Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage came to an unceremonious end as Lopez took decisive action on August 20, the second anniversary of their wedding celebration. Without any public fanfare, the singer and actress filed for divorce, also requesting a legal name change back to Lopez, signaling a clear end to their relationship.
Their marriage unraveled due to distance and Affleck’s mood swings, which ultimately created an insurmountable strain between them. Legal experts suggest that this quiet yet significant move speaks volumes about the state of their marriage, told the New York Post.
In her divorce petition, Lopez cited “irreconcilable differences,” indicating deep-seated issues between her and Affleck that ultimately proved insurmountable. Despite their high-profile romance, which captivated fans and media alike, insiders reveal that the couple struggled with conflicting personalities—issues that eerily mirrored the reasons for their initial split back in 2004.
Sources close to the couple shed light on the dynamics that led to their separation. “They are very different people,” one insider explains. “Lopez is incredibly public and social, while Affleck is more of an introvert, content to stay at home.”
Adding to the strain was Affleck’s reported “mood swings,” which were described as “big highs and big lows.” A source close to Affleck noted, “Who he claimed to be and who he turned out to be were two different people.” These mood swings were a persistent issue, with another insider adding, “He doesn’t grasp how his bad mood affects those around him.”
While their reunion was initially seen as a fairy tale comeback, the underlying challenges of their relationship eventually resurfaced, leading to the quiet but definitive end of their marriage.