Jennifer Lopez files for divorce with Ben Affleck on their second marriage anniversary

Lopez filed for divorce on Tuesday, August 20, in L.A. County Superior Court, citing an official separation date of April 26.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have announced their divorce after just over two years of marriage. The news, confirmed by Variety, comes as a shock to the fans who had closely followed their rekindled romance and subsequent nuptials. Lopez filed for divorce on Tuesday, August 20, in L.A. County Superior Court, citing an official separation date of April 26. The couple had initially married in a private ceremony in Las Vegas in July 2022, marking a reunion of their once-famed relationship from the early 2000s, famously dubbed "Bennifer."

Jennifer Lopez files for divorce with Ben Affleck on their second marriage anniversary

To solidify their commitment, Lopez and Affleck held a grand wedding celebration in Georgia on August 20, 2022, exactly two years ago. Their journey together was marked by both professional and personal milestones. They collaborated on two films, the critically acclaimed romantic caper Gigli in 2003 and the comedy Jersey Girl in 2004. However, their initial engagement ended before Jersey Girl hit theaters, leading them down separate paths.

In the intervening years, both Lopez and Affleck married and divorced other partners. Lopez tied the knot with Marc Anthony, while Affleck wed Jennifer Garner. Her album This Is Me ... Now, a sequel to her 2002 album This Is Me ... Then, served as a reflection on her relationship with Affleck. The accompanying film, This Is Me ... Now: A Love Story, featured Affleck in a cameo appearance, playing a jaded anchorman.

Throughout their second relationship and marriage, Lopez and Affleck were a constant presence on the red carpet, supporting each other's projects and attending events together. They made headlines at the Golden Globes earlier this year.

However, in May, Lopez made the unexpected decision to cancel her summer This Is Me... Now tour, citing the need to spend time with her children, family, and close friends. While the reasons behind her decision remained private, it hinted at potential challenges within their relationship.