Ben Affleck shares feelings after Jennifer Lopez divorce, as both celebrities move forward with their lives after finalizing their split in 2024. With Affleck addressing rumors and Lopez confirming she is content being single, the former couple is now immersed in new projects and personal growth.
Jennifer Lopez Expresses Contentment Following Split
Jennifer Lopez has clarified the state of her personal life in the wake of her divorce from Ben Affleck, marking a new chapter for the couple after two years of marriage. In August 2024, the actress filed for divorce on their anniversary, ending a relationship that had been under public scrutiny due to ongoing speculation and rumors.
Addressing recent reports that linked her to various high-profile personalities, including Kevin Costner, Lopez made it clear she is not interested in pursuing a new relationship. Her statement after hosting the 2025 American Music Awards reflected her newfound happiness and independence.
“I said, ‘Girl, I’m not looking for no man.’ I’m happy right now. I’m not trying to ruin it.”
– Jennifer Lopez
Both parties finalized their divorce at the beginning of the year, and Affleck has publicly stated through GQ Magazine there was no scandal involved. The reasons for their separation, officially cited as irreconcilable differences, have not deterred either from focusing on positivity moving forward.
Lopez Looks Forward to Summer and Touring
In interviews following the divorce, Lopez expressed her excitement for the upcoming summer, signaling that she is focused on celebrating her freedom and happiness. She told People Magazine about her readiness to hit the road again for the
“Up All Night: Live in 2025”
tour, featuring international stops in Europe and Asia.
Before her tour begins in July, Lopez will headline the World Pride Music Festival, taking place from June 6–7. Embracing her single status, she shared how she intends to revel in this period of personal strength.
“It seems like a perfect summer to celebrate being free and being happy,”
the actress said.
“Just everything in my life right now just feels really healthy and good.”
– Jennifer Lopez
“I’m ready to get out there and make people sing and dance and have a good time. That’s always my goal,”
she added. – Jennifer Lopez
Both Stars Turn to Work for Healing
A shared commitment to their careers is helping both Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck manage the emotional aftermath of their breakup. According to sources close to the couple reported by Daily Mail, immersive work schedules serve as an effective distraction from the sadness of their separation.
Affleck is engaged in projects such as “The Accountant 2” and “Animals,” continuing his dedication to film. Lopez remains equally active, having headlined events like the 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and the recent American Music Awards. She is also busy filming “Office Romance” and preparing for her summer tour, keeping her focus set firmly on her artistic pursuits.
“They are both sad that the marriage did not work out,”
the insider said.
“Instead of crying over it, however, they are working their hearts out. They love being busy with solid projects.”
– Insider
“They want more successes, more hit films, more awards,”
the source added. – Insider
Affleck Offers Perspective on the Breakup
Ben Affleck has taken the opportunity to directly address public speculation regarding his divorce from Jennifer Lopez. In a candid interview with GQ Magazine, the “Argo” star acknowledged the relentless search for reasons behind celebrity breakups but insisted the split was not rooted in drama.
“There’s a tendency to look at breakups and want to identify root causes or something. But honestly … the truth is much more quotidian than probably people would believe or would be interesting,”
Affleck noted. – Ben Affleck
“There’s no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue. The truth is, when you talk to somebody, ‘Hey, what happened?’ Well, there is no, ‘This is what happened.’”
– Ben Affleck
He pointed out differences in personality between himself and Lopez, noting that their opposing attitudes toward privacy were not a major factor in the decision to part ways.
“My temperament is to be a little bit more reserved and private than hers. As happens in relationships, you don’t always have the same attitude towards these things,”
Affleck told the publication. – Ben Affleck
“I think it’s important to say that wasn’t the cause of some major fracture,”
he added. – Ben Affleck
Lopez Admits to Difficult Emotions After the Split
Before Affleck broke his silence, Jennifer Lopez openly discussed the emotional toll the divorce took on her. Speaking to Interview Magazine, she described the pain and loneliness she felt during the process, candidly labeling the experience as very challenging.
“It feels lonely, unfamiliar, scary. It feels sad. It feels desperate,”
Lopez said. – Jennifer Lopez
She went on to reflect on her newfound self-sufficiency and resilience through these hardships.
“But when you sit in those feelings and go, ‘These things are not going to kill me, it’s like actually, I am capable of joy and happiness all by myself. Being in a relationship doesn’t define me. I can’t be looking for happiness in other people. I have to have happiness within myself.”
– Jennifer Lopez
Lopez also emphasized that, despite the challenges, she has no regrets about ending her marriage, seeing it as an essential step in her personal journey.
Looking Ahead: New Beginnings and Focus on Growth
Both Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck appear determined to move past their failed marriage by investing in their passions and reclaiming their sense of purpose. With major projects on the horizon and a strong commitment to their individual happiness, the duo illustrate how two people can navigate heartbreak while maintaining optimism for the future. Their openness may also encourage others facing similar struggles to embrace growth and self-reliance.
