After months of rumors and speculation, Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck, citing irreconcilable differences. Sources close to the couple say Lopez is "relieved" after filing, while Affleck has been more reserved.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's tumultuous marriage has come to an end, as Lopez filed for divorce on August 20th, two years after their lavish Georgia wedding ceremony. The split marks the end of a tumultuous relationship that has been plagued by rumors of infidelity and irreconcilable differences.
According to sources close to Lopez, she is "relieved" to have finally put an end to the marriage. The decision to file for divorce was not an easy one, but insiders say that Lopez felt she had no other choice. "It's been incredibly difficult for her that Ben chose to pull away from their marriage and move on with his life, leaving her behind," a source told People magazine.
Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce from Ben Affleck, "Relieved" to End Troubled Marriage
Lopez had reportedly been hoping to save the marriage, but Affleck had made it clear that he was not interested in reconciling. "She didn't want a divorce. She wanted to figure things out. They love each other. Jennifer is not the type to just give up. It's been almost torture for her to wait around," the source added.
Sources also say that Lopez's family and friends support her decision to file for divorce. "She's surrounded by a lot of love and support. She'll be fine. She's strong and always comes out on top," a source said.
Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce from Ben Affleck, "Relieved" to End Troubled Marriage
Lopez's decision to file without an attorney has raised some eyebrows, but sources say that she is confident in her ability to handle the divorce proceedings on her own. Representatives for both Lopez and Affleck have declined to comment on the divorce.
Affleck, on the other hand, seems to be taking the divorce in stride. Sources say that he has been "his usual, high-energetic self" and has been busy with his kids and work. "He started moving out a while ago," a source previously told Fox News Digital. "The marriage is completely over, and Jennifer is heartbroken. She loves love and wanted this to work so badly."
Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce from Ben Affleck, "Relieved" to End Troubled Marriage
The divorce comes after months of rumors surrounding the couple's marriage. Reports of Affleck's infidelity and the couple's growing distance had been circulating for months, and sources say that the couple had been living separate lives for some time.
Lopez and Affleck first met while filming "Gigli" in 2002. The couple planned to marry in 2003 before postponing the wedding. By early 2004, the two had ended their engagement. They rekindled their romance in 2021, shortly after Lopez and MLB star Alex Rodriguez ended their relationship.
Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce from Ben Affleck, "Relieved" to End Troubled Marriage
Lopez and Affleck married in a surprise Las Vegas wedding in 2022, followed by a second ceremony in Georgia a month later. The couple's relationship was constantly in the spotlight, and sources say that the pressure of being in the public eye may have contributed to their divorce.
The divorce is a major blow to Lopez, who has always been vocal about her desire for a lasting marriage. However, sources say that she is determined to move on and focus on her career and her family.
Jennifer Lopez Files for Divorce from Ben Affleck, "Relieved" to End Troubled Marriage
