- Their honeymoon period came to an end, publicly, for "Bennifer".
Bennifer 2.0's Past is as Historical as the Original Power Couple's Saga. After Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck Failed to Tie the Knot in the Early 2000s, Their Relationship Crumbled, They Eventually Wed in 2022. However, Lopez Has Since Filed for Divorce. The Strife Between the Two Global Stars Allegedly Began Shortly After Their Nuptials.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck: Tensions During the Honeymoon
During their honeymoon in Italy, Lopez and Affleck visited places such as Lake Como. Initially, it seemed like they were sharing this journey with the world. Yet, wherever they went, they were hounded by paparazzi, a situation that reportedly made Affleck uncomfortable. A source told "Page Six" that Lopez is an international superstar, and it seemed strange to Affleck that they were constantly followed. When they had a moment's respite from the flashing cameras, there was an uneasy silence between them. A period meant to be the happiest in their young marriage proved to be a challenging test.
Affleck was reportedly in a vulnerable state when he and Lopez reunited. He had only recently overcome his struggles with substance abuse. According to the source, he was "anxious and excited" about their relationship beginning, which may have contributed to the initial friction. Unfortunately, he faced the same problem as before: supporting Lopez's fame, a task he found challenging. Unlike Lopez, who thrives in the limelight, Affleck prefers solitude and shields his personal life as much as possible.
Affleck Longs for Privacy
While Lopez relishes the fame and is usually surrounded by a large entourage, Affleck prefers keeping to himself. The many photographs of him with a disgruntled expression in Los Angeles streets have reached almost legendary status. It appears that the marriage of Bennifer is breaking down due to the same differences that led to their separation in 2004.
Reports suggest that Affleck found the attention that surrounded his partner at that time uncomfortable. He wanted to be recognized for his work as a serious director rather than just being seen as Lopez's husband.
Source: "Page Six"
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Despite the constant media attention, Affleck expressed his discomfort with being known primarily as Jennifer Lopez's husband during their marriage. His desire for privacy and focus on his directorial career seemed at odds with Lopez's thriving fame and large entourage, echoing the challenges they faced in their earlier relationship.
The uneasy silence and strain during their honeymoon in Italy, coupled with Affleck's vulnerability following his recovery from substance abuse, further strained their relationship, leading to the reported breakdown of their marriage.
