- Artist Longing for a Identity Apart from Affleck's Moniker
Jennifer Lopez, at 55, is preparing to relinquish Ben Affleck's surname, as well as their marital bond, as suggested by court papers obtained by "Page Six," a gossip column for the New York Post. Despite her public use of Jennifer Lopez, legal documents indicate that she has been recognized as Jennifer Lynn Affleck since their 2022 nuptials. On August 20, 2024, Lopez reportedly submitted divorce papers.
Lopez's decision to divorce opposite to her stance from two years prior is noteworthy. In a November 2022 Vogue interview, she asserted, "We are husband and wife. I'm proud of that. I don't think it's a problem."
Lopez Stands by Her "Sentimental" Decision in 2022
During the same interview, Lopez rejected the notion that her husband could adopt her name. "No, that's not tradition. It doesn't carry any sentimental value. It would feel like a power play," she shared. "I don't need that. I've got my life and my destiny in my own hands, and I feel powerful as a woman and as a human being," she added.
Lopez continued, "I understand that people may have feelings about it, and that's acceptable. But to clarify, I find it heartwarming. For me, it still embodies tradition and romance, and perhaps I'm just that kind of gal."
Lopez and Affleck shared a history dating back to the early 2000s. They tied the knot in the summer of 2022. However, rumors of discord within their marriage began during their honeymoon in Lake Como. According to "Page Six," Affleck allegedly grew weary of the persistent presence of paparazzi during their getaway.
Despite the sentimental attachment Lopez expressed towards keeping her name, she subsequently decided to pursue a divorce, as indicated by the filed documents. The divorce and separation could potentially lead to a change in her legal name, much like how she was legally recognized as Jennifer Lynn Affleck during their marriage.
