It’s official: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage has come to an end.
On Monday, January 6, reports confirmed that the 55-year-old “Let’s Get Loud” singer and the 52-year-old Argo actor-director had finalized their divorce, nearly five months after Lopez filed for separation in August 2024.
According to court documents obtained by E! News, the former couple agreed uncontested to the terms laid out in Lopez’s initial filing. As part of the settlement, both parties will retain whatever earnings they individually acquired during their two-year marriage. They have also waived any future spousal support.
Another notable detail from the agreement is Lopez’s decision to restore her legal name to “Jennifer Lopez” after changing it to “Jennifer Affleck” following their 2022 wedding.
Lopez officially filed for divorce on August 20, 2024 — exactly two years after the couple’s lavish second wedding at Affleck’s Georgia estate. The filing cited their separation date as April 26, 2024. For those keeping track, the pair had initially tied the knot in a surprise Las Vegas ceremony in July 2022, rekindling their early 2000s romance in a fairy-tale reunion that captivated fans.
Despite the end of their marriage, Lopez and Affleck appear committed to keeping things civil. Just a day before news of their finalized divorce broke, the two were seen spending time together at Affleck’s home with some of their children.
The couple’s relationship was one for the books — from their iconic “Bennifer” days in the early 2000s to their highly publicized reunion and whirlwind marriage two decades later. While their love story may not have had a fairy-tale ending, it’s clear they’re prioritizing a peaceful transition for their blended family.
As Lopez steps into this next chapter with her name — and independence — restored, fans are sure to keep cheering her on. Whether she’s lighting up stages or conquering the big screen, it’s safe to say J.Lo’s next act will be just as bold, glamorous, and inspiring as ever.
