Hollywood power couple Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have officially filed for divorce after two years of marriage, confirming the relentless rumors that have plagued their relationship. Fox News exclusively obtained documents revealing that Lopez filed for the dissolution of their marriage on Tuesday in Los Angeles County Superior Court, coincidentally marking the two-year anniversary of their lavish Georgia wedding.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's once-rekindled romance has come to an abrupt end, as evidenced by the divorce documents obtained by Fox News Digital. Lopez's filing in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Tuesday initiates the dissolution of their marriage, which was solemnized two years prior in a grand ceremony at Affleck's Georgia mansion.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Marriage Ends After Two Years Amidst Persistent Rumors
Rumors of a split have cast a long shadow over the high-profile couple for months, with sources revealing in June that the pair had been living separately while attempting to sell their Beverly Hills mansion. Affleck was reportedly residing in a nearby rental property, adding fuel to speculation about their marital woes.
"He started moving out a while ago," a source confided to Fox News Digital at the time. "The marriage is completely over, and Jennifer is heartbroken. She loves love and wanted this to work so badly."
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Marriage Ends After Two Years Amidst Persistent Rumors
Amidst his personal turmoil, Affleck reportedly maintained his focus on his professional endeavors, immersing himself in projects and devoting significant time to his company, Artists Equity. His dedication to acting, directing, and producing served as a distraction from the challenges in his personal life.
Lopez and Affleck first exchanged vows in a surprise Las Vegas wedding in 2022, 20 years after calling off their initial engagement. Court documents indicate that Lopez requested a "new name" on their marriage certificate filing, having legally adopted her husband's surname and becoming Jennifer Lynn Affleck.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Marriage Ends After Two Years Amidst Persistent Rumors
A month later, the couple celebrated their nuptials with a backyard ceremony at Affleck's Georgia estate, attended by their children from previous relationships. Lopez's twins with Marc Anthony, Max and Emme, and Affleck's children with Jennifer Garner, Violet, Seraphina, and Sam, witnessed their union.
The couple's love story began on the set of "Gigli" in 2002, leading to a highly publicized engagement and plans to wed in 2003. However, the wedding was postponed and eventually canceled in 2004.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Marriage Ends After Two Years Amidst Persistent Rumors
Both Lopez and Affleck moved on, marrying other individuals, but fate brought them together again in 2021. Affleck's proposal to Lopez while she was taking a bath rekindled their romance, culminating in their second marriage.
Lopez has been married three times prior to Affleck, to Ojani Noa from 1997-98, Cris Judd from 2001-03, and Marc Anthony from 2004-16. She shared twins with Anthony before their separation in 2011 and divorce in 2014.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Marriage Ends After Two Years Amidst Persistent Rumors
Affleck was married to Jennifer Garner from 2005-18, with whom he had three children before their divorce was finalized. Rumors of an affair between Affleck and Lopez while he was still with Garner emerged in 2015, but they were never confirmed.
The "Bennifer" reunion sparked excitement among fans, but the persistent rumors of marital issues have overshadowed their rekindled romance. The filing of divorce papers officially confirms the end of their second attempt at marriage, leaving their future as a couple uncertain.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's Marriage Ends After Two Years Amidst Persistent Rumors
