Jennifer Lopez is opening up about her recent divorce from Ben Affleck, describing it as one of the most difficult periods of her life. The couple's divorce was finalized in January 2025, roughly six months after they publicly announced their separation. Lopez filed for divorce in August 2024, a particularly painful time as it coincided with their second wedding anniversary.
In a recent interview with Interview Magazine, Lopez shared the emotional toll the divorce had on her. "It almost took me out for good," she admitted, reflecting on the challenging year she faced. However, she also expressed a sense of resilience, adding, "But now, on the other side of it, I think, 'That's exactly what I needed'".
Lopez is channeling her experiences into her music, turning a raw and personal chapter into a creative outlet. She recently hosted a private listening party in Los Angeles, offering fans a preview of her upcoming international tour. Among the songs was a new track titled "Wreckage of You," which she wrote just two weeks prior. Lopez told attendees that the idea for the song came to her while lying in bed after a long day of rehearsals. The pop ballad reportedly explores the emotional devastation of a relationship while concluding with themes of empowerment and growth.
Despite the emotional clarity Lopez is finding through her music, some practical matters from the divorce remain unresolved. She and Affleck are reportedly still struggling to sell their $60 million Los Angeles mansion, which was initially listed in 2024 but has since been taken off the market.
Looking back, sources suggest that differing lifestyles and approaches to fame contributed to the couple's split. While Lopez has embraced the public eye, Affleck is known to prefer a more private life. This contrast reportedly caused friction, along with their demanding schedules.
The couple's relationship has been a subject of public fascination since the early 2000s. After meeting on the set of "Gigli," they became one of Hollywood's most talked-about couples, only to call off their engagement in 2004, citing the pressures of fame. Two decades later, they rekindled their romance, marrying in July 2022.
Following the divorce, Lopez has legally dropped "Affleck" from her name. Court documents indicate that they settled their divorce through mediation, with neither party paying spousal support. Both will retain assets acquired individually during the marriage. Affleck will keep his stake in Artists Equity, his production company with Matt Damon, and Lopez will retain her $5 million engagement ring.
In an interview with GQ, Affleck addressed the divorce, stating that there was no major scandal or blowout moment that led to the split. He emphasized that it was simply a story of two people trying to figure out their lives and relationships.
Lopez seems focused on moving forward. In a recent interview with Variety, she reflected on past challenging relationships and her focus on holding her family together. She stated that she is not actively seeking a new relationship, embracing her freedom. She also shared that taking time off from public events helped her reconnect with herself and her family.
The divorce was officially finalized on February 20, 2025, after a judge approved their settlement.
