Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are proving that the end of a marriage doesn’t mean the end of a connection. The former couple, who filed for divorce in August 2024, continues to maintain a strong bond focused on their blended family.
“They have every intention of continuing to be in each other’s lives despite not being romantically involved,” a source revealed to Page Six. “Ben and Jennifer are still connected and they do communicate when it involves their kids.”
The pair’s commitment to maintaining an amicable relationship is evident in their recent public appearances. On December 13, 2024, Lopez and Affleck joined Jennifer Garner at their children’s school play in Los Angeles, California, demonstrating their dedication to co-parenting. Lopez was seen waiting with a bouquet of flowers for her daughter Emme, highlighting the ongoing closeness between the blended families.
“Obviously things haven’t been the same, but they have a lot of history,” the source added. “They have a mutual respect for one another, which is not something that goes away.”
Recent changes in their living arrangements reflect their evolving relationship status. Lopez has listed her Bel Air mansion for sale, a property she purchased for $28 million in 2016. The estate, which spans over 14,000 square feet, features nine bedrooms, 13 bathrooms, and includes an infinity pool, putting green, and amphitheater. Lopez recently reduced the asking price to $34 million after initially listing it at $42.5 million.
Meanwhile, Affleck has purchased a new $20 million mansion in Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, establishing what sources describe as an “open-door policy” for all the children involved. This arrangement ensures that Lopez’s children, Emme and Max, continue to feel welcomed and cherished, regardless of the changes in their parents’ relationship status. The seven-bedroom residence includes a pool, home theater, and wine cellar.
The former couple’s children remain a central focus of their relationship. Affleck’s younger children Seraphina and Samuel, along with Lopez’s twins Emme and Max, attend the same school, naturally bringing the parents together regularly. Affleck’s oldest daughter Violet, who is currently in college, has maintained a close relationship with Lopez after the separation.
Despite their divorce proceedings, both stars have maintained busy professional schedules. Lopez recently released her new album “This Is Me… Now” and its companion piece, a film of the same name. The project, which chronicles her journey of self-discovery, was completed just before their separation. Affleck has been focusing on his directing career, working on several upcoming projects in Hollywood.
“Ben and Jennifer remain amicable whenever they do see each other,” the source noted. “They’re still close with each other’s children, and even though they don’t have a co-parenting type of relationship, they still feel like a blended family in a lot of ways.”
Lopez has been open about her personal journey through the divorce. While acknowledging that the split “almost took her out for good,” she views it as part of a necessary process of self-discovery. The singer-actress spent time away from Los Angeles during the summer of 2024, focusing on herself and enjoying time with friends and family.
The divorce proceedings, initiated in August 2024, require both parties to share detailed financial information, including current income, expenses, properties, and debts with the court. The formal process began with Lopez citing April 2024 as the date of separation. Their divorce has garnered attention due to the absence of a prenuptial agreement and the significant disparity in their net worth, with Lopez’s fortune substantially exceeding Affleck’s.
Recent sightings of the former couple have sparked public interest, including photographs of them appearing to hold hands and share a brief kiss. However, sources close to both parties have confirmed that the divorce is proceeding as planned, with the couple working out financial details amicably.