Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finalize divorce papers after her birthday snub, claims source

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finalized their divorce papers, but not yet filed, after a series of events underscored their marital troubles
UPDATED AUG 1, 2024
The divorce documents for Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck 'are finalized but not yet submitted' (Getty Images)
The divorce documents for Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck 'are finalized but not yet submitted' (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The couple, who have been the subject of internet buzz due to their marital issues, are now making headlines after a friend provided an update on their divorce.

This comes after the recent celebration of Jennifer Lopez’s Bridgerton-themed birthday party on July 24. Notably, Ben Affleck has recently purchased a new $20.5 million mansion in Pacific Palisades on the day Lopez turned 55.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce papers are 'finalized'

Multiple sources have reported that the divorce documents for the now-estranged couple "are finalized but not yet submitted."

Friends of Lopez described Affleck's sudden purchase of a bachelor pad on her birthday as a "stab to the heart." This move came just days after the couple listed their Beverly Hills mansion for $68 million.

July 24 also marked the day Lopez finalized the sale of her four-bedroom penthouse in New York City for $23 million.

A source close to the couple reported, “They finalized the divorce papers with her a month ago, but are waiting for the right time to drop them.” 

It further added, “At that time, they will release a joint statement that will say how they have much love for each other and how they fought to make it work, but couldn't.”

Another source asserted, “Honestly, in the end they could not come to a compromise. What they had before is gone and they have both accepted it.”

WESTWOOD, CA - JULY 27:   Actress Jennifer Lopez and actor Ben Affleck attend the premiere of Revolu
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce papers were finalized, sources confirmed (Getty Images)

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck last seen together in March

The couple was last seen together on March 30 and have since spent the summer apart, with Lopez primarily on the East Coast and Affleck staying in Los Angeles.

Reports of marital issues between Affleck and Lopez began circulating in May when sources close to the couple revealed that Ben had moved into a $100,000 rental and that they planned to sell their "dream home."

According to Daily Mail, Affleck's new residence is conveniently located near his ex-wife Jennifer Garner's house in Brentwood.

Affleck and Garner were married from 2005 to 2018 and share three children: Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12.

HOLLYWOOD, CA - FEBRUARY 24:  Actress Jennifer Garner and actor-director Ben Affleck arrive at the O
Affleck and Garner were married from 2005 to 2018 and share three children: Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12 (Getty Images)

Lopez recently sold her four-bedroom, 7.5-bath duplex penthouse.

Lopez and Affleck purchased their dream home for $60 million in May 2023 but have not yet found a buyer.

A source told at the time: "'Ben already moved out and they'll likely have to sell the dream house they spent two years searching for. They'll never stop loving each other, but she can't control him, and he can't change her. There's no way it could have lasted."

Lopez is believed to be staying in New York City after recently celebrating her birthday on July 24 in the Hamptons. The couple also spent the Fourth of July weekend apart.

WESTWOOD, CA - JULY 27:   Actress Jennifer Lopez and actor Ben Affleck attend the premiere of Revolu
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck spent the Fourth of July weekend apart (Getty Images)

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce papers spark discussion online

After hearing the update from the couple's friends about Lopez and Affleck's marital issues, many users have shared their thoughts on DailyMail about the couple's fragile two-year marriage.

One user wrote, "Ben tried and he failed again and again, is it alcohol or gambling?  he cannot seem to keep a relationship going.   mustve been that mansion Jen chose ugh, they would have been happier in a smaller home to cuddle and not hide away in a mansion!  just sayin" Another mentioned, "Dunkin’ Divorces."

A third user wrote, "Why does she need to control him? he isn't one of her peons.  After 4 marriages, she should get it by now."

One person added, "This is so silly. two obviously broken people. it was never going to work."

Someone else asserted, "It is sad when marriages break up. I don’t think this one was based on love but rather an infatuation. Always dodgy when a couple force upon the public how happy they are and gush about their”love” for one another. True love speaks for itself. "

Another user added, "She's insufferable & he's miserable as sin. "

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