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Ben Affleck Praises Jennifer Lopez, Dismisses Discord Rumors Amidst New Film Premiere
Hollywood star Ben Affleck has refuted claims of strained relations with his former spouse, Jennifer Lopez. Speaking at the red carpet premiere of his latest action film, The Accountant 2, Affleck lauded the pop icon as “spectacular” and affirmed their positive family dynamic, highlighting her close relationship with his children. This public declaration comes amidst ongoing media speculation regarding their personal lives.
Affleck Addresses Lopez Relationship at ‘The Accountant 2’ Premiere
During Wednesday’s premiere of The Accountant 2, the Academy Award-winning actor addressed swirling rumors head-on. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Affleck unequivocally stated his admiration for Lopez.
“Jennifer Lopez is Spectacular,” Declares Affleck
“For the record, Jennifer Lopez is spectacular,” Affleck clarified. “Great to my kids, great ongoing relationship with them. I love her kids. They’re wonderful. She’s an enormously important, tremendous person of a lot of integrity who I adore and am grateful to.”
Affleck further emphasized the blended family’s harmony by mentioning that Lopez’s 17-year-old twins, Max and Emme, accompanied him to the premiere. They joined Affleck’s children from his previous marriage to Jennifer Garner: Violet, 19, Seraphina, 16, and Samuel, 13.
A Family Affair: Kids Join Affleck at Film Premiere
“It’s a great night. The kids are here, Jen’s kids are here. I’m very, very excited,” Affleck told the news outlet. “I’m proud of the movie, I love the movie, and I love when all the kids come out. It’s really fun, it’s exciting.”
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He elaborated on the significance of these family connections, saying, “I’m thrilled that the kids are here with me. The relationships that you can have with children like that, it’s the joy of my life. And those kids are amazing, and I’m glad that this is a movie they want to come to.”
Notably, none of the children were photographed on the red carpet during the event.
Jennifer Lopez’s Busy Schedule: Filming and International Concerts
Meanwhile, Jennifer Lopez has been engaged in filming her upcoming movie Office Romance in New Jersey. She is also scheduled to travel to Saudi Arabia imminently for a concert performance.
Saudi Arabia Concert and Formula 1 Performance
Lopez has promoted her upcoming performance in the Middle East this Saturday, promising an “unforgettable” evening of her popular songs. Furthermore, she is slated to headline the 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend in Jeddah on April 19. This will mark her return to Formula 1 event performances after 11 years, her last being at the 2014 Singapore Grand Prix. She will share the stage with artists Party Next Door, Major Lazer, and Usher.
The Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is scheduled to take place at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit from April 18-20, 2025.
Lopez’s Multifaceted Career in 2024-2025
Lopez maintains a demanding schedule in 2024 and 2025. In addition to filming Office Romance in Brooklyn and her planned Saudi Arabia concert, she is also expected to perform at a Pride concert in June and has tour dates scheduled throughout the summer of 2025.
Coping with Marital Separation Through Work
Recent reports suggest that both Affleck and Lopez are focusing on their professional commitments to navigate the emotional challenges of their recent marital separation. Sources indicate that despite finalizing their divorce four months prior and appearing to be single, both stars are channeling their energy into their careers.
DailyMail.com reported that sources revealed both Affleck and Lopez are dealing with the “heartbreak of their marital failure” by immersing themselves in work.
“They are both sad that the marriage did not work out,” an insider told DailyMail.com. “Instead of crying over it, however, they are working their hearts out. They love being busy with solid projects.”
A driving force for their dedication is ambition. “They want more successes, more hit films, more awards.”
Upcoming Projects: Tours and New Films
Lopez recently announced rescheduled dates for her summer tour. Affleck was recently photographed filming his new movie Animals in Los Angeles.
Sources also clarified that neither Affleck nor Lopez is currently involved in new romantic relationships, despite observations of Lopez appearing friendly with her Office Romance co-star Brett Goldstein.
Ben Affleck Takes Over Lead Role in ‘Animals’
In project updates, it has been reported that Affleck has replaced his longtime friend Matt Damon in the forthcoming Netflix film, Animals, after Damon stepped down from the leading role. Damon will remain involved in the project behind the scenes as a producer alongside Affleck and Dani Bernfeld under their Artists Equity banner. The screenplay is authored by Connor McIntyre and Billy Ray, known for Captain Phillips.
Scheduling Conflicts for Matt Damon
Damon’s departure from the lead role is attributed to scheduling conflicts, reportedly due to his commitments to Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey.
‘Animals’ Production and Cast
Production for Animals commenced in April in Los Angeles. Gillian Anderson has also been announced as a cast member, adding further star power to the thriller project. While plot specifics for Animals remain largely undisclosed, the film is described as a thriller centered around a kidnapping.