Jennifer Lopez is grappling with profound emotional strain following her recent divorce from Ben Affleck, according to sources close to the pop star. The 55-year-old singer and actress filed for divorce from the Oscar-winning filmmaker on August 20, marking the end of their two-year marriage. Despite initial hopes for reconciliation, Lopez has been deeply affected by the separation, which has left her "upset and disappointed" with Affleck, 52.
Lopez's decision to file for divorce came after a period of increasing speculation about their relationship. The couple, who rekindled their romance in 2021 after a previous engagement in the early 2000s, had initially eloped in Las Vegas in July 2022 before hosting a formal wedding ceremony in Georgia. However, their happiness was short-lived, culminating in their separation, officially dated back to April 26-the second anniversary of their Georgia wedding.
"It's really hit her hard," a source told People magazine, describing Lopez's emotional state. The insider noted that the divorce has been particularly painful for the singer, who had not anticipated the relationship ending. "She's very upset and disappointed with Ben," the source added.
Lopez's distress is compounded by her current living situation. The couple had purchased a lavish $60 million Beverly Hills mansion in May 2023, which Lopez now finds overwhelming. "She and Ben bought the house for the whole family," the source said. "It's way too big for her and filled with too many memories as well." The property, intended to accommodate their blended family, has instead become a painful reminder of what has been lost.
Despite the significant upheaval, Lopez has not been publicly visible since the divorce announcement. In contrast, Affleck has been spotted enjoying outings around Los Angeles. The actor, seen dining with friends including Matt Damon, appears to be managing well, with sources indicating that he remains focused and is "doing well" amid the separation.
In a notable move, Lopez filed her divorce paperwork without legal representation, a step that a legal expert suggested might indicate a desire to expedite the process and move forward. "She didn't want a divorce. She wanted to figure things out," the expert noted.
Lopez's children from her previous marriage to Marc Anthony-16-year-old twins Max and Emme-are also affected by the separation. Affleck's children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner-Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12-were part of the blended family dynamic that the couple had hoped to nurture.
Amid the turmoil, Lopez is reported to be feeling a mix of relief and sadness. "It's been incredibly difficult for her that Ben chose to pull away from their marriage and move on with his life, leaving her behind," a separate source revealed. "Jennifer is not the type to just give up. It's been almost torture for her to wait around."
