Amidst swirling divorce rumors, it has been reported that Ben Affleck recently missed Jennifer Lopez’s birthday celebration. According to People, the “Gone Girl” star was notably absent from Lopez’s Bridgerton-themed birthday party, which was held in the Hamptons on Saturday.
Jennifer Lopez’s Continued Birthday Celebrations Without Ben
The celebrations for Lopez’s 55th birthday extended into Sunday, with the actress hosting a family lunch. However, Ben Affleck was not present at this event either. Page Six reported that Lopez became emotional during her birthday party, sharing stories about her past.
The Genesis of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez Divorce Rumors
Divorce rumors between Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez first surfaced in May of this year. A report by In Touch Weekly claimed that the couple had separated due to irreconcilable differences, stating that “she can’t control him, and he can’t change her.” Subsequent reports by Us Weekly suggested that financial disagreements were a significant source of tension, with JLo’s intense focus on her career leaving Ben feeling neglected. The couple is reportedly living separately now.
Ben Affleck’s Emotional State Amid Divorce Rumors
Last week, Ok Magazine reported that Ben Affleck is feeling “upset and depressed” about the alleged ongoing divorce. The outlet claimed that Affleck once viewed Lopez as his “dream woman” and is heartbroken over their separation. An insider stated, “Jennifer was Ben’s dream woman. It was a drama all the time. He’s feeling down about it and is upset and depressed that it didn’t work out. Even though he knows ending it is the right thing to do.”
The Strain on Ben and Jennifer’s Relationship
The insider further explained that the couple has faced challenges due to their differing personalities and busy schedules. “They have gone through phases where things haven’t been as great between them due to their different personalities and not getting enough time together. They’re not always on the same page. They both have so much going on between taking care of their families and their work commitments and it can be a lot for them,” the source added.
No Official Statements from Ben Affleck or Jennifer Lopez
Despite the ongoing rumors, neither Ben Affleck nor Jennifer Lopez have publicly commented on their alleged divorce. In fact, Jennifer recently paid a heartfelt tribute to Ben on Father’s Day. She shared a throwback black-and-white photo of Ben in a leather jacket on her Instagram story, referring to him as “our hero” and adding a white heart emoji to her caption.