Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have had a whirlwind past few months, not only because of their demanding work schedules but also due to their decision to separate. Although they’ve confirmed their split, the high-profile divorce is still not fully resolved.
In an on-again, off-again fashion, the celebrity couple publicly announced their choice to part ways and move forward independently. However, the divorce proceedings have been anything but easy or swift.
Both Affleck and Lopez have stated that the decision was mutual and that they remain on good terms. Recently, Ben Affleck’s public compliment of his ex-wife seems to underscore their amicable split.
Ben Affleck’s Unexpected Praise for JLo
Even as they navigate their divorce, Ben Affleck didn’t hesitate to offer a warm compliment about Jennifer Lopez’s performance in Unstoppable, a film he produced that’s set to release on December 6.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Affleck discussed the film and early reviews, comparing it to some of his other projects and praising not only JLo’s role but also the work of other cast members.
He mentioned that Unstoppable stands apart from Small Things Like These, another film he produced, this one featuring Cillian Murphy, known for his role in Oppenheimer.
“Billy Goldenberg, Jennifer, Don Cheadle, Jharrel, and Bobby Cannavale were all incredibly passionate about this project,” Affleck, an Oscar winner, remarked.
What Did Ben Affleck Say About Jennifer Lopez?
When the 52-year-old actor had the chance to talk about the Unstoppable cast, he couldn’t hold back on complimenting Jennifer Lopez for her remarkable performance.
“Jennifer is spectacular,” he said enthusiastically, adding that Unstoppable is another film they are genuinely proud of. “We believed in the right people, and Unstoppable is yet another testament to that.”
While Lopez hasn’t publicly responded to the praise, we do know the two have ended things on good terms. Though they haven’t appeared together on any red carpet since beginning the divorce process, they were seen sharing a lunch with some of their children in September, showing small gestures of affection without complicating their separation.
This article was originally written in Spanish by Nayely Aguilera in Cultura Colectiva.
