Jennifer Lopez is grappling with a wave of emotions following her recent divorce from Ben Affleck.
The news broke when Lopez filed for divorce on August 20, coinciding with what would have been their second wedding anniversary in Georgia.
This marks a significant turning point in the couple’s relationship, which had seen its fair share of ups and downs.
Sources close to the situation reveal that Lopez, now 55, is feeling both upset and disappointed with Affleck, who is 52.
The couple had spent much of the summer apart, leading to rampant speculation about their relationship status.
The emotional toll of the separation has been profound, as insiders suggest that the reality of the situation has hit Lopez particularly hard.
The couple purchased a lavish Beverly Hills mansion for $60 million just a few months prior, in May 2023, intending it to be a family home.
However, the size and memories associated with the house have made it an uncomfortable living situation for Lopez.
“It’s very big for her and filled with a lot of memories,” a source explained, hinting at the emotional weight of their shared history.
Lopez’s blended family dynamic adds another layer of complexity to the situation.
Affleck has three children—Violet, 18, Serafina, 15, and Samuel, 12—with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, while Lopez shares twins Max and Emme, both 16, with ex-husband Marc Anthony.
The intertwining of their families was meant to create a beautiful tapestry of relationships, but the current circumstances have left Lopez feeling heartbroken.
Interestingly, Lopez filed her divorce papers in Los Angeles County Superior Court without legal representation.
This move suggests a desire for a swift resolution to her marital woes, as one legal expert noted that it indicates she simply wanted to “get it done and move on.” It seems that the decision to end the marriage was not taken lightly, but rather as a last resort after exhausting efforts to reconcile.
Despite her heartbreak, insiders claim that Lopez is doing her best to navigate this difficult time.
Following the filing, another source indicated that she appears to be finding some comfort in her routine, though she never truly wanted the divorce.
“She wanted to figure things out,” the source added, emphasizing her commitment to the relationship until the very end.