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Jennifer Lopez Calls Ben Affleck Divorce 'the Best Thing' in New TV Interview

She presents the split as personal growth tied to promoting Kiss of the Spider Woman with Affleck credited as executive producer.

Overview

  • Lopez made the remarks on CBS News Sunday Morning on Sept. 28, saying the experience "changed me" and helped her grow.
  • She described the period as "a really tough time," noting happiness on set contrasted with difficulties at home.
  • The pair finalized their divorce in January 2025 after she filed in 2024 citing irreconcilable differences.
  • Kiss of the Spider Woman, her first movie musical, premiered at Sundance in January and is scheduled to open in theaters on Oct. 10.
  • A People report in August cited a source saying Lopez is doing well and concentrating on her career following the split.