Ben Affleck is doing his best to put his split from Jennifer Lopez behind him, but according to insiders, his ex isn’t making it easy. The Gone Girl actor, 52, is reportedly growing frustrated with Lopez’s repeated public references to their failed marriage, feeling it’s keeping them stuck in the past.
Since their highly publicized breakup in 2024, Lopez, 55, has dropped several not-so-subtle hints about the end of their relationship. From interviews discussing her world “exploding” to cryptic social media posts about self-love, the singer has made it clear she’s reclaiming her narrative. But for Affleck, it’s starting to feel like a high school breakup drama.
“He finds it annoying as hell,” a source revealed. “He never wanted to hurt J.Lo, but these public digs and girl-power posts make it so much harder to move on.”
Bennifer’s Rocky Road to Splitsville
Affleck and Lopez’s relationship has always been a rollercoaster. After first calling off their engagement in 2004, they rekindled their romance two decades later, only to separate again after just two years of marriage. While their split seemed amicable at first, Lopez has been open about her struggles post-breakup.
In an interview months after their separation, she admitted her “whole f**king world exploded” but later insisted being alone was exactly what she needed. Then, in January, she referenced “challenging relationships,” further fueling speculation that her comments were aimed at Affleck. By Valentine’s Day, she posted a celebratory message about self-love, which some interpreted as another dig at her ex.
“Ben is rolling his eyes at all of it,” the insider continued. “He gets that breakups are tough, but he doesn’t understand why it has to play out so publicly.”
Ben Affleck Focuses on Moving Forward
Despite the ongoing public attention, Affleck is determined to move forward. The Argo director has been focusing on work and spending time with his children from his previous marriage to Jennifer Garner.
“He’s trying to keep things as private as possible,” the source added. “The last thing he wants is a back-and-forth in the media.”
While Lopez appears to be embracing the single life with empowerment messages, Affleck is taking a different approach. He’s ready to close the chapter and move on—but whether Lopez will let him do so quietly remains to be seen.
Jaja has a degree in journalism and took classes in international law and business communication. Jaja’s career spans roles at prominent international media outlets, including Business Times and Brigada. As a news editor, she covered a wide range of beats, including business, economy, cryptocurrency, and personal finance. Additionally, she has successfully managed teams of writers producing content on gaming, technology, and entertainment.
Discover more from Today's Esquire
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.