Ben Affleck fears Jennifer Lopez will ‘chew up and spit out’ new beau Brett Goldstein over diva demands

While Ben Affleck was relieved that Jennifer Lopez had moved on, he feared her 'impossible' diva demands would overwhelm Brett Goldstein
PUBLISHED JUN 26, 2025
Jennifer Lopez has finally moved on from Ben Affleck, with her new beau, Brett Goldstein (Getty Images)
Jennifer Lopez has finally moved on from Ben Affleck, with her new beau, Brett Goldstein (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jennifer Lopez may be moving on from her marriage to Ben Affleck with her new co-star Brett Goldstein; however, there are doubts about whether the romance is built to last.

As Lopez navigates life post-divorce, insiders say Affleck has serious doubts about Goldstein's ability to meet her high expectations.

Ben Affleck warns Brett Goldstein may be unprepared for Jennifer Lopez’s high-octane lifestyle

Jennifer Lopez reunited with Brett Goldstein on the New Jersey set of their Netflix romantic comedy 'Office Romance' in April. Since then, the two have sparked dating rumors after being spotted smiling and locking arms, according to the Daily Mail.



 

Goldstein, who has long had a crush on Lopez, also reportedly joined her for a romantic dinner. This marks the first time Lopez has been linked with anyone since finalizing her divorce from Affleck, 52, in January.

Sources say Lopez, 55, is eager to "fall in love again" and wants a partner who can manage her fast-paced Hollywood lifestyle.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 12: Brett Goldstein winner of the Outstanding Supporting Actor i
Brett Goldstein, winner of the Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series award for ‘Ted Lasso,’ poses in the press room during the 74th Primetime Emmys at Microsoft Theater on September 12, 2022, in Los Angeles, California (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) 

However, Affleck allegedly doubts Goldstein, best known for his role on 'Ted Lasso', is ready for what's ahead.

"He's aware of what's going on with her and Brett and doesn't want to deprive Jennifer of the right to do what she wants," a source told RadarOnline.

They continued, "He thinks Brett should get out of it if he knows what's good for him, but clearly he's too swept up by Jennifer's charms to see what's happening to him. Jennifer is hard on guys and Ben can testify to that."

Ben Affleck 'feels sorry' for Brett Goldstein

Despite his concerns, Ben Affleck seems somewhat relieved that Jennifer Lopez is shifting her attention elsewhere.

"Ben is relieved she's focused on something new," an insider shared.

Jennifer Lopez attends the Los Angeles premiere of 'Wicked' at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on November 9, 2024, in Los Angeles, California (Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
Jennifer Lopez attends the Los Angeles premiere of 'Wicked' at Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on November 9, 2024, in Los Angeles, California (Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Still, friends close to Affleck say he's worried about how Goldstein will handle the pressure of dating Lopez.

"He feels sorry for Brett – he can tell he's a nice, unassuming character who will be chewed up and spit out," one source said to Radar Online.

"She wants her men to conform to her over-the-top lifestyle and meet her standards of perfection and that's an impossible thing to ask of anyone," added the source.


 
 
 
 
 
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Ben Affleck believes Brett Goldstein will need 'a lot of luck'

Ben Affleck admits he struggled in his marriage to Jennifer Lopez, despite describing himself as a "pretty easygoing guy."

"Ben couldn't do it and he's a pretty easygoing guy, in his own estimation. Ben wishes Brett a lot of luck because he'll need it," the insider added.

HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 13: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Amazon MGM Studios
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez attend the Los Angeles Premiere of Amazon MGM Studios 'This Is Me...Now: A Love Story' at Dolby Theatre on February 13, 2024, in Hollywood, California (Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic)

Amid the speculation, Lopez is reportedly being seen as someone who is picking up the pieces and putting herself together after a huge romantic setback from her romance with Affleck.

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