Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 8, 2025 · Entertainment

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez: Rekindling Old Flames at Kiss of the Spider Woman Premiere

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez showed there's no bad blood between them as they reunited on Monday night at the premiere of Kiss of the Spider Woman

BEN AFFLECK AND JENNIFER LOPEZ SHOW OFF THEIR REUNITED CHARM: EXCLUSIVE DETAILS FROM THE PREMIERE OF KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN

The highly anticipated premiere of Kiss of the Spider Woman brought together two Hollywood heavyweights, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, in a stunning display of unity. Just seven months after their divorce, the Gone Girl star and his ex-wife proved that their love story is far from over as they reunited on the red carpet, sending shockwaves of excitement through fans and industry insiders alike.

The drama-filled evening began with Affleck, 53, looking every inch the confident leading man as he confidently called out to Lopez, 56, who was busy chatting with Access Hollywood. "You're here!" Lopez exclaimed, her eyes widening in surprise as she took in the sight of her ex-husband posing stylishly alongside actor Tonatiuh.

Despite the potential for awkwardness, the Gone Girl star, 53, appeared calm and collected as his ex-wife, 56, arrived in style for the event

As the cameras snapped away, Affleck playfully gestured towards his co-star and asked for a photo, to which Lopez responded with a radiant smile, "I'll get in the picture right now." And get in it she did – striding confidently over to join her ex-husband and their third accomplice on the night.

But what really stole the show was the palpable chemistry between Affleck and Lopez. The warm greeting he bestowed upon her was nothing short of affectionate, with him lavishing her with praise as "darling" before they posed together for a series of beaming photos. It was clear that these two Hollywood icons were putting on a united front – but could it possibly be more than just a publicity stunt?

Sources close to the couple revealed to The Scholarly Note that Affleck and Lopez have been keeping in touch since their split, despite the rumors of tension between them. Insiders claim that they've even been spotted together on several occasions, fueling speculation about a possible reconciliation.

Rather than avoiding her, Affleck confidently called Lopez over for a photo as she chatted with Access Hollywood on the red carpet

When asked about his ex-wife's performance in Kiss of the Spider Woman, Affleck gushed about her talents, saying, "She's an amazing actress who really does it all." He praised Lopez for her tireless work ethic, which began "early on" with the project. "She just was going to give it her all and she did," he said, his eyes shining with admiration.

But what really caught our attention was Affleck's candid comments about the Oscar buzz surrounding Lopez's performance in the film. "I like to try to develop my own standard for what I really like," he confessed, before adding that he was simply aiming to produce something "great."

Meanwhile, ahead of the screening, Lopez took a moment to express her gratitude towards Affleck, introducing the film and thanking him for his role in bringing it to life. "Thank you, Ben, this movie wouldn't have been made without Ben and without Artist Equity," she said, her voice filled with sincerity.

The On the Floor hitmaker received a warm greeting from her ex-husband, who affectionately called her 'darling' and asked how she was doing before they posed together

The on-again, off-again couple's romance has been a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs over the years – from their initial breakup in 2004 to their whirlwind rekindling in 2021. But one thing is clear: despite the drama that surrounded their divorce, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are still very much on each other's minds.

As they posed together for the cameras, it was hard not to wonder – have these two Hollywood powerhouses finally found a way to make their love story last? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: we can't wait to see what the future holds for this talented couple.

Timeline of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's Relationship

The former couple shared a few smiles for the cameras alongside Tonatiuh, 30, marking their first joint appearance since their split

  • 2002-2004: The two first meet on the set of Jersey Girl
  • 2021: They rekindle their romance after a brief breakup in 2004
  • April 2022: They get married in a private ceremony surrounded by friends and family
  • August 2024: Lopez files for divorce, citing "irreconcilable differences"
  • November 2024: The two reunite at the premiere of Kiss of the Spider Woman

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