Jennifer Lopez reacts to ex Ben Affleck praising her

Jennifer Lopez is maintaining professionalism despite her past relationship with Ben Affleck. A video circulating on social media shows Lopez, on the red carpet for her latest film Unstoppable, being asked about her ex-husband’s recent compliments regarding her performance in the movie.

Affleck, who is one of the producers of Unstoppable, had expressed high praise for Lopez during a recent interview. “Jennifer’s spectacular,” he said. “We believed in the right people, and Unstoppable is another example of that.”

In the video, Lopez responded diplomatically, shifting the focus from herself to the entire team behind the film. “I would describe all of the cast and everybody behind the scenes as spectacular and wonderful,” she said, keeping her comments gracious and professional.

Unstoppable is based on the inspiring true story of Anthony Robles, a wrestler born with one leg who went on to win a national championship in 2011. The film explores his remarkable journey and is getting attention for its powerful storytelling and performances.

Affleck, who had been a key supporter of the project, elaborated on the film’s theme during his own interview with Entertainment Tonight. He noted that while Unstoppable is very different from his previous works, it shares a similar passion for storytelling. “It speaks to a certain kind of thing I guess we’re drawn to. We really believe in the power of storytelling when the people involved in it are deeply connected to the story,” he said, reinforcing the deep connection everyone involved has to the project.

Lopez and Affleck, once one of Hollywood’s most high-profile couples, split earlier this year after a brief but intense rekindling of their romance. They had married in a small, intimate ceremony in Riceboro, Georgia, in August 2022, after eloping in Las Vegas a month prior. However, in August 2023, Lopez filed for dissolution of their two-year marriage. The timing of the filing coincided with the one-year anniversary of their wedding ceremony, adding another layer of public interest to their split.

Despite the personal history between them, Lopez and Affleck appear to maintain a professional and respectful relationship, especially when it comes to their shared work in Unstoppable. Both stars seem focused on their respective careers, with Lopez continuing to shine in her acting roles and Affleck lending his expertise behind the scenes.

Lopez’s graceful response to Affleck’s praise reflects her ability to remain poised and focused, regardless of her personal life. As Unstoppable gains momentum, the film stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and storytelling—two values that both Lopez and Affleck clearly continue to champion, even as they move forward separately in their personal lives.

In the ever-changing world of Hollywood relationships, this latest interaction between Lopez and Affleck highlights their maturity and commitment to their professional endeavors, putting the spotlight on the film and their collective contributions to it rather than their past. For now, Unstoppable is the focus, and both Lopez and Affleck are continuing to navigate their careers with grace and mutual respect.