Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have reached a divorce settlement just four months after Lopez filed to end their two-year marriage, court documents reveal. The agreement includes no request for spousal support from either party.
A Love Story That Spanned Decades
Lopez filed for divorce in August, marking the anniversary of their 2022 Riceboro, Georgia wedding ceremony, which came a month after the couple eloped in Las Vegas. The split followed reports of the pair living separately, Lopez canceling her summer tour to focus on family, and their Beverly Hills home being listed for sale.
The couple’s story dates back more than 20 years, beginning with their meeting on the set of the 2003 comedy Gigli, where they played criminals on a job together. Their on-screen connection blossomed into a real-life romance that captivated fans worldwide.
The Rise and Fall of Bennifer
Affectionately dubbed “Bennifer,” the couple first got engaged in November 2002 when Affleck proposed with a custom 6.1-carat pink diamond ring from Harry Winston. He also starred as Lopez’s love interest in her iconic “Jenny from the Block” music video, which poked fun at the paparazzi frenzy surrounding their relationship.
However, their 2003 wedding was postponed days before the event, with the couple citing “excessive media attention.” By January 2004, they had officially called it quits.
Bennifer 2.0 and the Second Chapter
After nearly two decades apart—during which both married other people and started families—Lopez and Affleck rekindled their romance in 2021, much to the delight of fans. Reflecting on their reunion, Affleck told The Wall Street Journal in December 2021, “My life now reflects not just the person I want to be, but the person I feel I am—imperfect but striving to be honest, authentic, and accountable.”
Their second engagement in 2022 culminated in a lavish Georgia wedding ceremony. However, despite the public enthusiasm for their reconciliation, the couple’s relationship faced challenges that ultimately led to their separation.
Moving Forward
The finalized settlement marks the end of a tumultuous yet iconic relationship that spanned decades, capturing the attention of fans and media alike. Both Lopez and Affleck now look ahead to the next chapters in their lives, leaving behind the story of Bennifer with its unforgettable highs and lows.
