affleck's marriage. Knight alleged that these videos, which purportedly showed Lopez in compromising situations, were shown to Affleck, contributing to his decision to end the marriage.
Despite these allegations, neither Lopez nor Affleck has commented publicly on the matter. Instead, they have continued to focus on their respective careers and personal projects. Lopez canceled her summer concert tour to spend more time with her family and is producing a series adaptation of Emily Henry's novel "Happy Place" for Netflix. She also has upcoming movie roles in "Unstoppable," premiering at the Toronto International Film Festival, and the musical "Kiss of the Spider Woman," both produced by Affleck's company, Artists Equity.
Affleck, meanwhile, recently wrapped filming "The Accountant 2," a sequel to his 2016 action film, and is set to team up with Matt Damon for the Netflix crime thriller "RIP."
