Jennifer Lopez and her estranged husband, Ben Affleck, are going through one of the most bizarre divorces in Hollywood’s history.
Believe it or not, it has gotten a bit nuttier in the past few days. After two years of marriage, Lopez and Affleck have agreed that their reconciliation is not working. The next step is to file for divorce, right? Wrong.
The duo has met with lawyers and agreed on the terms of separation, but they are now waiting for the right time to file the documents.
This delay is not due to lingering feelings but because Affleck, out of respect for Lopez, is determined to protect her and their children during this difficult time.
A source close to the actor told TMZ: “He’s very protective of her and all of their kids.”
A person with ties to Lopez explained why it is a challenge for her by telling the publication: “There are five kids involved in this. She knew they were going to blend families. She has not fully accepted that it is over.”
As Lopez struggled to pick the perfect divorce date, Affleck humiliated her by moving out of their marital home while she was celebrating her birthday.
Affleck has already purchased a bachelor pad in Los Angeles. Here is the twist no one saw coming: Affleck has established rules for Lopez’s children, Max and Emme, to ensure they feel comfortable and protected during this transition.
Lopez’s twins and Affleck’s three children have formed a bond that transcends their parents’ relationship, a heartwarming development in this otherwise complex situation.
The former couple will have their doors open for the 16-year-old twins and the Affleck trio. Insiders recently revealed to Life and Style Magazine: “Ben says his home has an open-door policy for Emme and Max, and I’m sure Jennifer will do the same when she finds her new home. They’ve vowed to stay supportive, which is why you see Jennifer and Violet still spending time together.”
The source claimed that they are “not cutting ties with each other’s kids” because they believe it will soften the blow of the separation.
They said: “The biggest casualty of their breakup is the kids, of course. Ben’s children love Jennifer, and her kids adore Ben. The new home is bittersweet because the kids see it as the end of their blended family. All the kids have bonded.”
These rules, while unexpected, show his commitment to their well-being and the unique yet touching situation their bond has put their parents in.
Over the weekend, Lopez was seen with Affleck’s son, Samuel, who she took shopping. That same day, Lopez’s daughter was seen visiting Jennifer Garner‘s home, and it seems they spent an afternoon together.
Lopez and Affleck’s oldest daughter, Violet, have become very close, and she is desperately trying to save the marriage.
