Jennifer Lopez Responds to Ben Affleck’s Praise During Divorce

Jennifer Lopez Responds to Ben Affleck’s ‘Spectacular’ Compliment Amid Divorce

Jennifer Lopez is firing back with gratitude after her estranged husband, Ben Affleck, recently lauded her talents. The 55-year-old star is currently featured in the boxing drama “Unstoppable,” a film backed by Affleck and his long-time friend Matt Damon. During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Affleck, 52, hailed Lopez’s performance in the film as “spectacular.”

At the U.K. premiere of “Unstoppable” on November 5, Lopez was asked about Affleck’s praise. She responded, “I would describe all of the cast and everybody behind the scenes as spectacular and wonderful.”

Despite their ongoing divorce proceedings, Lopez and Affleck’s professional paths remain interconnected. Lopez plays a significant role in “Unstoppable,” an Amazon MGM Studios project produced by Affleck’s company, Artists Equity. Filming concluded in January, and the movie is helmed by director William Goldenberg, a seasoned editor making his directorial debut with this film.

In a conversation with Entertainment Tonight from November 3, Affleck spoke about the positive early reviews for “Unstoppable,” contrasting it with his recent work in “Small Things Like These,” which features actor Cillian Murphy. He praised the passionate dedication of the film’s cast, including Lopez, stating, “Jennifer is spectacular.”

The mutual admiration follows a turbulent time for the former couple. Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck on August 20 after two years of marriage, citing their date of separation as April 26, mere months before their second wedding anniversary.

Lopez, whose relationship with Affleck rekindled a long-dormant romance, first engaged the public’s attention back in 2002 during the filming of “Gigli.” Their romantic journey bore witness to Lopez’s 2002 hit “Dear Ben,” and their decades-long connection has remained a topic of interest.

Following her challenging year, Lopez reflected on her experiences in a conversation with Nikki Glaser for Interview Magazine. She candidly stated, “I think my whole life I’ve just been trying to say I’m good enough… give yourself a bit of comfort and love.”

As she navigates her separation, sources reveal that Lopez is focusing on self-discovery and personal growth during this chapter of her life. “Jen wants to take some time to be single and find herself again,” a source disclosed regarding her current journey.

While the term “Bennifer” evokes memories of early 2000s nostalgia, Lopez and Affleck’s renewed love story has sparked a fresh wave of public interest, proving that some connections are simply timeless.