Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck face relationship troubles

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are navigating challenges as their two-year anniversary approaches.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are working through a rough patch in their relationship as they near their two-year wedding anniversary. Despite being spotted together recently for the first time in over a month, sources reveal that they are taking time apart and living in separate homes due to heightened tensions.

A source close to the couple shared with ET that while their relationship isn't over, they are both feeling down and need time to reflect on their individual needs and desires. This news follows recent sightings of Affleck without his wedding band at his daughter's recital, while Lopez was seen wearing hers at the same event.

Ben Affleck, prioritising his family and well-being, was photographed carrying flowers while chatting with Lopez in a parking lot outside the recital. The couple's marital issues have been under scrutiny since Lopez attended the 2024 Met Gala alone, where she served as co-chair.

The couple has faced "ups and downs" since their July 2022 wedding, often struggling to be on the same page due to their demanding careers and family responsibilities. Speculation about their relationship intensified after Lopez "liked" a social media post about unhealthy relationships.

However, sources close to Lopez say she remains unfazed by external negativity and focuses on the support she receives from Affleck. Both are aware of the challenges that come with being in the public eye and strive to uplift and encourage each other's talents.

As they navigate this difficult period, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are committed to working through their issues and determining the best path forward for their relationship.