Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez Face Separation Rumors Amid Solo Appearances at Key Events

In a real-life drama echoing his on-screen roles, Ben Affleck is embroiled in a wave of controversies surrounding his relationship with actor and singer Jennifer Lopez. Speculations about their relationship have intensified, particularly as Affleck has been spotted solo on several occasions, including significant events like his daughter Violet’s high school graduation.

Ben Affleck, known for his roles in films such as “Armageddon,” “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,” and “The Accountant,” was seen without Lopez at Violet’s graduation festivities in Los Angeles. According to a PageSix report, Affleck wore a beige blazer, blue jeans, and boots. His solo appearance at such an important event fueled rumors of a split, which have been circulating for weeks.

Violet, Affleck’s eldest daughter with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, celebrated her high school graduation last week. Affleck and Garner divorced in October 2018 after nearly three years of separation and a decade of marriage. The absence of Lopez at the graduation did not go unnoticed, amplifying speculation about the couple’s current status.

Further fueling these rumors, Affleck was not seen with Lopez at the 2024 Met Gala earlier this month, nor did he attend the premiere of Lopez’s new film, “Atlas.” These high-profile absences have led many to question the state of their marriage. Lopez and Affleck, who rekindled their early 2000s romance in 2021 and married in 2022, are reportedly living separately. According to a People report, a source close to Lopez shared, “They’re still living separately. She’s back in LA for tour rehearsals. She seems okay. She’s very focused on work.”

Lopez, 54, is keeping herself occupied with her career, promoting her film “Atlas,” which launched as the No. 1 movie on Netflix in 55 countries during Memorial Day weekend. Additionally, she is preparing for a North American summer tour beginning June 26 in Orlando. Meanwhile, Affleck, 51, has been filming “The Accountant 2” on the west coast.

In the recent documentary “The Greatest Love Story Never Told,” Affleck candidly discussed his relationship with Lopez, noting, “We are two people with different kinds of approaches trying to learn to compromise.” Despite their differences, Affleck expressed admiration for Lopez’s work ethic and success. However, he acknowledged his discomfort with the openness and promotion that often accompanies Lopez’s projects, a sentiment echoed by a film industry insider.

Affleck and Lopez do not share children together but have a blended family. Lopez has 16-year-old twins, Max and Emme, with ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck has Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12, with Jennifer Garner.

As these rumors continue to swirl, the couple’s future remains uncertain. While Lopez focuses on her burgeoning career, Affleck grapples with maintaining a balance between public life and personal boundaries. The coming months may provide more clarity on the status of “Bennifer” and whether they can navigate the complexities of their high-profile relationship.

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