Ben Affleck has long been known as a private person, but recent reports suggest that his desire for privacy might not be as strong as it seems. As news emerges about his delayed divorce from Jennifer Lopez, some are questioning whether Affleck postponed the split to remain in the public eye.
On Tuesday, August 20, TMZ confirmed that Jennifer Lopez officially filed for divorce from Affleck, finally ending months of speculation about the status of their relationship. However, a new report from The Sun sheds light on why the divorce may have taken so long to finalize.
According to an insider, Affleck wasn’t in a hurry to close this chapter of his life because he “enjoyed the speculation,” much like Lopez did. “People assume Ben hates the spotlight, but he arguably enjoys it even more than she does,” the source revealed.
The insider further explained that Affleck relished being back in the limelight, particularly the renewed obsession with the “Bennifer” brand. “He’s reveled in being back in the spotlight,” the source continued. “He loves how people are so obsessed with their relationship and the whole ‘Bennifer’ tag. It keeps him super relevant.”
The source suggested that Affleck understood the value of his relationship with Lopez in maintaining his public image. “Being Jennifer Lopez’s partner made people care about him again,” they noted. “He knew that once they officially split, the media and public interest in him would fade.”
While the insider didn’t place blame on either Affleck or Lopez, they acknowledged that both stars have challenging personalities. “Ben and Jen are very difficult human beings,” the source stated. “They’re just not compatible.”
As Affleck and Lopez officially part ways, the speculation surrounding their relationship might begin to wane. However, the suggestion that Affleck delayed the divorce to stay in the spotlight adds an intriguing layer to the narrative of Hollywood’s most talked-about couple. Whether this marks the end of “Bennifer” or just another twist in their public saga, it’s clear that the allure of fame has played a significant role in their relationship’s trajectory.