Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage has been the subject of speculation, with reports suggesting that the couple may be living separately after tying the knot in 2022. The A-listers had not been photographed together since March, until they reunited to attend Affleck’s child’s school play. During a press conference in Mexico for her new Netflix film Atlas, Lopez was asked to comment on the rumors of their split. Lopez responded by saying, “You know better than that,” and her co-star, Simu Liu, defended her, asking the reporter to refrain from such questions.
A video of the exchange went viral, with many people applauding Lopez for shutting down the reporter and defending her privacy. Some social media users criticized the reporter for asking such a personal question during a press junket, while others commented on the complexity of the situation. Despite Lopez not confirming the rumors, some viewers interpreted her response as confirmation of the split, citing her refusal to address the question directly as evidence.
Amid the speculation, Lopez appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! where she shared a story about the first engagement ring she received from Affleck in the early 2000s. She recalled a moment when Barbra Streisand commented on her ring, prompting Lopez to reflect on the significance of the jewelry given to her by her then-fiancé. Affleck had gifted her a 6.1-carat pink diamond for their first engagement, and when he proposed for the second time nearly 20 years later, he presented her with an 8.5-carat ring with a green diamond stone and an engraved message.
While the rumors of Lopez and Affleck’s split continue to circulate, the couple has not officially confirmed their marital status. Fans and critics alike have weighed in on the situation, with some defending Lopez’s right to privacy and others interpreting her response as a tacit acknowledgment of the rumors. Lopez’s handling of the situation at the press conference and her reminiscence about her engagement ring have sparked further speculation about the state of her relationship with Affleck. As the couple navigates the public scrutiny of their personal lives, their fans remain curious about the future of their romance.
