Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, one of Hollywood’s most talked-about couples, are heading for separation. In a surprising move, Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce from Ben Affleck without hiring a lawyer. The filing took place on their second wedding anniversary, adding an emotional layer to the already complex situation.
Why No Lawyer?
According to relationship experts Joe and Cheryl from Equitable Mediation, many people are unaware that in the United States, a lawyer is not required to file for divorce. While some choose to hire legal representation, it is entirely possible to file for divorce without one. Jennifer may have opted out of hiring a lawyer because she believes that further legal proceedings are unnecessary. This decision reflects her desire to handle the separation in her own way.
Officially Separated Since April 2024
Jennifer’s petition, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, states that their official separation date was April 26, 2024. This indicates that the couple had already been living apart for some time before making the decision public.
A Brief Look Back at Their Marriage
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, who were once one of Hollywood’s most glamorous couples, tied the knot in 2022. They actually had two weddings—one in July 2022 in Las Vegas and another in August 2022 in Georgia. They even hosted a grand celebration on August 20, 2022, in Georgia. Before their marriage, Jennifer and Ben had dated from 2001 to 2002, making their eventual union a much-anticipated event.
Why Are They Separating?
According to a report by TMZ, financial issues are at the core of their decision to part ways. Ben Affleck has purchased his own home in Brentwood, while Jennifer Lopez is currently searching for a new place to live. This will be Jennifer’s fourth divorce. Her first marriage was to Ojani Noa in 1997, which ended in 1998. She then married Mark Anthony in 2001, but they divorced in 2003. The couple remarried in 2004 but separated again after 10 years.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s split marks the end of yet another chapter in their tumultuous love story, leaving fans and followers to wonder about the future for these two Hollywood stars.
