Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez may have finalized their divorce in February 2025, but that does not mean the issues surrounding their once-loved-up romance are over.
In fact, despite expressing mutual respect, recent reports suggest that unresolved problems continue to strain Bennifer's post-divorce relationship.
From real estate disputes to financial complexities, here’s a closer look at the tensions marring what was once one of Hollywood’s most iconic couples.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez Reportedly Fight Over Their Beverly Hills Mansion
Affleck and Lopez are reportedly fighting over their $68-million Beverly Hills Mansion. The former couple is allegedly arguing about handling the sale of their marital home, which has been on the market for nearly nine months.
According to sources, the 52-year-old actor wants to lower his steep asking price to finally sell the property. However, his ex-wife refuses, holding out for a buyer willing to pay the original amount.
Unfortunately, despite being on the market since July 2024, they find it hard to find a serious buyer—especially after a $64 million offer in September fell through.
Communication Problems
After their divorce was finalized, Affleck reportedly avoided his ex’s calls and messages, becoming frustrated with her subtle jabs at him on social media.
In a report by Radar Online (via Hindustan Times), the Accountant 2 star was annoyed after Lopez posted a message on Instagram in February that read, “Self-love don’t cost a thing.”
Fans believed the post was meant for her former husband after once again ending their romance.
“Ben's really trying to be the understanding ex, but come on... J.Lo is a total celebrity, and he knows the pressure’s on for her to spill some tea about their relationship eventually,” a source said.
“But what really grinds his gears? It’s those sneaky little social media posts of hers that seem to just dangle hints about their old romance, knowing full well that everyone’s gonna jump to conclusions and connect the dots back to him.”
If Affleck could have his way, he wanted Lopez to keep everything private and just talk to someone from her inner circle instead of posting on social media.
Contrasting Personalities
The documentary The Greatest Love Story Never Told shows the deeper tensions between Affleck and Lopez.
The award-winning actor never played coy about his frustrations over J.Lo’s oversharing of their relationship to the public.
“Part of it was, ‘Okay, if I’m going to participate in this, I want to try to do it in an honest way and in a way that’s interesting,'” he told GQ Magazine. “My temperament is to be a little bit more reserved and private than hers.”
Though Affleck assured that it was not the “root cause” of their marital problems, he admitted their temperaments clashed.
“You have to own what you knew going into any relationship,” he continued.
Affleck attributes their divorce to mismatched lifestyles rather than a dramatic fallout, contrary to what many believe.
As he put it, “There is no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue” behind their breakup—some things simply didn’t work out. Though he remains grateful for Lopez, reconciliation seems unlikely at this point.