Jennifer Lopez: A Reflection on Her Breakup with Ben Affleck After Two Years of Marriage
Jennifer Lopez has recently talked about her public divorce from Ben Affleck. The past year has been a rollercoaster for the couple as they dealt with the challenges in their marriage and eventually decided to part ways after two years.
In an interview with Vanity Fair’s Interview Magazine, Lopez shared that she is not actively looking for a new relationship. After ending their marriage, Lopez and Affleck rekindled their romance nearly a decade later.
During the interview, Lopez expressed, “For people who are romantics and enjoy being in relationships and aspire to grow old with someone, we often think, ‘I need that to feel complete and happy.’” Along with her marriage falling apart, Lopez also faced challenges in canceling her This Is Me… Now tour.
Expanding on her comments, the actress-singer said that she doesn’t regret the choices that have led her to where she is today. She admitted, “That doesn’t mean it didn’t almost destroy me. It almost did.”
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Additionally, the Marry Me star mentioned that now that she has found peace in her life, she believes that everything happened for a reason. She also shared that it took her a long time to understand marriage and relationships.
Lopez revealed that from a young age, she struggled with seeking attention, striving for perfection, and feeling like the perpetual middle child, competing for love from her busy parents, the public, and her romantic partners.
Reflecting on her upbringing, Lopez said, “I love my parents, but I can see how their upbringing influenced me.” She added, “You don’t realize it until these patterns start showing up in your adult relationships. ‘Oh, I’m okay with being ignored by this person. I’m okay with being treated this way.’ It has been a journey for me.”
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck got married in July 2022 after dating for a year.
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