In a surprising twist amidst their ongoing divorce, Ben Affleck has expressed nothing but admiration for his estranged wife, Jennifer Lopez.
This heartfelt acknowledgment comes just months after Lopez filed for divorce following two years of marriage, leaving fans curious about the state of their relationship.
During a recent interview with Matt Damon for Entertainment Tonight, Affleck took the opportunity to highlight Lopez’s impressive contributions to her upcoming film, “Unstoppable,” which he produced.
His comments suggest that despite their personal challenges, there is still a deep respect between the two stars.
The discussion began when the interviewer asked Affleck to draw comparisons between “Unstoppable” and another project he’s involved with, “Small Things Like These,” featuring Oscar winner Cillian Murphy.
Both films are under the banner of Artists’ Equity, the production company co-founded by Affleck and Damon in 2022.
Affleck remarked, “‘Unstoppable’ is a very different movie than this, but in a way, it’s similarly rooted in the passion of really talented artists.”
He emphasized the dedication of the film’s team, including director Billy Goldenberg, Lopez, Don Cheadle, Harold Jerome, and Bobby Cannaval, all of whom poured their hearts into the project.
He didn’t hold back when praising Lopez, declaring, “‘Jennifer’ is spectacular.”
Such words paint a picture of a man who, despite the divorce proceedings, continues to hold his ex-wife in high regard.
Their relationship, once one of Hollywood’s most talked-about romances, has certainly had its ups and downs.
Affleck and Lopez first captured public attention in the early 2000s, becoming a power couple that fans adored.
However, their love story took a turn in 2004 when they decided to part ways.
Nearly two decades later, they reignited their romance and tied the knot in 2022, only for Lopez to file for divorce in August 2024.
Both Affleck and Lopez have navigated their fair share of relationships prior to their union.
Affleck was previously married to Jennifer Garner from 2005 until their divorce in 2018, with whom he shares three children.
Meanwhile, Lopez has had three marriages under her belt, including her union with singer Marc Anthony, with whom she shares twins.
Their romantic history is a tapestry of love, heartbreak, and resilience.