Despite the high-profile divorce between Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, Lopez’s bond with Affleck’s best friend, Matt Damon, remains unaffected.
The singer and actress was recently seen sharing a close moment with Damon at the afterparty for their new film Unstoppable, which took place during the Toronto International Film Festival on Friday, September 6.
Photos published by the Daily Mail on Sunday, September 8, captured Lopez, 55, and Damon, 53, deep in conversation, with the two even holding hands at one point.
Their interaction lasted around 20 minutes, according to People, with Lopez seated alongside Damon’s wife, Luciana, and co-star Don Cheadle. Damon later joined them, contributing to the lively discussion.
The pair’s easy camaraderie suggests that Lopez’s split from Affleck hasn’t impacted her friendship with his long-time confidant, Damon.
The two have worked together on multiple occasions, and their professional and personal rapport continues to thrive, even in the wake of Lopez’s marital issues with Affleck.
Their new sports drama, Unstoppable, sees Lopez in the starring role while Damon and Affleck serve as producers. The film has drawn considerable attention, not only for its talent-packed cast but for the drama swirling in Lopez’s personal life.
Earlier that evening, Lopez, Damon, Cheadle, and co-star Bobby Cannavale graced the red carpet for the film’s premiere. Noticeably absent was Affleck, 52, further fueling speculation about the estranged couple’s separation.
Lopez officially filed for divorce from Affleck in August, marking the second anniversary of their Georgia wedding ceremony. The couple originally tied the knot in Las Vegas in July 2022, followed by a more intimate celebration a month later.
“The timing of the divorce was a big f— you to Ben,” a Hollywood insider revealed to Us Weekly in August, hinting at lingering tensions between the pair.
Lopez’s filing, coming after months of rumors about the state of their marriage, sent shockwaves through their fanbase.
Court documents showed that the couple had separated in April 2024, three months before their second anniversary, and the official divorce filing followed in August.
At the afterparty, Lopez appeared to reflect on her romantic history, joking with Cannavale about her poor choices in relationships. “I’m a bad picker,” Lopez was overheard saying to her co-star. \
The playful confession, caught on camera by The Hollywood Reporter, was repeated several times as Lopez laughed off her past missteps.
She added, “It is what it is,” before lightening the mood with a dance move, showing her determination to move forward with humor and grace.
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Lopez and Affleck’s relationship has been a rollercoaster of emotions, marked by two decades of highs and lows. The couple initially began dating in 2002 after meeting on the set of the infamous film Gigli, but their engagement was called off in 2004 amid intense media scrutiny.
Despite their separation, the two remained friendly over the years, eventually rekindling their romance in May 2021. They married just over a year later, offering fans hope that “Bennifer” had found their fairytale ending.
However, behind the scenes, the pair faced significant challenges. “Jennifer suggested they just take time to figure it out,” a source close to the couple shared with Media.
While another insider noted that both Lopez and Affleck were “going through so much individually and as a couple.” Despite their best efforts, the couple couldn’t navigate their personal issues together, leading to their ultimate split.
While the divorce is undoubtedly a difficult chapter for Lopez, her continued friendship with Damon underscores her ability to maintain important connections despite personal hardships.
Damon, who has been close to Affleck for decades, has also remained a supportive figure to Lopez, further proving the resilience of their friendship.
As Lopez moves forward in her career and personal life, fans are watching closely to see how she continues to navigate these challenging transitions.
With her talent, humor, and strong support network, including friends like Damon, Lopez seems poised to handle whatever comes next with grace.
