Jennifer Lopez is reportedly finding it difficult to move on after her high-profile split from Ben Affleck—and according to insiders, she may be setting herself up for lifelong heartbreak.
A source close to the pop icon told RadarOnline that Lopez is “struggling to move on from her relationship with Ben” and is still emotionally tied to the actor, despite their divorce being finalized in January after just two years of marriage.
The insider revealed that Lopez is eager to date again but is facing two major roadblocks. “She is eager to date again, but it seems that her lofty expectations and lingering feelings for her ex-husband may be holding her back,” the source said.
Adding fuel to the emotional fire, Affleck has reportedly rekindled his close relationship with his former wife, Jennifer Garner—something that has left Lopez “fuming,” according to the report. The source painted a challenging picture of Lopez’s romantic future, noting, “She’s also such a diva it is hard for any man to get close to her ideals.”
Despite going on “several low-key dates,” Lopez reportedly finds it hard to form genuine connections. “Jen genuinely wants to meet someone new but tends to find faults with every guy she encounters,” the insider added.
Friends of the singer and actress believe part of her inability to move forward stems from her deeply held belief that she and Affleck were “soulmates.” “Friends say she romantically invested in the idea that she and Affleck were soulmates, making it tough for her to let go of that notion,” said the source.
Recent filming for her upcoming movie Office Romance with Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein has sparked speculation, with another insider revealing they’ve been “enjoying each other’s company.” However, there’s no confirmation yet that anything romantic is brewing between the two.
With Affleck seemingly moving on and Lopez caught between heartbreak and high expectations, her love life remains uncertain. The source didn’t hold back, declaring bluntly, “The singer is doomed to die single.”
Whether Lopez finds love again or remains entangled in the past, one thing is clear—her heart is still chasing a connection she may never fully let go of.