New York, NY — The entertainment world was abuzz on Monday night as estranged couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez reunited for a surprise joint appearance at the New York premiere of the film Kiss of the Spider Woman. The outing, which marked their first red carpet appearance together since their divorce was finalized in January, immediately sparked reconciliation rumors among fans.
Affleck’s attendance was largely professional, as he serves as an executive producer on the film. His production company with Matt Damon, Artist Equity, co-produced the movie, which stars Lopez in the leading role.
The former couple was all smiles as they shared intimate chats and posed for photos together on the red carpet. Lopez, 56, looked stunning in a dramatic gown featuring an exaggerated corset that highlighted her figure. Affleck, 53, complemented her look in a dapper navy suit and white button-up, and was pictured with his arm wrapped around his former wife as they posed for the cameras. They were also joined on the red carpet by co-star Tonatiuh and director Bill Condon.
Mutual Praise and Support for the Film
During the screening, Affleck was quick to praise Lopez’s work, publicly stating, “It’s an honor to be here. This movie is exquisite. Jennifer, you’re incredible. Bill, you did an amazing job. [Tonatiuh], you’re phenomenal. Welcome to a lifelong stardom. Enjoy it. There’s ups and downs, but here you are. It’s really, truly a thrill and honour, and I’m just proud of this movie. Thank you for letting me be part of it.”
The friendly outing comes nine months after their divorce was settled, following two years of marriage. Their seemingly affectionate behavior did not go unnoticed by fans online, with one user on X (formerly Twitter) posting a GIF of a stressed Tiffany Pollard with the caption, “Lord…they’re gonna start this all over again.” Another commenter predicted, “They are going home together.”
The Bennifer Timeline: A Complex History
Lopez and Affleck’s relationship has been one of Hollywood’s most high-profile and storied. They first got together in the early 2000s and were engaged before calling it quits. After rekindling their romance almost two decades later, they tied the knot in 2022.
Just two years into their marriage, Jennifer filed for divorce, citing April 26 as their official date of separation. The divorce was quietly finalized in January 2025.
In the months since their separation, both have been open about the emotional toll. In July of this year, Lopez released a breakup song titled ‘Wreckage of You.’ Speaking to Interview Magazine, she admitted the tough year she had after the divorce: “It almost took me out for good… But now, on the other side of it, I think, ‘That’s exactly what I needed.’”
Affleck shares three children—Violet (19), Fin (16), and Samuel (13)—with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner (53). Lopez has fraternal twins—Emme and Max (17)—with her ex-husband Marc Anthony (57).