Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have always shared a special bond, one that’s stood the test of time. From their whirlwind romance and first engagement to their surprising breakup and eventual reunion nearly two decades later, their chemistry has remained strong.
So, when Lopez’s second marriage hit a rough patch and ultimately fell apart, it was no surprise that her mother turned to Affleck for support. Now, with the couple navigating this new troubling chapter, it seems that Lopez’s mother may be the one with the power to help save their marriage.
How Ben Affleck Helped Jennifer Lopez’s Mother Through Her Second Divorce
Trouble in paradise started in 2011 when Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony announced to the world that they were separating after seven years of marriage, and by 2014, their divorce was official.
At the time, it was a tough moment for Lopez, as well as her mom, wanting to support her daughter through the heartbreak. Thus, she reached out to none other than Ben Affleck. Yes, that Ben Affleck, her daughter’s former fiancé. According to Vibe Magazine, an insider revealed,
Guadalupe reached out to Ben over email. She wanted advice for Jennifer. She always liked and trusted him. [Ben] replied back on email, wished her well, and offered what he could.
Even though Affleck was married to Jennifer Garner at the time, he still took the time to respond to Lopez’s mom’s email, offering whatever advice he could to help. It was a small but meaningful gesture indeed, hinting that despite everything, he will always be there for Lopez. Little did people know, that the two weren’t done after all, and that advice very much might have been the start of something much bigger, leading to their reunion years later.
Could JLo’s Mom Save Bennifer 2.0?
Fast forward to 2021, and Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez reconnected, and this time, everything seemed perfectly aligned for their love story. Before long, they were married, rekindling the magic of Bennifer 2.0. But, as with many love stories, things have once again hit a rough patch, and now the couple is facing divorce.
While many fans have given up hope for their fairy tale ending, there may still be a glimmer of possibility. According to Lopez’s first husband, Ojani Noa, the approval of Lopez’s family, particularly her mother’s, has always been key to the success of her relationships. Noa revealed to Daily Mail once,
Jen would be in tears all the time. Her mum was calling and yelling at her, trying to get her to change the venue. So I called Lupe and said, ‘You need to stop this.’ That was a big mistake. From then on there was tension between me and Lupe. If Ben has Lupe onside then maybe he’s got a chance.
Since Lopez’s mom has always had a deep trust in Affleck, she could be the one with the power to help turn things around, potentially saving their marriage once more. In fact, Lopez’s mom has been praying for their reunion, just like the rest of the fans, as she revealed in a past interview with TODAY.
I knew that you would always get back together because I prayed for 20 years,
Although the divorce papers have been filed, there’s still a glimmer of hope. With Lopez’s family, particularly her mom, seemingly on Affleck’s side, could she be the one to protect and save their relationship? Only time will tell.
