LOS ANGELES – Jennifer Lopez has opened up about navigating a challenging year marked by her divorce from Ben Affleck and its impact on her family. In a candid interview with Spanish magazine El Pais, the 55-year-old singer shared her commitment to her twins during this tumultuous period.
Immediate Impact on Family and Career
Lopez described 2024 as a year filled with “unexpected things,” including her split from Affleck, the cancellation of her tour, and mixed responses to her documentary and visual album. Despite these challenges, she focused on strengthening her family bond.
“I wanted to solidify the family unit that is me and my two children, my twins,” Lopez stated, emphasizing her dedication to her 17-year-old twins, Max and Emme.
Key Details Emerge
In her interview, Lopez shared how she addressed the difficult times with her children, promising them resilience and strength. “I said, ‘I promise you, this is a difficult time, but you’re going to see that I’ll come out the other side stronger and better,'” she recalled. “And they feel it now. That gives me a great sense of peace in my life.”
“I’m proud of myself for that and I’m proud that I was able to navigate my children through difficult times,” Lopez expressed.
Personal Growth and Reflection
Throughout the year, Lopez engaged in self-introspection, reading extensively about relationships and personal development. “I did a lot of self-introspection. I did meditation. I prayed a lot,” she noted, highlighting her efforts to improve her relationship with God and her family.
By the Numbers
- Jennifer Lopez, 55, navigated her fourth marriage ending.
- Her twins, Max and Emme, are 17 years old.
- Lopez and Affleck divorced on August 20, 2024.
Background Context
The divorce marks the end of Lopez’s fourth marriage, following a two-year reunion with Affleck after their initial engagement was called off in the early 2000s. The couple’s split came just two years after they tied the knot in a highly publicized ceremony.
Lopez’s decision to cancel her tour further added to the year’s challenges, as she aimed to focus on her personal life and family wellbeing.
What Comes Next
Looking forward, Lopez is optimistic about her future endeavors. She plans to return to the stage with a renewed sense of purpose and joy. “It’s a great time to go out there and dance and sing and have a good time with everybody,” she said, referring to her upcoming tour.
As Lopez continues to navigate her personal and professional life, her commitment to her children remains unwavering. Her journey serves as a testament to resilience and the power of family bonds during challenging times.
