Lack of commitment and neglect: Why Jennifer Lopez decided to divorce Ben Affleck

Jennifer Lopez decided to end her marriage to Ben Affleck, filing for divorce in Los Angeles on Tuesday.

Sources close to Lopez revealed that she felt there was a lack of commitment from Affleck to work on their relationship. Despite her efforts, Lopez felt that he was not showing any genuine interest in continuing their marriage, leading her to conclude it was time to move on.

Lopez, 55, is reportedly heartbroken but focused on prioritizing her children. Affleck, 52, has three kids from his previous marriage to Jennifer Garner, while Lopez shares twins with her ex, Marc Anthony.

Lopez was recently seen shopping with Affleck’s son Samuel and briefly reunited with Affleck at his rental home in Brentwood. The decision to file for divorce on the two-year anniversary of their second wedding follows a period of separation and reports indicating the relationship's imminent end. The couple, who reignited their romance in 2021 after an 18-year break, last appeared together on Affleck’s birthday, with Lopez stopping by his home to celebrate.

The divorce could be complicated by the lack of a prenuptial agreement, potentially involving significant assets. When they got engaged in April 2022, Lopez expressed her joy in her newsletter, while Affleck had been more reserved about their relationship, emphasizing his desire to keep personal matters private.