Jennifer Lopez is reportedly rethinking her split from her ex-husband Ben Affleck after his recent gesture.
The singer and the actor have since settled their divorce, but were unable to sell off their expensive Beverly Hills property.
This drawn-out search for a buyer seemingly spurred Ben Affleck to gift Jennifer Lopez his share of the marital home, with sources now claiming the move has left a strong impression on the pop star.
Jennifer Lopez Is ‘Back To Hoping’ She And Ben Affleck Can Work Things Out After His Generous Act
The last may not have been heard on the love story between Lopez and Affleck, even though they’re no longer together. The pair tied the knot in a surprise Vegas wedding back in July 2022, after reuniting a few years earlier.
They went on to enjoy conjugal bliss until mid-2024, when rumors started flying around that their marriage had hit the rocks after going several months without being pictured together.
The “Hustlers” actress eventually filed for divorce in August that year, listing their date of separation as April 26, 2024. Their divorce was settled in January 2025, but their $60 million Beverly Hills property, which they bought to house their blended family, remained a point of contention as they were unable to get buyers for it.
Just recently, Affleck left his stake in the property to her, seeking a clean break and an end to whatever will join them. However, the move seemingly left an impression on Lopez, who’s now understood to be “hoping” they can work things out.
A source told Star Magazine she “can’t help but see it as proof he’s the good guy she fell in love with, and she’s back to hoping that somehow, they might be able to work it out.”
Ben Affleck Wants An End To It All After Drawn-Out Search For A Buyer
While Lopez is reportedly thinking there’s still hope for them to sort things out, Affleck wants everything to be done with.
Reports suggest he wasn’t trying to be charitable with the act, but just wanted to buy his way out of a tiresome situation.
“He feels like this will absolve him of the way he messed with her head [during their marriage]. But that’s typical of Ben — he’s trying to avoid drama and only creating more,” the insider noted to the magazine about Affleck’s latest move.
Ben Affleck Prefers A ‘Clean, Absolute Break’ From Jennifer Lopez
Meanwhile, a source who earlier spoke to Rob Shuter’s #ShutterScoop said the “Accoutant 2” actor wants to walk away and never have to deal with her anymore.
“This isn’t him giving anything,” an insider told the journalist. “This is him paying to be done. That house is the last tie, and he wants it gone, fast.”
“He’d pay anything at this point,” the source explained. “Because peace of mind is worth more than the money. Ben isn’t acting out of kindness, he’s making a smart decision for himself. He wants a clean, absolute break, and this is the quickest way to get there.”
Ben Affleck Isn’t Looking For Love After His Divorce
Since their divorce, both stars have been pictured making several appearances together, especially as their children remain close.
They’ve managed to maintain a cordial relationship after going through a rather peaceful split and asset division.
However, things may struggle to escalate beyond what they currently are, as a source told Star Magazine in February that Affleck is seemingly “immune to love” and is no longer seeking a long-term partnership.
“He’s not looking for a relationship,” the source said. “He does have room in his life for flings and no-strings hookups, and he meets them on elite dating apps or through friends.”
Instead, he’s focused on growing his business with pal Matt Damon and also taking care of his children, Violet, Fin, and Samuel, whom he shares with ex Jennifer Garner.
“He has enough on his plate with his job and children,” the source continued. “He has his eye on the real prize, not the next random hot actress that catches his eye.”
Sources Downplay Reports Linking Jennifer Lopez To Her Co-Star
Lopez has faced Romance rumors with her “Office Romance” co-star Brett Goldstein following their onscreen chemistry in the upcoming rom-com. Although they never confirmed it, a source said their relationship wasn’t “serious” and that she only saw it as a “rebound.”
The insider who spoke to In Touch Magazine added that the “Jenny From The Block” singer was having “fun with him” and only thought of him as a “genuinely lovely guy.”
“Right from the start, she saw him as a rebound,” they claimed.
The pair reportedly grew closer while filming the series and were linked after being pictured holding hands. The insider added that although the actor would have “liked their relationship to go further,” he allegedly didn’t “tick all the boxes” for her.
“She is someone who has a very clear vision for her life, she knows what it takes for a man to hold her interest long term, and she doesn’t want to set anyone up for failure,” they added.
The source went further to add that Lopez would reportedly want her next man to “match her ex on every level,” but as great as Goldstein is, “he doesn’t hit the mark.”