Rumors are circulating that Ben Affleck is eager to distance himself from Jennifer Lopez as they go through a challenging breakup. However, certain family obligations appear to be making that difficult.
Despite the couple’s recent divorce, their family circumstances have forced them to maintain occasional contact, especially since both Affleck and Lopez’s children attend the same school in Los Angeles. Lopez’s 16-year-old twins, Emme and Max, from her marriage to Marc Anthony, and Affleck’s 15-year-old son, Finn, whom he shares with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, are all students at this school. This means school events and activities often bring the former couple together in unavoidable encounters.
According to insiders, these school-related interactions have become a common occurrence, with the most recent one happening on October 18. On that day, Affleck attended a school event with Garner and Finn, while Lopez arrived with Emme and a couple of friends. Witnesses noted that Affleck seemed tense amid paparazzi attention, while Lopez appeared unphased, exuding confidence as she entered the school.
Lopez has reportedly made a conscious effort to ensure that her breakup with Affleck doesn’t affect the positive bond between her family and Affleck’s children. Despite the challenges, she remains focused on creating a nurturing environment for the kids, prioritizing their happiness above all else. Sources say that Lopez finds joy in seeing the children connect and has made it clear that the children’s wellbeing is her top priority.
Meanwhile, Affleck has been busy promoting Unstoppable, a film produced by his company with close friend Matt Damon, which also features Lopez in a leading role. This collaboration adds another layer of complexity, as the exes are still intertwined professionally.
In addition to shared school commitments, financial matters may continue to tie the former couple together. Affleck and Lopez are reportedly finalizing the sale of their $61 million Beverly Hills mansion, and once the property and other financial concerns are settled, sources believe it may be easier for both to truly move on.
