Although he is a producer on “Unstoppable,” Ben Affleck chose not to attend the Toronto Film Festival premiere of the picture, which stars ex-Jennifer Lopez.
In contrast, Matt Damon, who is not only a producer on the picture but also Affleck's pal, outdid his longtime friend by showing up to the premiere and even holding hands with Jennifer while they conversed at the after-party.
Ben was conspicuously absent from the festival, despite its critical importance in generating awareness for upcoming autumn pictures and establishing their Oscar chances. At the same time, the "Hustlers" star was killing it in a silver dress that exposed all sorts of flesh.
This was the most recent in a string of nasty kiss-offs the “Gone Girl” actor had with his ex, who he had previously avoided attending the premiere. Even as Ben vacated their $68 million mansion this spring, Jennifer remained hopelessly in love with him and believed they could mend their relationship.
However, an unnamed source told The National Enquirer that Jennifer now views Ben's decision to reconcile with her in 2021 as "temporary insanity." Then, on her birthday, he committed one more act of outrageousness by purchasing a brand new $20 million bachelor apartment.
“Ben’s decision to move into his own home is the final insult,” the anonymous insider revealed to the entertainment news outlet.
Meanwhile, after splitting up with Jennifer, Ben is under a lot of strain. Issues between the ex-couple may arise shortly because to the singer's unprotected divorce filing from Ben. Neither Jennifer nor Ben had legal representation prior to the filing of their divorce papers.
“Because there’s no prenup, the divorce, and how smoothly it goes, is going to depend on them playing nice. Which means Ben’s got no choice but to try and be as civilized with J. Lo as possible,” an undisclosed informant told OK! Magazine.
This tipster said that Jennifer is "merciful" with Ben and that he must "behave the way she wants" or else "she'll sink her fangs in and make it all that much more miserable."
The fact that "he can't risk p***ing J.Lo off" is preventing the “Batman” actor from "having fun" because to the obligation to perform in a specific way, it was claimed.
Moles suggested that Ben has expressed his dissatisfaction with Jennifer’s continued power over him, relating it to his previous gripe about "how controlling she was."
The tattler claimed that this is the “last thing he needs" and is eager to get done with the divorce so “get out there and start having fun again."
Business Times has reached out to Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez for comments.
