Let’s talk about Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez—two powerhouse celebrities who have been through the ringer in their personal lives. As it stands, they might be living separate lives, but they're not about to cut ties with each other’s kids. An insider exclusively tells Closer that their blended family remains a priority, even as they navigate their own challenges.
Ben's New Home: A Step Forward or Backward?
On July 27, TMZ reported that the Batman actor purchased a stunning new home in Los Angeles for a cool $20 million. Now, here’s the kicker: this home was bought without Jennifer Lopez, the woman he married just last year. Despite the challenges they’ve been facing in their marriage, Ben is making sure their kids feel welcome in this new space. The home, with its five bedrooms, is a testament to his commitment to keeping family bonds strong, even if things between him and J.Lo have hit a rough patch.
The Kids: The Heart of the Matter
Let’s not forget the real stars of this story—the kids. “The biggest casualty of their breakup are the kids, of course,” the insider reveals. Ben’s children, Violet, Fin, and Samuel, have grown to love Jennifer deeply, just as her twins, Emme and Max, adore Ben. The new home, while a practical move, carries a bittersweet tone for the kids, who see it as a potential end to their blended family. But here’s the thing: these kids have formed a bond that transcends the challenges their parents face. They’ve become a family in their own right.
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Putting the Kids First
While the marital struggles of Ben and Jennifer have been under intense scrutiny, one thing is clear: they’re both determined to put their kids first. Ben, now 51, shares Violet, Fin, and Samuel with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner. Jennifer Lopez, the Grammy-winning singer, is a mom to twins Emme and Max with her ex-husband, Marc Anthony. Despite the challenges they face, they’ve vowed to support each other and keep the lines of communication open for the sake of their children.
“They’ve vowed to stay supportive, which is why you see Jennifer and Violet still spending time together,” the source adds. This was evident during Jen’s recent outing with Violet in the Hamptons, just ahead of her 55th birthday celebration. Ben has made it clear that his home has an open-door policy for Emme and Max, and it’s likely Jennifer will do the same once she finds her new place.
Marriage Challenges and Moving Forward
Ben and Jennifer tied the knot in July 2022, and just a year later, they’ve listed their marital home in Beverly Hills for a whopping $68 million. They initially purchased the property in May 2023 for around $61 million. This decision to list the home came just two months after In Touch reported that Ben had moved out and was “headed for a divorce” from J.Lo. It’s clear that their whirlwind romance, rekindled after 20 years, has hit some significant roadblocks.
In June, a source told the outlet that Jennifer was still holding onto hope that she and Ben could “turn things around.” However, a month later, it seems the couple is still grappling with significant marital issues. “Ben and Jennifer really tried to make it work, and looking back, they realize they were both caught up in the whirlwind of rekindling their romance after all these years,” the source explains. “There was a lot of unfinished business between them, 20 years’ worth, but clearly marriage wasn’t the best idea.”
The Kids Speak: A Unified Front
A few days before Ben’s house purchase was revealed, an insider spoke to In Touch about how close Emme, 16, and Fin, 15, had grown after their parents got married. The kids, old enough to understand what’s happening, are understandably sad about the situation. “In a perfect world, they’d love it if there was a way that Ben and J.Lo could work things out, but they’re all pretty well resigned that’s not happening,” the insider shared. However, the kids aren’t meddling or trying to force their parents back together. Instead, they’re focused on maintaining their bond and ensuring that this split doesn’t affect their relationship. “They’re vowing not to let this affect their bond. They’ve all been in touch throughout this split, and Emme and Fin especially are staying super close,” the source adds.
