Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have settled their divorce. Their separation marks the end of one of Hollywood’s most publicized relationships of the decade.
The 52-year-old Hollywood star tied the knot with the “Jenny from the Block” hitmaker, 55, in 2022 but they called it quits in 2024 and now TMZ has reported that their marriage will “officially” be over by March. The swift resolution of their divorce proceedings is notable, as celebrity divorces typically take several months to years to finalize.
According to the outlet, each party will “walk away with what they individually acquired during the marriage,” meaning that each will keep whatever they earned during the production of their respective film projects while they were husband and wife. Industry experts estimate their combined earnings during the marriage period exceeded $150 million.
Meanwhile, Affleck will “keep his stake in his production company Artists Equity” which he founded in 2022 along with fellow actor Matt Damon, and has been responsible for films such as The Instigators and The Accountant 2 among others. The production company has already secured several high-profile projects for the upcoming year.
During their marriage, Lopez worked on films such as Shotgun Wedding and The Mother, and she also released her ninth studio album This Is Me… Now. The album, which debuted in the Billboard Top 10, was inspired by her relationship with Affleck.
The couple have also reached a settlement regarding their $61 million mansion, but specific details on that are being kept confidential. The property, featuring state-of-the-art security systems and luxury amenities, was purchased shortly after their wedding.
Legal documents seen by the outlet also reveal that Jennifer intends to return to her maiden name of Jennifer Lynn Lopez. This decision follows her pattern from previous marriages, maintaining her professional identity as “J.Lo.”
Lopez filed for divorce on Aug. 20 — the date of their second wedding anniversary — but a new report suggests the pair want to continue being a part of each other’s lives for the sake of their families. Sources close to the couple indicate they’ve maintained a respectful relationship throughout the proceedings.
“They have every intention of continuing to be in each other’s lives despite not being romantically involved,” a source told New York Post column PageSix. The amicable nature of their split has been praised by relationship experts as a model for conscious uncoupling.
“Ben and Jennifer are still connected and they do communicate when it involves their kids.” Their commitment to co-parenting reflects a growing trend among celebrity couples prioritizing children’s wellbeing post-divorce.
Affleck is dad to Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12, from his marriage to Jennifer Garner while Lopez is mother to 16-year-old twins Emme and Max with ex, Marc Anthony. The blended family had often been spotted together at various events during Affleck and Lopez’s marriage.
The dissolution of their marriage comes after what many considered a fairytale reunion, as the couple had previously dated in the early 2000s, earning the nickname “Bennifer.” Their 2022 wedding had garnered massive media attention, with multiple ceremonies including an intimate Las Vegas ceremony and a larger celebration at Affleck’s Georgia estate.
Throughout their marriage, both stars continued their successful careers, with Affleck directing several projects and Lopez maintaining her status as a multi-hyphenate entertainer. Their professional commitments often meant spending time apart, with sources suggesting this may have contributed to their separation.
Despite the end of their romantic relationship, both stars are expected to maintain their busy professional schedules. Affleck has several directing projects in development, while Lopez continues to expand her entertainment and business empire, which includes music, films, and her successful beauty line.
