Ben Affleck, 52, opens up about his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, 55, discussing their complex relationship, public breakup, and involvement in the documentary The Greatest Love Story Never Told.
Affleck explained why he chose to participate in the documentary about his relationship with Lopez, emphasizing that his goal was to provide an honest and insightful exploration of their marriage.
Ben Affleck
Affleck acknowledged that, while he has typically been reserved and private, he wanted to shed light on the truth behind their relationship.
“I thought it was an interesting examination,” he said, explaining that participating in the documentary would allow him to share his perspective on their union and the challenges they faced.
Affleck also took a moment to praise Lopez for her ability to handle celebrity and the public eye more adroitly than he has.
He contrasted their personalities, noting that while Lopez is more open and public, his own temperament tends to be more private.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez (@jlo Instagram)
Despite their differences, Affleck expressed deep respect for Lopez, stating, “I love and support this person. I believe in them. They’re great. I want people to see that.”
This statement reflects the maturity and respect that still exists between them, even after their divorce.
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When asked about the cause of their divorce, Affleck emphasized that there was no scandal or hidden drama behind the separation.
He explained that, despite the media's tendency to look for a root cause, the truth of their breakup is much simpler.
“There’s no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue,” he said. “It’s just a story about people trying to figure out their lives and relationships.” Affleck further clarified that their issues were not due to any single event, reinforcing the idea that relationships are complex and evolve over time.
Affleck also addressed the role of the documentary in their story.
While some might expect it to reveal the reasons behind their split, Affleck made it clear that the film wouldn’t offer a definitive explanation for their relationship’s challenges.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez (@jlo Instagram)
“You don’t marry a ship captain and then say, ‘Well, I don’t like going out in the water," Affleck said, using the metaphor to suggest that people should be prepared for the challenges of being in a public relationship.
He added that the documentary would not expose any new, shocking details, but instead serve as a deeper exploration of their lives together.
While Affleck offered his take on their divorce, Lopez also shared her feelings in an interview with Interview magazine. She explained that she doesn’t regret their relationship, despite the pain of their breakup.
“Not one second,” she said when asked about regrets. However, she acknowledged that their love story almost “took her out for good.”
Jennifer Lopez (@jlo Instagram)
Now, looking back, she views the experience as something that was ultimately necessary for her personal growth. “That is exactly what I needed,” Lopez added, highlighting the transformative nature of their time together.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were married for about two years. They rekindled their romance in 2021, got married in 2022, and Lopez filed for divorce in August 2024, with the divorce finalized in January 2025.
