What has been a public secret for several months, the official announcement of the divorce between Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, was announced in January last year.
According to friends of the couple, the marriage has been over for some time, and since they have made progress on the terms, they are certain there is no turning back, and the time to announce it will be at the end of the summer.
A close friend of the couple said that in 2022, both were caught up in nostalgia and lingering doubts that remained after they broke off their first engagement.
“They got caught up in the moment. Jennifer wanted this wedding – the dresses, the bridesmaids, all the decorations – for decades,” the source said.
They turned the page on all the unfinished business from over 20 years ago. They saw things through to the end and now know for sure that they are not built for the long haul.
“There are no more unanswered questions. They’ve seen everything they needed to see, and it’s over.”
The same source mentions that divorce could be “the most complex and expensive process ever.” As one of the wealthiest couples, thanks to their success in acting and beyond, especially for Jennifer Lopez, the divorce is likely to be costly.
“Ben has already found his new home, and Jen will choose hers. It’s completely decided, and there is no interest, inclination, or reason to go back,” said a source close to the actor, who stated that the decision to divorce is firm.
