Jennifer Lopez appears to be making efforts to revive her relationship with husband Ben Affleck, as rumors of marital strain continue to circulate. The 55-year-old singer reunited with the Batman star at his Brentwood home on Sunday, August 11, after spending some time apart over the summer.
Earlier that day, Lopez was seen taking Affleck’s 12-year-old son Samuel to the mall, signaling her attempt to strengthen her bond with Affleck’s children, including Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, before the new school year begins. According to a Page Six, Lopez has always cared about Affleck’s kids, stating, “Just because she’s not with Ben doesn’t mean that she doesn’t care about his kids.”
Lopez, who has 16-year-old twins Max and Emme from her previous marriage to Marc Anthony, has reportedly been focusing on blending their families. “She spent months looking for the perfect house for their blended family last year. Now that she’s back in L.A., she wants to spend quality time with them before school resumes and Violet is off to college,” the source added.
Earlier reports suggested that Lopez and Affleck had not seen each other “in weeks,” with one source claiming, “They’re moving on separately. Jennifer is trying to find a new home to start fresh.” Meanwhile, Affleck has been keeping himself busy with work to avoid the ongoing turmoil in his personal life. “He’s been working nonstop,” said the source, adding that Affleck is also spending time with his kids during their summer break. “It hasn’t been the easiest summer for him either. He’s just trying to stay focused and make every day as good as possible.”
The couple, who quietly marked their second wedding anniversary in July, has remained silent about the current state of their marriage. However, rumors of marital issues first surfaced in May, with sources indicating that they were living apart.
Despite these challenges, a source notes that Lopez is “having a good summer,” even “considering everything that’s going on.” As the couple navigates these difficulties, the public continues to speculate about the future of their high-profile relationship.