Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s divorce has been finalized, according to court documents obtained by PEOPLE. The legal separation comes 20 weeks after Lopez filed for divorce on August 20, 2024, citing irreconcilable differences. This marks the end of a high-profile relationship that began when the couple rekindled their romance in 2021. They tied the knot in a small Las Vegas ceremony in July 2022, followed by a grand celebration in Georgia the following month.
Lopez filed for divorce exactly two years after their wedding, citing April 26 as their separation date. Despite their public image as a beloved Hollywood couple, the news has attracted attention as it marks the conclusion of their second marriage attempt. Lopez submitted the divorce paperwork without legal representation, requesting no spousal support for either party. She also noted that shared assets and obligations would be addressed later and asked to restore her legal name to Jennifer Lynn Lopez.
Rumors of marital trouble started in May 2024 when the couple was seen less frequently together. Lopez, who promoted her film Atlas, appeared at the Met Gala alone, while Affleck was focused on his work for The Accountant 2 in Los Angeles. Despite some joint appearances, such as family gatherings, the couple spent much of the summer apart. Sources close to Lopez revealed that she had hoped to resolve their issues but ultimately decided the relationship could not be salvaged.
Since the split, Lopez has expressed a sense of independence, stating she is “capable of joy all by myself.” She made her first public appearance post-divorce at the Toronto International Film Festival, while Affleck continues to work on production projects. The two, who share children with previous partners, are reportedly maintaining an amicable relationship after the divorce.
