Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s martial woes were “exacerbated” by arguments over their finances, according to a new report into their “rocky” relationship.
The couple, who married less than two years ago, are apparently taking time apart to figure out if their marriage is “right for both of them,” a source told Us Weekly.
Their marriage has been in the spotlight in recent weeks as sources say they have gone through a period of turmoil due to their different lifestyles, with reports saying Ben has moved out of the $60 million mansion of the couple in Los Angeles to settle in an apartment rented for $100,000 per month. property in Brentwood.
Insisting that “the honeymoon phase is over”, the source said their different approaches to finances and parenting took a toll on their relationship.
Jennifer, 54, who is worth an estimated $400 million, has reportedly “started ramping up her work commitments and preparing for her tour,” and is “very focused on her work and pushing herself.”
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s martial woes were ‘exacerbated’ by arguments over their finances, says new report on their ‘difficult’ relationship (seen together in February)
Their marriage has been in the spotlight in recent months, as sources say they have gone through a period of turmoil due to their different lifestyles (Jennifer seen on May 20)
The couple, who married less than two years ago, are apparently taking time apart to figure out if their marriage is “right for both of them” (Ben seen on May 24)
JLo is preparing to embark on her This Is Me… Live tour next month in support of her ninth studio album, both of which have been criticized for disappointing sales.
The source went on to say that Ben “doesn’t agree with Jennifer’s lifestyle” and now feels “used up” by their marriage.
Ben reportedly “checked out” their relationship and the source added that he and Jennifer were on “completely different pages most of the time.”
Another source close to Jennifer suggested the couple’s work commitments also caused a rift, saying “both have demanding careers that often require them to be in different cities.”
While the two have been forced to spend time apart in recent months due to their careers, the source said the absence “has highlighted the emotional and physical distance between them.”
They said: “Over time, Jennifer and Ben found it increasingly difficult to communicate effectively, and small misunderstandings escalated into major arguments.
“They have fundamentally different approaches to conflict,” the source added, explaining that Jennifer prefers to confront issues head-on, while Ben isn’t as quick to open up.
Jennifer – who, as well as being a musician and actress, has a string of successful deals with major brands – is worth $400 million, while Ben is reportedly worth $150 million.
Jennifer recently stunned her fans by self-funding a three-part project documenting her romance with Ben for a whopping $20 million.
Meanwhile, Ben gained much of his wealth through multi-million dollar production and film deals, but he recently earned $10 million for appearing in Dunkin’ Donuts’ Super Bowl commercial.
Jennifer and Ben put on a chilly display on May 16 (seen) when they were photographed at her child’s Fin school recital – their first public appearance together in 47 days.
Jennifer (seen on May 28) would have “started to intensify her professional commitments and prepare for her tour”, and would be “very focused on her work and would surpass herself”
As the couple (seen in February) recently split up to film different projects, the source said the absence “highlighted the emotional and physical distance between them.”
As for parenthood, Jennifer shares twins Max and Emme, 16, with ex-husband Marc Anthony, whom she divorced in 2014.
Meanwhile, Ben is a father of three; Samuel, 12, Fin, 15, and Violet, 18 – with ex-wife Jennifer Garner.
Despite their disagreements, Jennifer remained “committed to working on the marriage,” and even though Ben was hesitant, the source said he has since started “investing more” in resolving their martial issues.
Since leaving their $60 million Bel Air mansion for $100,000 a month in rent, Ben has apparently “struggled with loneliness” and “realized how much he missed Jen “.
The couple is said to be “both reevaluating their priorities” during their separation as they determine “what they really want from marriage.”
Some friends apparently believe they’ll be able to get through it because of their “deep connection,” while others fear the relationship has “run its course.”
Ben was spotted without his wedding ring last week. In the meantime, he was seen several times without his bracelet – until last Friday, when the ring reappeared on his left hand.
That same day, Jennifer apparently tried to hide her feelings by hiding her own left hand, only for a ring to briefly disappear.
Jennifer was accompanied by her longtime manager and close confidant Benny Medina, who is godfather to her 16-year-old twins Max and Emme.
Reports of the couple’s marital problems began circulating last week after the pair had not been seen together since late March.
Reports of the couples’ marital problems began circulating last week after the two had not been seen together since late March.
The couple are said to both “re-evaluate their priorities” during their separation as they determine “what they really want from marriage” (pictured together in 2002).
A source told In Touch: “Ben has already moved out and they will probably have to sell the dream house they have been looking for for two years.
“They will never stop loving each other, but she can’t control him, and he can’t change her. There’s no way this could have lasted.
Although the couple were finally spotted together last week at Fin’s school recital. Fin, 15, and Jennifer’s daughter Emme, 13, are said to be close.
One of Jennifer’s Los Angeles-based friends told the Daily Mail: “If it’s just about getting the job done, you better believe (Jen) is going to turn it around.”
“She’s thrown her heart and soul into her romance with Ben and isn’t going to give up without a fight. From what I hear, there’s still a lot of love there, so he has to there is hope.
Ben skipped the premiere of his Netflix movie Atlas on Monday, where Jenforbidden questions about their marriage during the press tour of the science fiction film.
She was forced to answer a very direct question, “You know better than that,” she told a reporter who asked her about the rumors at a news conference. However, she didn’t try to deny rumors that her fourth marriage was in jeopardy.
Three weeks ago, Jennifer walked the red carpet at the Met Gala – where she was co-chair – alone, with no sign of Ben in sight.
Three weeks ago, Jennifer walked the red carpet at the Met Gala – where she was co-chair – alone, with no sign of Ben in sight.
Ben was married to Jennifer Garner between 2005 and 2018, during which time they welcomed three children together.
A source told Page Six that Ben “came to his senses” after tying the knot with Lopez in July 2022.
The insider said: “If there was a way to get a divorce based on temporary insanity, he would do it. He feels like the last two years were just a fever dream, and he’s come to his senses now and understands that it just won’t work.
Jennifer was divorced three times after her first marriage to Cuban actor Ojani Noa, 49, in 1997, which lasted 11 months.
She married again, to choreographer Cris Judd, 54, in 2001, but they divorced two years later, in 2003.
Jennifer married singer Marc Anthony, 55, in 2004 and they welcomed twins Max and Emme, 16, during their 10-year marriage. They separated in 2011 and their divorce was finalized in 2014.
She was engaged to Alex Rodriguez from 2019 to 2021 before they called it quits.
Ben was married to Jennifer Garner between 2005 and 2018, during which time they welcomed three children together.