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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ J-Lo Gets Candid About Her ‘Difficult’ Year Following Ben Affleck Divorce ]]></title>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-believes-marriage-ben-affleck-nightmare" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce</a> was finalised in January, less than six months after the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank">former couple announced their separation</a>. J-Lo officially filed paperwork to end their marriage last summer, notably on their second wedding anniversary, after months of speculation that they had broken up. </p><p>While Ben decided to remain quiet about their divorce, he did touch on their relationship <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-admits-felt-embarrassed-vulnerable-jennifer-lopez-divorce" target="_blank">in a profile interview for <em>GQ</em> in March</a>. He opened up about feeling 'embarrassed' and 'vulnerable' discussing their separation, but stressed that 'there’s no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue'. J-Lo has <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-believes-marriage-ben-affleck-nightmare" target="_blank"><u>opened up about the split</u></a> in her own words during interviews, calling it 'lonely, unfamiliar, scary', but has now decided to use her challenging year as inspiration for new music. </p><p>Last week, the singer hosted an intimate gig and private listening party for her biggest fans in Los Angeles, where she showcased a new song titled <em>Wreckage of You</em>. According to <em>US Weekly</em>, J-Lo will include the song on the setlist for her upcoming international tour. It reportedly details the 'difficult' year she had both 'personally and professionally', according to one fan in attendance.</p><p>They told the publication: "[It's] a pop ballad that she told us she cowrote and recorded two weeks ago. She said she was lying in bed after a long day of tour rehearsals when the idea of the song came to her. She mentioned how last year was a very difficult time for her both personally and professionally. She had to cancel her tour and really focus on herself. Fast-forward to one year later, and she feels better and stronger than ever, so she wanted to write a song about coming out of a bad situation much stronger."</p><p>The fan added that although the song alludes to the emotional difficulties she faced in 2024, it's a tribute to being "stronger after the wreckage of you". A second listener added that it's a "very emotional, empowering song about walking away from a relationship and coming out a stronger person".</p><p>In the wake of their split, reports suggested that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-furious-humiliated-ben-affleck-split" target="_blank">J-Lo was feeling 'furious and humiliated'</a>, and that the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-lingering-doubts-divorce" target="_blank">pair had 'lingering doubts'</a> over ending their relationship. However, their divorce was finalised on 6th January 2025, but the former couple are <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-willing-lose-millions-drastic-move-cut-ties-jennifer-lopez" target="_blank">currently having difficulties selling their $60 million LA mansion</a>. The property, which was initially listed in 2024, was taken off the market in recent days.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck Is ‘Willing To Lose Millions’ in Drastic Move To Cut Ties with Jennifer Lopez ]]></title>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 08:43:36 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Celebrity News]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-different-feelings-divorce" target="_blank">filed for divorce last summer</a> after mounting speculation that they had parted ways privately. The couple rekindled their relationship in 2021, two decades after their infamous break-up, and tied the knot the following year. However, in August 2024 they announced that they were separating. </p><p>In the wake of their split, there were reports that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-didnt-want-divorce-ben-affleck-felt-no-choice" target="_blank">J-Lo felt she 'had no choice' but to part ways with Ben</a> when she realised their marriage wasn't working, and earlier this year he <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-admits-felt-embarrassed-vulnerable-jennifer-lopez-divorce" target="_blank">opened up about feeling 'vulnerable' and 'embarrassed'</a> while discussing the breakdown of their relationship in a candid interview with <em>British GQ</em>.  </p><p>While insiders have claimed that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-afflecks-surprising-comments-jennifer-lopez-divorce" target="_blank">the pair have remained amicable</a> following their divorce, which was finalised in January, a new report alleges that Ben is ready to 'cut the last cord' with J-Lo - even if it means he will suffer financially. According to sources who spoke to the <em>Daily Mail</em>, Ben is keen to sell their former martial home - <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-60m-mansion" target="_blank">a $60 million Beverly Hills mansion</a> - as soon as possible in a final bid to leave their marriage behind. </p><p>An insider told the publication: "Ben and J.Lo dropped the price of the house to $8 million less than he originally paid, but to Ben that's nothing. He just wants to sell it as soon as possible, so he can 'cut the last cord' that connects him to Jennifer."</p><p>According to the source, Ben 'never really wanted' the house, and sees the property as the 'final symbol of their marriage'. In fact, they went on to claim: "He just wants them to find a buyer and he doesn't care if he loses a few more millions. The marriage and divorce cost him millions - what's another two million to him?"</p><p>An additional source added: "Ben is ready to move on, close this chapter, and focus on the things that really matter. He just wants to live his life – a life that, for the most part, has been lucky. There have been many successes, but with them come some losses."</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How Ben Affleck feels about dating after his divorce from Jennifer Lopez ]]></title>
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                                <p>Ben Affleck is moving on after <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-lingering-doubts-divorce">his divorce from Jennifer Lopez</a>, but don't expect to see the actor down on one knee any time soon.</p><p>A new report from <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/how-ben-affleck-feels-about-j-lo-jennifer-garner-and-dating-excl/"><em>Us Weekly</em></a><em> </em>has taken a look at what <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-admits-felt-embarrassed-vulnerable-jennifer-lopez-divorce">the <em>Gone Girl </em>star</a> has been up to in his love life since he and Jennifer officially split, and it sounds like Ben is just really enjoying being single.</p><p>Although he's dated some people, apparently, "it’s very casual" and these relationships are kept "very low-key" one source told the magazine.</p><p>Mainly, said another source, Ben is "back to living the single bachelor life."</p><p>But! That's not to say the dad of three never wants to find love again: "Ben wants to settle down [when the time is right]," said another insider, who also revealed that the Hollywood star tried going back on the dating app Raya for a while, but it didn't stick.</p><p>Still, Ben's entourage have all been trying to set him up. "It’s a running joke that everyone has someone for Ben to date," one of <em>Us Weekly</em>'s sources said. With that in mind, it's "hard for him to be tied down. He feels relieved to have some independence [and is] very comfortable with his life right now."</p><p>Ben has apparently learned a lot from his last serious relationship, and is hoping not to repeat those mistakes moving forward.</p><p>"He and J.Lo moved so fast," said one source.</p><p>"In the future, he’ll be more cautious. He’s much more centered and reflective now."</p><p>Another insider said: "Ben is really happy and in a good headspace. He’s embracing this next chapter."</p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reaction-betrayed-video-ben-affleck-jennifer-garner-paintballing">Ben and Jennifer</a> — Bennifer — were married between August 2022 and August 2024, when the "Jenny From the Block" singer filed for divorce, citing their date of separation as <a href="https://people.com/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-8649120">26 April 2024</a>. The filing came after months of rumours that their relationship wasn't in a good place.</p><p>The pair had previously dated and been engaged in the early 2000s, before going on to marry and have children with other people, and eventually getting back together in 2021.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck admits he felt 'embarrassed' and 'vulnerable' discussing J-Lo divorce ]]></title>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reaction-betrayed-video-ben-affleck-jennifer-garner-paintballing" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce</a> made headlines last summer as they confirmed they were separating after two years of marriage. The pair had faced split rumours for a number of months, and while insiders claimed that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-didnt-want-divorce-ben-affleck-felt-no-choice" target="_blank">J-Lo 'didn't want' to divorce the actor</a>, there were also reports that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-lingering-doubts-divorce" target="_blank">the former couple had 'lingering doubts' over the separation</a>.</p><p>Although <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-believes-marriage-ben-affleck-nightmare" target="_blank">J-Lo has opened up about the split</a> - calling it 'lonely, unfamiliar, scary' - Ben has declined to speak about it publicly. However, in a candid interview with <a href="https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/article/ben-affleck-interview-2025" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>British GQ</em>,</a> the actor explained why he stayed quiet in the wake of their break-up. He told the publication: "There’s no scandal, no soap opera, no intrigue... there is no, 'This is what happened.' It’s just a story about people trying to figure out their lives and relationships in ways that we all sort of normally do."</p><p>He added: "And the reason I don’t want to share that is just sort of embarrassing. It feels vulnerable."</p><p>Ben also discussed his involvement with J-Lo's 2024 film, <em>The Greatest Love Story Never Told</em>, which documents her pursuit of love. At the time, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-incompatibility" target="_blank">Ben touched of their differing viewpoints when it comes to what they share publicly and privately,</a> saying: "I had a very firm sense of boundaries initially around the press while Jen I don't think objected to it in the way I did.... I said, 'Listen, one of the things I don't want is a relationship on social media.' And then I sort of realised it's not a fair thing to ask. It's sort of like you're gonna marry a boat captain and you go, 'Well, I don't like the water.'"</p><p>In his interview with <em>British GQ</em>, Ben elaborated on those quotes, stating: "My temperament is to be a little bit more reserved and private than hers. As happens in relationships, you don’t always have the same attitude towards these things. And so I thought, 'Oh, this is interesting'. Because how do you reconcile that? Because exactly what you said is true. I love and support this person. I believe in them. They’re great. I want people to see that."</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Why J-Lo feels 'betrayed' by the viral video of Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner  ]]></title>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/tag/ben-affleck" target="_blank">Ben Affleck</a> and Jennifer Lopez <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary" target="_blank">officially ended their marriage</a> last summer on their second wedding anniversary. The former couple, who rekindled their relationship after two decades, filed for divorce in August 2024, and listed their date of separation as 26th April - the same time that the split rumours started to ramp up online. Although there were reports that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-lingering-doubts-divorce" target="_blank">Ben and J-Lo had 'lingering doubts' about their separation</a>, they finalised their divorce in January. </p><p>But earlier this week, a video of Ben affectionately hugging his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, went viral. The former couple, who share three children together, were filmed playing paintball in Los Angeles for their son Samuel's birthday, and sources have claimed that J-Lo feels 'betrayed' by the tactile moment that was captured and is now circling online. </p><p>One insider, who spoke to the <em>Daily Mail</em>, has claimed that J-Lo 'saw the paint balling images... and of course it will make her question things from their time together', adding that 'her friends have questioned how platonic Jen and Ben are."</p><p>The insider continued: "She will feel betrayed because she invested so much time in supporting Ben through his challenges and had a rough year as their marriage broke down. Seeing how quickly he has started spending more time with Garner has exacerbated the concerns she already had about his relationship with her while they were married."</p><p>Although J-Lo hasn't addressed the speculation, an additional source has claimed that she 'knows that there is a reason for [Ben and Jennifer Garner] being together, and it usually has to do with their kids.' This insider added: "She wants Ben to be happy, so if that is with the mother of his children, then so be it. She is a big believer in true love, and everyone is on their own journey, and she knows that [Ben and Jen's] kids would absolutely love it."</p><p>At the time of writing, neither J-Lo nor Ben have commented.</p>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-lingering-doubts-divorce" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck finalised their divorce</a> this week, months after the pair publicly <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-didnt-want-divorce-ben-affleck-felt-no-choice" target="_blank">confirmed that they were separating</a>. The former couple, who first dated almost two decades ago, rekindled their relationship in 2021 and married in 2022, but filed for divorce in August last year citing 'irreconcilable differences'.</p><p>In the wake of the news, there were reports that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-didnt-want-divorce-ben-affleck-felt-no-choice" target="_blank">J-Lo 'didn't want' to divorce Ben</a> but felt she 'had no choice', and sources claimed that despite their separation 'there’s still a lot of love between them'. However, in a new report from <em>People</em>, an insider has claimed that J-Lo is more than ready to move on from that chapter of her life, which they described as a 'fairy tale' that became a 'nightmare'. </p><p>The source told the publication: "She's in a really good place and just wants to close the door on this crazy chapter. The fairy tale she was promised turned out to be a nightmare in the end."</p><p>In an article published in November, <em>People</em> also claimed that Ben was 'very happy with life' following their break-up, stating: "He enjoys working. He seems to be in a good place."</p><p>J-Lo opened up about the split for <em>Interview</em> magazine, calling it 'lonely, unfamiliar, scary', but the pair have been publicly supportive of one another since their divorce proceedings started. In November, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-afflecks-surprising-comments-jennifer-lopez-divorce" target="_blank">Ben called J-Lo 'spectacular'</a><em> </em>when discussing her latest film, and in response <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-responds-to-ben-affleck-praise" target="_blank">she told a red carpet reporter</a>: "I would describe all of the cast and everybody behind the scenes as spectacular and wonderful."</p><p>As per their divorce settlement, J-Lo and Ben are splitting their assets which includes the $68 million mansion in Beverly Hills. A report from <em>US Weekly</em>, who obtained court documents, states that they will 'keep all of their personal belongings and earnings from the date of their separation as well as half their bank accounts'.</p>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jenny.proudfoot@futurenet.com (Jenny Proudfoot) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jenny Proudfoot ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P5ZhtRdD4Mj6SFUFt9hXpf.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-the-azria-estate">Jennifer Lopez</a> and Ben Affleck have been front and centre in 2024, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation">separating after two years of marriage</a>, with the 'Let's Get Loud' singer <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary">filing for divorce earlier this year.</a></p><p>However, despite <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-2004-break-up">the A-list couple</a> parting ways, both parties are reported to be "amicable" with Lopez and Affleck continuing to focus on their children.</p><p>“They want to show the kids that things are amicable,” a source told<em> People </em>earlier this year. "They want to stay friendly. There’s still a lot of love.” </p><p>This reportedly extended to Christmas with Lopez and Affleck said to have met up with each other ahead of the festivities. And while the former couple spent Christmas separately, they are said to have exchanged gifts.</p><p>In fact, Affleck reportedly gifted Lopez a very special holiday present - an autographed book about Marlon Brando.</p><p>"Ben gifted Jennifer with the book because she's a fan, plus her Super Bowl bodysuit was inspired by Marlon Brando," a source explained to <em>Page Six.</em> "The gifts were mostly for each other's kids, but they did exchange a few small things for each other as well."</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DEB0tHGx03Z/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Lopez has <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-ben-affleck-divorce">opened up about her separation from Affleck</a> in recent months, telling <a href="https://www.interviewmagazine.com/film/jennifer-lopez-tells-nikki-glaser-how-a-turbulent-summer-changed-her" target="_blank"><em>Interview magazine</em></a> that "being in a relationship doesn't define [her].</p><p>"I was thinking about this time in my life, and I’m like, 'That’s not what I thought it was going to turn out like,'" the 55-year-old singer explained. "And then I thought, 'No, this is exactly where I needed to be, to lead me to where I want to go.'</p><p>"Being in a relationship doesn’t define me,” she continued. “I can’t be looking for happiness in other people. I have to have happiness within myself. I used to say I’m a happy person, but was still looking for something for somebody else to fill, and it’s just like, 'No, I’m actually good.'"</p><p>We will continue to update this story. </p>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-responds-to-ben-affleck-praise" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</a> confirmed their separation this summer after months of break-up rumours. In the wake of the news, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-incompatibility" target="_blank">Ben's comments about their incompatibility resurfaced</a>, and it was reported that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-didnt-want-divorce-ben-affleck-felt-no-choice" target="_blank">J-Lo 'didn't want' to divorce the actor</a> but felt she 'had no choice'. </p><p>While both J-Lo and Ben have publicly praised one another in recent months, it hasn't sparked any hope of a reconciliation. However, according to a new report in <em>US Weekly</em>,  the former couple is now doubting their decision to separate with one source going so far as to claim that there are 'lingering doubts' and 'hesitation'. An insider told the publication: "There’s still a lot of love between them, but the divorce is still going forward... When they’re together as a family and see the kids together, it reminds them of how good they are as a team and what’s important."</p><p>However, a second source has claimed there is a 'small chance' that the pair could reconcile in the future, adding: "J.Lo has stayed over at Ben’s place a couple times. When it’s good, it’s really good, but when it’s bad, it’s really bad - and things are so good when they are friends. If things are better between them because they’re separated, that’s a reason the divorce would go through."</p><p>J-Lo opened up about the challenges she faced following her split from Ben. During a conversation with <em>Interview</em> magazine in October, she said: "I was thinking about this time in my life, and I’m like, 'That’s not what I thought it was going to turn out like.'... That doesn’t mean it didn’t almost take me out for good. It almost did. </p><p>"But now, on the other side of it, I think to myself, 'Fuck, that is exactly what I needed. Thank you, God. I’m sorry it took me so long... You had to hit me really hard over the head with a fucking sledgehammer. You dropped the house on me. Don’t have to do it again.'"</p>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jenny.proudfoot@futurenet.com (Jenny Proudfoot) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jenny Proudfoot ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P5ZhtRdD4Mj6SFUFt9hXpf.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-the-azria-estate">Jennifer Lopez</a> and Ben Affleck have been front and centre in 2024, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation">separating after two years of marriage</a>, with the 'Let's Get Loud' singer<a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-the-azria-estate"></a> <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary">filing for divorce earlier this year.</a></p><p>Lopez has since <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-ben-affleck-divorce">opened up about the separation</a><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-ben-affleck-divorce"></a>, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-ben-affleck-divorce"></a>telling <a href="https://www.interviewmagazine.com/film/jennifer-lopez-tells-nikki-glaser-how-a-turbulent-summer-changed-her" target="_blank"><em>Interview magazine</em></a> that "being in a relationship doesn't define [her].</p><p>"I can’t be looking for happiness in other people," the 55-year-old singer explained. "I have to have happiness within myself. I used to say I’m a happy person, but was still looking for something for somebody else to fill, and it’s just like, 'No, I’m actually good.'"</p><p>While Lopez has spoken publicly about their relationship, Affleck has remained tight-lipped, breaking his silence only this week to compliment her performance in their new film,<em> Unstoppable.</em></p><p>Affleck, who produced the film, was asked by<em> Entertainment Tonight </em>about his former wife's performance, to which he replied: "Jennifer is spectacular".</p><p>"We really believe in the power of storytelling when the people involved in it are deeply emotionally connected to the story," he explained in the full interview. "Jennifer is spectacular. [This film] is another one that we're really, really proud of."</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DBv-rRNJfqo/" target="_blank">A post shared by Prime Video (@primevideo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Affleck's praise was later relayed to Lopez during a red carpet interview, who appeared visibly touched by her former husband's words. </p><p>"I would describe all of the cast and everybody behind the scenes as spectacular and wonderful," she replied, thanking the reporter for relaying Affleck's words.</p><p>Lopez has so far received praise across the board for her performance in <em>Unstoppable</em>, with sources reporting that she even has <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/entertainment/people/most-oscar-wins-639942">the Oscars</a> in her sights.</p><p>"She wants an Oscar for <em>Unstoppable</em>," an insider previously told the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13971225/Jennifer-Lopez-planning-comeback-2025-revenge-Ben-Affleck.html" target="_blank"><em>Daily Mail</em>.</a> "She is sensational in it, I saw the movie and wow, she nails it. I think a lot of people have discounted her acting skills because she is such a glamazon but this film is a wake up call.</p><p>"Jen wanted the Oscar for <em>Hustlers </em>and felt she deserved it, and she pretty much did but there is prejudice against her," the source added. "There is a hope that she will get the gold for <em>Unstoppable."</em></p><p>Well, this is exciting.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck made a surprising comment about J-Lo for the first time since their divorce ]]></title>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-different-feelings-divorce" target="_blank">filed for divorce</a> in the summer, two years after <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-lo-wedding-788914" target="_blank">their lavish wedding ceremonies in Las Vegas</a>, Nevada and Savannah, Georgia. The former couple, who reunited in 2021 after almost twenty years, were at the centre of split speculation for months but remained quiet about their relationship until they officially announced their divorce in August, when J-Lo filed <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary" target="_blank">to end their marriage on their second wedding anniversary</a>.</p><p>Throughout their relationship, J-Lo had spoken openly about her love for Ben - <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/j-lo-ben-affleck-new-single-cant-get-enough" target="_blank">sharing music dedicated to him</a>, and often lamenting on their 'second chance' in interviews. However, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-incompatibility" target="_blank">Ben's comments about their 'incompatibility' resurfaced</a> in the wake of their divorce, and it was reported that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-different-feelings-divorce" target="_blank">they had 'different feelings' about the breakup</a>. </p><p>Although J-Lo<a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-overcoming-hurtful-comments" target="_blank"> has spoken about the impact of 'hurtful comments'</a> since their separation, Ben has remained tight-lipped about his ex-wife. But the actor has now spoken publicly about Jennifer for the first time, and it appears that things remain amicable between the pair. When <em>Entertainment Tonight</em> asked about J-Lo's performance in her new film <em>Unstoppable </em>- which he also produced - Ben simply said: "<a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-overcoming-hurtful-comments" target="_blank"></a>Jennifer is spectacular."</p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-breaks-silence-after-ben-affleck-divorce" target="_blank">J-Lo broke her silence in September</a> when she posted a series of inspirational quotes and selfies on Instagram, captioned: "Oh, it was a summer." Then, in a feature for <a href="https://www.interviewmagazine.com/film/jennifer-lopez-tells-nikki-glaser-how-a-turbulent-summer-changed-her" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>Interview</em></a> magazine last month, she spoke about embracing single life after the breakdown of her fourth marriage. She said: "Everything that I’ve done over the past 25, 30 years, being in these different challenging situations, what can I f***ing do when it’s just me flying on my own… what if I’m just free?</p><p>"It feels lonely, unfamiliar, scary. It feels sad. It feels desperate. But when you sit in those feelings and go, 'These things are not going to kill me,' it’s like actually, I am capable of joy and happiness all by myself."</p><p>Well, that's that!</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ J-Lo 'didn't want' to divorce Ben Affleck but felt she 'had no choice'  ]]></title>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck confirmed they had separated </a>this summer after months of divorce speculation. Despite appearing to <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jlo-divorce-rumours-photo" target="_blank">put on a united front amidst the split rumours</a>, J-Lo filed for divorce in August, on their second wedding anniversary. While <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-furious-humiliated-ben-affleck-split" target="_blank">J-Lo was said to be feeling 'humiliated'</a> by their separation, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-incompatibility" target="_blank">Ben had spoken about their 'incompatibility'</a> earlier this year, and the pair were said to have <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-different-feelings-divorce" target="_blank">very different feelings about the end of their marriage</a>.</p><p>According to a new report in <em>PEOPLE</em> magazine, this has been 'one of the hardest years' for J-Lo, and she was 'very upset' about their decision to go their separate ways. A source told the publication: "She didn't want to file for divorce. She just felt like she had no choice. Nothing was gonna change with Ben... She was very upset about it." </p><p>The insider continued: "But true to her positive outlook on life, she's moving forward with optimism. Instead of feeling like she's fallen flat on her face, she sees it was meant to be. She's taking time for herself right now."</p><p>They also added that she's 'grateful' for the memories they shared, but is now 'focused on creating the best future for herself and her kids'.</p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-overcoming-hurtful-comments" target="_blank">J-Lo spoke about her divorce for the first time</a> during a chat with <em>Interview magazine</em>, which was published last week. As well as touching on the 'hurtful' comments that have been made about her in recent months, she explained that she has 'no regrets' when it comes to rekindling her relationship with Ben. She said: "Being in a relationship doesn’t define me. I can’t be looking for happiness in other people. I have to have happiness within myself. I used to say I’m a happy person, but was still looking for something for somebody else to fill, and it’s just like, 'No, I’m actually good.'"</p><p>Well, that's that!</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Iris Goldsztajn is a freelance news writer for Marie Claire UK. She covers celebrity and royal news, and has previously written for titles including Marie Claire US, InStlyle, Women&#039;s Health, Bustle, Stylist and Red. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Iris was born and raised in France, and now lives in London. As an undergraduate at the University of California, she interned at goop and C California Style. Aside from her quasi-personal investment in celebs&#039; comings and goings, she is especially interested in debunking diet culture and de-stigmatising mental health struggles. Her Spotify Wrapped is riddled with country music and One Direction, and she can typically be found eating her body weight in cheap chocolate.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Jennifer Lopez is currently going through a much-publicised divorce from <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-related-secret-lives-mormon-wives-star-jen-affleck">husband Ben Affleck</a>, so she's probably not getting much use out of her Ben-themed jewelry at the minute.</p><p>And yet — her own brand JLo Beauty made a slight misstep over the weekend when they posted a pic of Jen wearing her previously beloved "Ben" necklace.</p><p>The multi-hyphenate even briefly reshared the pic on her own Stories, according to the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13880183/Jennifer-Lopez-brand-posts-selfie-Ben-necklace.html"><em>Daily Mail</em></a>.</p><p>But fans soon noticed that their fave was wearing the slightly anachronistic accessory, with one person writing: "OMG spot the Ben necklace??? Maybe they're back together."</p><p>Another said: "J-Lo is wearing a necklace that says 'Ben'. Is this an old photo? Imagine if they've not split at all."</p><p>This appears to have been a mistake on Jennifer and her brand's part, as both quickly deleted the pic after fans started pointing out the incriminating necklace.</p><p>The photo is actually <a href="https://people.com/jennifer-lopez-custom-name-necklace-7852836">from 2023</a>, long before the famous spouses' separation, and was posted because of Jennifer's admittedly flawless makeup look in it.</p><p>The piece of jewellery — which also includes a heart pendant — hails from <a href="https://foundrae.com/">Foundrae</a>, and Ben custom-made it for Jennifer for her birthday in 2021, per <a href="https://people.com/style/jennifer-lopez-wore-jewelry-custom-designed-by-ben-affleck/"><em>People</em></a>. She was then regularly seen sporting the sentimental piece throughout their marriage.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwG2yyxp2ze/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Jennifer <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-to-make-over-image-following-divorce">filed for divorce from her husband</a> of two years on 20 August, which <a href="https://people.com/jennifer-lopez-filing-for-divorce-from-ben-affleck-wedding-anniversary-speaks-a-ton-source-exclusive-8699004">coincided</a> with one of their wedding anniversaries.</p><p>The filing capped off months of speculation as to the state of their marriage, which began around the time Jennifer <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/inside-jennifer-lopez-shocking-solo-191142722.html">arrived solo</a> at the Met Gala despite it being an important night for her as she served as co-chair for the prestigious event.</p><p>Since <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-the-azria-estate">their separation</a> became official, the two have been spotted out in public once, when they went for lunch with some of their respective children earlier this month.</p><p>Though they're reported to have <a href="https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/a62235040/ben-affleck-jlo-sexual-chemistry-update/">engaged</a> in quite a bit of PDA on that occasion, a source promptly assured <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/celebrity/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-good-team-reunion-divorce/"><em>People</em></a><em> </em>at the time: "They are still moving forward with the divorce though." We don't mean to slash your hopes, sorry about that.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>If it feels like everyone is talking about <em>The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives</em>, that's because they are. The Hulu show <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/entertainment/tv-and-film/disney-plus-uk-691685" target="_blank">landed on Disney+</a> this month and follows a friendship group in Utah - but they're not just any friendship group; for anyone who remembers *that* Mormon swingers scandal on TikTok a few years ago, you'll recognise some of the cast. </p><p>As a quick recap: as of 2022, Taylor Frankie Paul and her #MomTok friends had amassed millions of fans on the social media platform. After announcing her split from husband Tate that year, her followers were keen to know what went wrong for the couple and in response, Taylor eventually shared that she had been 'soft swinging' with other couples in the church. Though she didn't name names, the story instantly became a social media sensation and <em>The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives </em>follows Taylor as she navigates friendships in the community after exposing their colourful private lives. </p><p>But it seems that the group of Mormon women share more than just (allegedly) partners. Jen Affleck is one of the stars of the show, and many viewers immediately picked up on that very recognisable surname. Fans have been asking if she's related to <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-incompatibility" target="_blank">Hollywood heavyweight Ben Affleck</a> and his brother, Casey - and the answer, according to Jen at least, is that she is. </p><p>Jen has made no secret of her alleged familial ties with Ben, as her husband Zac claims to be a cousin once removed. In an interview with <em>People</em> ahead of the show's release, she said Ben Affleck is 'my husband's cousin, but we've never met him'. The publication states that her husband Zac is 'Ben’s first cousin once removed. His dad, Dave Affleck, is Ben and Casey Affleck’s first cousin'. </p><p>If it seems straightforward enough, then hold on - because this is the age of the internet, and one in which Reddit threads dig into every last detail. Since the show aired, one <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/SecretsOfMormonWives/comments/1fgmzj4/zac_lying_about_relation_to_ben_affleck/" target="_blank">Reddit thread has dissected</a> the Affleck family tree and theorised that they may not be cousins at all. The claim is that Ben's dad Timothy is not brothers with Zac's grandfather, Gordon. Although public records show that Timothy did have a brother, he was called Stephen and seemingly didn't have any children.</p><p>Several genealogists have also taken to social media to share breakdowns of Ben and Zac's family trees, with their research showing that Ben's grandfather was born in Rhode Island - not in Utah. </p><p>So - is Ben Affleck really related to <em>The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives</em> star? It seems that the jury's still out on that one. At the time of writing, Ben hasn't addressed the claim - but we'll update this article as soon as he does. </p><p><em>The Secret Lives Of Mormon Wives is streaming now on Disney+. </em></p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck officially separated</a> last month, with <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary">Lopez filing for divorce after two years of marriage</a>. </p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-2004-break-up">The A-list couple</a> has been at the centre of <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">divorce speculation</a> since early 2024, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home">putting their $60 million Beverly Hills marital home on the property market</a>. And amid the growing speculation, it has long been reported that "Jennifer and Ben had been living separate lives".</p><p>"[Jennifer] tried really hard to make things work and is heartbroken," a source recently reported to<em> People, </em>explaining that "the kids are a top priority, as they always have been.”</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_Wa6mMSC52/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Now, following the confirmation of their split, Lopez is said to be ready for change, with reports emerging recently that she's looking for her new home. </p><p>According to <em>TMZ,</em> the 55-year-old singer actually has her eye on a property already - and it's a very famous piece of LA real estate.</p><p>Yes, sources have reported that Lopez has entered negotiations on The Azria Estate. </p><p>The famous LA property, in Holmby Hills, once belonged to the late fashion designer and creator of BCBG, Max Azria, with the property still named after him. </p><p>The 30,000 square-foot estate features 14 bedrooms, an infinity pool, a sauna and an in-home theatre. Not to mention, 3 acres of land, including gardens, a guesthouse and an Instagram-worthy greenhouse. And in terms of A-list neighbours, J-Lo can expect Tom Ford and Sean Parker, to name a few.</p><p>Unsurprisingly, the historic property comes with a hefty price tag, with the Azria Estate currently listed for an eye-watering $55 million. However, according to <em>TMZ, </em>Lopez is in negotiations about the price. </p><p>It is important to note that the property is currently in the midst of a legal dispute over an alleged breach of contract, between Max Azria's widow, Lubov Azria, and investor Ron Burkle who bought the estate in an auction for $30 million earlier this year.</p><p>It has been reported that Lopez has been in touch with both parties over negotiations. </p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck officially separated</a> last month, with <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary">Lopez filing for divorce after two years of marriage</a>. </p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-2004-break-up">The A-list couple</a> has been at the centre of <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">divorce speculation</a> since early 2024. And following the cancellation of Lopez's <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour">'This Is Me... Live’ tour</a>, and their decision to <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home">put their $60 million Beverly Hills property on the market</a>, it has long been reported that "Jennifer and Ben have been living separate lives".</p><p>"[Jennifer] tried really hard to make things work and is heartbroken," a source recently reported to<em> People, </em>explaining that "the kids are a top priority, as they always have been.”</p><p>Now, following the news of their official separation, Lopez is reportedly ready to embrace change in a major way, particularly in terms of her personal life.</p><p>A source close to Lopez reportedly opened up about the situation to<em> Page Six,</em> explaining that the 55-year-old singer "is looking to make over her image”, and soon.</p><p>“She is open to listening to new voices of those around her," the source explained. "She needs advice from some new people to add a new layer and get some new suggestions."</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_Wa6mMSC52/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Lopez has hinted at embracing change in a recent Instagram post - <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-breaks-silence-after-ben-affleck-divorce">her first public statement since filing for divorce from Affleck</a>, featuring two inspirational quotes that appeared to reference her situation.</p><p>"Everything is unfolding in divine order", read one, while another stated: "She's in bloom and unbothered, out of reach and at peace". And in a fitting detail, Lopez captioned the upload: "Oh, it was a summer."</p><p>"Absolutely divine; and in divine order indeed,” commented one fan on the viral post that raked in over 1.7 million likes. "New era J-Lo loading" read another.</p><p>"Queen! Love you!," another stated. "Everything is unfolding in its divine order. Can't wait to see you back where you belong. On stage and on top of the world."</p><p>Neither Lopez nor Affleck have spoken publicly about the divorce at this point, with a source telling <em>Entertainment Tonight</em> that both parties "are treating the separation with as much grace, understanding, and gentleness as they can".</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>After months of split rumours, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck</a> on their second wedding anniversary. The couple found themselves at the centre of break-up rumours in May when <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation" target="_blank">J-Lo attended the Met Gala without her husband</a>, and despite their <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jlo-divorce-rumours-photo" target="_blank">attempts to squash speculation</a> by being photographed wearing their wedding rings, they ultimately confirmed they have gone their separate ways. In the legal documents, J-Lo has listed their separation date as 26th April 2024. </p><p>Ahead of their divorce, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-incompatibility" target="_blank">Ben had spoken about their incompatibility</a> but <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-furious-humiliated-ben-affleck-split" target="_blank">J-Lo was reported to be 'furious and humiliated'</a> by the split just months after the release of her joint film and album <em>This Is Me... Now: A Love Story</em>, which was widely interpreted as a tribute to Ben and their relationship. While Ben has remained quiet about their break-up, J-Lo shared a selection of photos on Instagram last weekend with one image of a t-shirt which reads: "She's in bloom and unbothered / out of reach and at peace." The caption for the photo carousel simply reads: "Oh, it was a summer."</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_Wa6mMSC52/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>According to <a href="https://people.com/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-positive-focus-after-breakup-divorce-exclusive-8705193" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>People</em></a>, the pair are handling the break-up in different ways. A source told the publication that Ben is 'doing well' and 'slowly moving into his new home', adding: "He's where he wants to be: close to his kids and in a neighbourhood that he loves. He enjoys working too, and is very focused on the positives."</p><p>Another source added that while J-Lo is looking 'forward' and feels 'fortunate', she is finding things 'difficult' and there remains some 'bitterness'. They claimed: "She’s surrounded by family, friends and her kids... [she] always manages to have a positive outlook. The divorce is difficult for her, but she always finds a way to move forward."</p><p>In an article published by the magazine last week, a separate source claimed: "It’s really hit her hard. She’s very upset and disappointed with Ben."</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have officially separated,</a> with Lopez filing for divorce last month after <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-los-extravagant-dress-793423">two years of marriage</a>.<a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank"></a></p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u></u></a><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u>The A-list couple</u></a> has been at the centre of <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation"><u>divorce speculation</u></a> since early 2024. And following the cancellation of Lopez's <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour"><u>'This Is Me... Live' tour</u></a>, and their decision to put their <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home"><u>$60 million Beverly Hills property on the market</u></a>, it has long been reported that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours"><u></u></a>"Jennifer and Ben have been living separate lives".</p><p>"[Jennifer] tried really hard to make things work and is heartbroken," a source recently reported to <em>People</em>, explaining that "the kids are a top priority, as they always have been.”</p><p>“She’s very disappointed and sad," the source continued. "But Ben hasn’t given her any signs that he wants to continue their marriage.”</p><p>This week, Lopez broke her silence since filing for divorce from Affleck, posting a series of photos to Instagram. And in a seeming nod to her recent divorce, Lopez captioned the upload: "Oh, it was a summer."</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C_Wa6mMSC52/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Also featuring in the carousel of photographs were several inspirational quotes that appeared to hint at Lopez's situation. </p><p>The first reads, "Everything is unfolding in divine order". And the second: "She's in bloom and unbothered, out of reach and at peace".</p><p>The post has prompted an outpouring of love for the singer, raking in over 1.5 million likes and hundreds of heartfelt messages of support.</p><p>"You radiate strength, love and everything beautiful in life," read one fan's comment.</p><p>"Queen! Love you!," read another. "Everything is unfolding in its divine order. Can't wait to see you back where you belong. On stage and on top of the world."</p><p>Neither Lopez nor Affleck have directly spoken about the divorce, with a source telling <em>Entertainment Tonight</em> that both parties "are treating the separation with as much grace, understanding, and gentleness as they can". </p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck has broken his silence on the Kick Kennedy romance rumours ]]></title>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have officially separated,</a> with Lopez filing for divorce last week after <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-los-extravagant-dress-793423">two years of marriage</a>.<a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank"></a></p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u></u></a><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u>The A-list couple</u></a> has been at the centre of <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation"><u>divorce speculation</u></a> since early 2024. And following the cancellation of Lopez's <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour"><u>'This Is Me... Live' tour</u></a>, and their decision to put their <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home"><u>$60 million Beverly Hills property on the market</u></a>, it has long been reported that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours"><u></u></a>"Jen and Ben have been living separate lives".</p><p>"Ben continues to live at the Brentwood rental," sources explained via <em>People </em>ahead of the confirmation of their split. "He's been there for about two months now. He seems okay. He's been at his office every day and seems focused on work. He's also spending time with his kids."</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:75.00%;"><img id="T66WfnL3BkrQjio3SeQ8uR" name="Untitled design (45)" alt="Kick Kennedy attends a Remembrance for Robert F. Kennedy" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/T66WfnL3BkrQjio3SeQ8uR.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1000" height="750" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>Since news of the couple's official separation, Ben Affleck has also found himself at the centre of new romance rumours, with reports that the 52-year-old filmmaker has been spending time with 36-year-old Kathleen 'Kick' Kennedy, daughter of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.</p><p>A report via <em>Page Six</em> alleged that Affleck and Kennedy have been spotted together on several occasions this month, most notably in the Polo Lounge of the Beverly Hills Hotel. And rumours of an Affleck-Kennedy romance have consequently spread. </p><p>While Affleck has remained silent following the news of his separation from Lopez, he has spoken out over the rumours of a romance with Kick Kennedy, with his representatives shutting down the speculation.</p><p>"There is no truth to any of it. I don't know if they even know each other," Affleck's representatives told <em>People,</em> later adding via <em>the Standard:</em> “This is not true. They are not now or have ever dated.”</p><p>Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's divorce is ongoing, and both parties have remained silent following the news of their separation.</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have officially separated,</a> with Lopez filing for divorce this week after <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-los-extravagant-dress-793423">exactly two years of marriage</a>.<a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank"></a></p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u></u></a><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u>The A-list couple</u></a> has been plagued by <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation"><u>divorce speculation</u></a> since early 2024. And following the cancellation of Lopez's <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour"><u>'This Is Me... Live' tour</u></a>, and their decision to put their <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home"><u>$60 million Beverly Hills property on the market</u></a>, it has long been reported that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours"><u></u></a>"Jen and Ben have been living separate lives".</p><p>According to sources, one unlikely A-lister acted as a "mediator" for the former couple amid their separation - Ben Affleck's ex wife, Jennifer Garner. </p><p>Garner was married to Affleck from 2005 to 2018, with the former couple sharing three children, Violet, Fin, and Samuel. And according to sources, the <em>13 Going on 30</em> star played a critical role mediating between Lopez and Affleck in recent months.</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:75.00%;"><img id="7V8Y6hJgfyD2DGfq3HDxif" name="GettyImages-1821875692" alt="Jennifer Garner attends the Los Angeles premiere of Netflix's 'Family Switch'" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7V8Y6hJgfyD2DGfq3HDxif.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1000" height="750" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>"Jen [Garner] feels slightly used as a pawn in J.Lo's bid to repair her marriage - she doesn't believe it was intentional," a source reportedly told <em>Dailymail.com, </em>with Garner said to have encouraged Affleck and Lopez to work on their marriage.</p><p>"But when Jen realized her ex-husband's marriage was past the point of salvation, her only concern was Ben's wellbeing and sobriety.</p><p>"She was put in the middle," the source continued. "And her friends think - no matter how you look at it, a man's ex-wife should never have to play mediator in a divorce from his new wife. Especially when said wife was a big love who Jen was compared to throughout their 13-year marriage. She is happy that Ben is now happy."</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="SHsjf4XofQPHmW5PTiCVHG" name="GettyImages-966464496" alt="Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck sitting in a park in 2018" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SHsjf4XofQPHmW5PTiCVHG.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>This comes amid the reports that Lopez had been leaning on Garner, finding an "unexpected ally" in the Hollywood actress.</p><p>“She’s been helpful to J.Lo, and they’ve been relating to each other," a source explained of the unexpected friendship to<em> Us Weekly </em>earlier this year, adding how Garner has become a source of support. "Jennifer has been a surprising person for J.Lo to talk to.” </p><p>Both Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have remained silent following the news of their separation. </p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck spoke out about JLo incompatibility before divorce news ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Jennifer filed for divorce on Tuesday ]]>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Iris Goldsztajn is a freelance news writer for Marie Claire UK. She covers celebrity and royal news, and has previously written for titles including Marie Claire US, InStlyle, Women&#039;s Health, Bustle, Stylist and Red. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Iris was born and raised in France, and now lives in London. As an undergraduate at the University of California, she interned at goop and C California Style. Aside from her quasi-personal investment in celebs&#039; comings and goings, she is especially interested in debunking diet culture and de-stigmatising mental health struggles. Her Spotify Wrapped is riddled with country music and One Direction, and she can typically be found eating her body weight in cheap chocolate.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Ben Affleck was aware of the differences <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-bought-new-home-jennifer-lopez-birthday">between him and Jennifer Lopez</a> during their marriage.</p><p>After JLo sadly <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-filed-divorce-ben-affleck-second-wedding-anniversary">filed for divorce on Tuesday, 20 August</a>, some of Ben's previous comments about their relationship have resurfaced, and they give us an idea of some of the challenges the two faced as a couple — though we don't know at this time exactly what led to their separation.</p><p>"I had a very firm sense of boundaries initially around the press while Jen I don't think objected to it in the way I did. I very much did object to it," Ben said in his wife's documentary <em>The Greatest Love Story Never Told</em>, as reported by <a href="https://www.eonline.com/news/1406346/how-ben-affleck-hinted-at-being-incompatible-with-jennifer-lopez-months-before-split"><em>E! News</em></a>. The doc came out in February.</p><p>He continued: "I said, 'Listen, one of the things I don't want is a relationship on social media.' And then I sort of realised it's not a fair thing to ask. It's sort of like you're gonna marry a boat captain and you go, 'Well, I don't like the water.'</p><p>"We're just two people with kind of different approaches trying to learn to compromise."</p><p>The issue of how public to be has unfortunately been an ongoing difficulty in Ben and Jen's relationship. The two originally got together in 2002, but ended up splitting up in 2004 due in part to <a href="https://abc7ny.com/post/jennifer-lopez-jlo-files-divorce-ben-affleck-after-2-years-marriage-2-decades-after-split/15210620/#:~:text=They%20became%20known%2C%20even%20before,pressure%20of%20the%20public%20eye.">overwhelming public scrutiny</a>.</p><p>"My relationship [with Affleck] self-destructed in front of the entire world," Jennifer admitted in 2017 during an interview with <a href="https://www.vanityfair.com/style/2017/10/jennifer-lopez-alex-rodriguez-cover-story"><em>Vanity Fair</em></a>. "It was a two-year thing for me until I picked myself up again."</p><p>And just this June, Ben described the disparity <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-on-jennifer-lopez-level-of-fame">between his level of fame and Jennifer's</a>. Speaking on Kevin Hart's podcast, the actor said: "People are like, 'Hey, I like your movie,'" when they see him, whereas when they spot his wife: "they’re like 'AHHHH! JLO!'"</p><p>Sadly, Bennifer's second breakup hasn't come as a surprise for fans, as <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-seeing-each-other-every-few-days">divorce rumours</a> had been following them for months now. Now, after <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-furious-humiliated-ben-affleck-split">two years married</a>, their relationship is truly over. We wish Ben and Jen all the best as they navigate this tricky time.</p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck on their second wedding anniversary ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez has filed for divorce</a> from Ben Affleck after two years of marriage. The couple has been at the centre of split speculation for months, with <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation" target="_blank">reports first emerging that they had separated</a> in May of this year, and they have spent most of the summer living separately, with J-Lo largely in New York while Ben remained in Los Angeles.</p><p>According to court documents verified by <em>Sky News</em>, J-Lo has officially filed to legally separate from her husband of two years. She filed the papers on Tuesday 20th August - one of the couple's wedding anniversaries - marking exactly <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-los-extravagant-dress-793423" target="_blank">two years since their nuptials in Savannah, Georgia</a>. Bennifer famously had two weddings in 2022; a month before their lavish ceremony in August of that year, they had tied the knot officially in a small intimate Las Vegas wedding on July 16, 2022.</p><p>As per the official court documents, J-Lo has listed the date of their separation as 26th April and according to TMZ, the papers confirm that the couple did not sign a prenup before getting married.</p><p>J-Lo and Ben thrilled fans when they rekindled their relationship in 2021, twenty years after they originally called off their wedding. The pair had dated between 2002 and 2004, and despite getting engaged they decided to end their relationship after two years. In interviews, Jennifer called their reunion a 'beautiful love story' and earlier this year she released a joint film and album <em>This Is Me... Now: A Love Story</em>, which was widely interpreted as a tribute to their relationship. </p><p>However, reports began to suggest that Bennifer had parted ways as <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-moves-marital-home-belongings" target="_blank">Ben moved out of their marital home</a> in June and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-bought-new-home-jennifer-lopez-birthday" target="_blank"><u>bought a new pad in Los Angeles,</u></a> while <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-furious-humiliated-ben-affleck-split" target="_blank">J-Lo was said to be 'humiliated' by the split</a>. </p><p>A source told <em>PEOPLE</em> that she had 'really tried to make things work, and is heartbroken', adding: "The kids are a top priority, as they always have been."</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ J-Lo is 'furious and humiliated' by Ben Affleck split less than two years after their wedding ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ J-Lo is 'furious and humiliated' by Ben Affleck split less than two years after their wedding ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>When <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-on-jennifer-lopez-level-of-fame" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck rekindled their romance</a> almost twenty years after they called off their engagement, the noughties nostalgia was at an all-time high. The couple initially split in 2004 and went on to marry other people - J-Lo shares two children with her ex-husband, Marc Anthony, while Ben has <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-leaning-on-jennifer-garner" target="_blank">three children with ex-wife, Jennifer Garner</a> - but decided to give their relationship another go in 2021.</p><p>J-Lo and Ben went on to <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-rare-wedding-photos-poem-ben-affleck" target="_blank">marry in the summer of 2022</a>, but in May this year <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation" target="_blank">the couple became the subject of split speculation</a> following J-Lo's solo visit to the Met Gala and reports that Ben had moved out of their shared home. In the months since the initial reports landed, various outlets have reported that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-finalising-divorce-months-split-speculation" target="_blank">J-Lo and Ben are 'finalising' their divorce</a>, with <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-bought-new-home-jennifer-lopez-birthday" target="_blank">Ben buying a new home in Los Angeles</a> on her 55th birthday. </p><p>According to <em>Page Six</em>, one source has claimed that J-Lo has been left feeling 'humiliated' by the break-up after sharing so much about their relationship. The insider told the publication: "He's humiliated her because she made a big deal that he's the love of her life. They just had two weddings two years ago. This is some kind of a record, they're not young kids. There are five kids involved in this. She knew they were going to blend families. She has not fully accepted it is over"</p><p>Over the last two years, J-Lo has been vocal about their relationship and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-lo-ben-reunion-764147" target="_blank">called their reunion a 'beautiful love story'</a>. At the start of the year, she also released the joint film and album <em>This Is Me... Now: A Love Story</em>, which was widely interpreted as a tribute to Ben.</p><p>Neither Jennifer Lopez nor Ben Affleck has addressed the divorce rumours publicly, with one source telling ET that they are hoping to handle the 'separation with as much grace, understanding, and gentleness as they can'. </p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have been <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation" target="_blank">battling split rumours</a> since May, with reports claiming that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours" target="_blank">Ben had 'checked out' of his marriage</a> and was only <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-seeing-each-other-every-few-days" target="_blank">seeing his wife 'every few days'</a>. As the speculation grew, the pair attempted to dampen the public interest in their relationship by putting on a united front; Ben made sure <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jlo-divorce-rumours-photo" target="_blank">he was photographed wearing his wedding ring</a>, and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-responds-to-divorce-speculation" target="_blank">J-Lo had a sharp response for a journalist</a> who questioned her about her marriage during an interview. </p><p>However, by July more reports suggested that J-Lo and Ben had in fact decided to call it quits on their marriage after two years. The couple, who famously dated in the noughties before splitting in 2004, rekindled their relationship in 2021 and went on to say 'I do' the following year. But as J-Lo celebrated her 55th birthday last week, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-bought-new-home-jennifer-lopez-birthday" target="_blank">Ben was reportedly buying a new home for himself</a>, and she was selling her $23 million New York condo simultaneously. The couple had also recently listed their shared Beverly Hills mansion for a cool $68 million, just a year after buying it.</p><p>Now, sources close to the couple have claimed that Bennifer are close to finalising the legal paperwork to make their split official. An insider told <em>MailOnline</em>: "They finalised the divorce papers with her a month ago, but are waiting for the right time to drop them. At that time, they will release a joint statement that will say how they have much love for each other and how they fought to make it work, but couldn’t."</p><p>An additional source added: "Honestly, in the end they could not come to a compromise. What they had before is gone and they have both accepted it."</p><p>J-Lo and Ben have yet to publicly address any of the rumours around their reported split, and at the time of writing they have declined to confirm or deny if they are filing for divorce.</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Iris Goldsztajn is a freelance news writer for Marie Claire UK. She covers celebrity and royal news, and has previously written for titles including Marie Claire US, InStlyle, Women&#039;s Health, Bustle, Stylist and Red. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Iris was born and raised in France, and now lives in London. As an undergraduate at the University of California, she interned at goop and C California Style. Aside from her quasi-personal investment in celebs&#039; comings and goings, she is especially interested in debunking diet culture and de-stigmatising mental health struggles. Her Spotify Wrapped is riddled with country music and One Direction, and she can typically be found eating her body weight in cheap chocolate.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Both Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are reportedly making moves towards buying new, separate homes <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-seeing-each-other-every-few-days" target="_blank">as divorce rumours</a> rage on. And now, it has emerged that both spouses got one step further to that goal on a pretty important date: Jennifer's 55th birthday, on 24 July.</p><p>According to a report in<em> People,</em> Ben closed escrow (you'll know what this means if you're a die-hard <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/entertainment/jason-oppenheim-793714" target="_blank"><em>Selling Sunset </em>fan</a>) on his new $20.5 million mansion in Los Angeles on his wife's birthday, and Jen sold her $23 million New York condo that same day. Though Jennifer doesn't appear to have found a new home yet, <em>TMZ </em>has previously reported that she wants to.</p><p>In June, news broke that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-leaning-on-jennifer-garner" target="_blank">Bennifer</a> were selling their marital home in Beverly Hills, bought just last year, with the impressive mansion becoming publicly listed a few weeks later. Thanks to <a href="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/2571-Wallingford-Dr-Beverly-Hills-CA-90210/20532066_zpid/">this listing</a>, us nosy souls were able to find out that the house is going for the very cool, very normal sum of $68 million, and comes with luxury amenities such as 24 bathrooms and 80 parking spots.</p><p>Meanwhile, Ben's new home is in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles, and is a slightly more manageable size, with "just" five beds and six baths.</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C91SNz_OZTv/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>The fact that the <em>Gone Girl </em>actor was busy with real estate business on the singer's birthday isn't exactly shocking, as divorce rumours have been going around for months now — though the couple have yet to directly address these reports. In fact, J. Lo celebrated her birthday <em>sans </em>Ben on the East Coast of the United States, while he remained in California. The two <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-living-separate-lives" target="_blank">have spent most of the summer apart</a>, and have only been spotted together a handful of times since divorce rumours began.</p><p>Still, earlier this month, one source claimed <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-hope-of-reconciliation" target="_blank">there was a "sliver of hope"</a> that Jennifer and Ben could work things out and not divorce. The celebs tied the knot in 2022, having reunited in 2021 — 17 years after they initially broke up in 2004.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u>Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</u></a> have found themselves at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation"><u>centre of divorce speculation</u></a> in 2024, with reports that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours"><u>the couple is “having issues in their marriage”</u></a>. </p><p>Affleck is reported to have moved out of their shared family home, with sources alleging that the A-list couple has put their <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home">$60 million Beverly Hills property on the market</a>. And with <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour"><u>Lopez cancelling her 'This Is Me... Live' tour</u></a> to spend time with "her children, family and close friends", the speculation has only escalated. </p><p>"Jen and Ben have been living separate lives but have not officially separated yet," a source explained to <a href="https://www.etonline.com/jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-are-living-separate-lives-amid-split-rumors-source-says-227066"><u><em>Entertainment Tonight</em></u></a><em>. </em>"At this point, they are just doing their own thing. They went into their relationship very optimistic and thought things could change, but they haven't."</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/C9BIc-HyBi3/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>Amid the onslaught of rumours, there are multiple commentators who remain optimistic, explaining that there is certainly still hope for a reconciliation. </p><p>"Jennifer suggested they just take time to figure it out," a source recently explained to <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-have-hope-amid-marriage-woes-sources/" target="_blank"><em>Us Weekly</em></a>. And while doubling down on the speculation that Lopez and Affleck are currently "living separate lives", the source reported that there is still a "sliver of hope" for a reconciliation, with the couple still yet to make a decision.</p><p>"They are going through so much individually and as a couple," a separate source reported to the outlet. "They may take some time to see if this complicated moment can resolve itself and then come back to each other better people."</p><p>Lopez and Affleck have both chosen to remain silent amid the speculation around their marriage, but the <em>Second Act</em> star did post a <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-negativity-statement"><u>cryptic message about love overcoming negativity</u></a> to her website last month.</p><p>"It may seem like there's a lot of negativity out in the world right now," read the powerful statement. "But don't let the voices of a few drown out that there is soooo much love out there. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I love you all so much.”</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</a> have endured a difficult start to 2024, with the past few months seeing the Hollywood A-listers' marriage plagued by <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation"><u>divorce speculation</u></a>.</p><p>The reports that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours"><u>the couple was “having issues in their marriage"</u></a> first came earlier this year amid claims that Affleck had moved out of their shared family home. And sources have since informed<em> Us Weekly</em> that the couple was "taking some space to work out whether or not the relationship is right for both of them."</p><p>This week, speculation reached new heights, as <em>People</em> reported that Affleck had moved his belongings out of the couple's marital home, while Lopez was in Italy. </p><p>The <em>Marry Me</em> star travelled to Europe with a group of friends last month, spotted holidaying in Positano, on the Amalfi Coast, while Affleck stayed at home. And according to sources, it was during this time that the<em> Gone Girl</em> actor moved out his belongings.</p><p>"Ben continues to live at the Brentwood rental," sources went on to explain via <em>People</em>. "He's been there for about two months now. He seems okay. He's been at his office every day and seems focused on work. He's also spending time with his kids."</p><p>The rumoured move may have little to do with their marriage however, and actually more to do with their house sale, with the couple reportedly putting their <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home"><u>$60 million Beverly Hills marital home on the market</u></a>.</p><p>"Jen and Ben have been living separate lives but have not officially separated yet," a source reported to <a href="https://www.etonline.com/jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-are-living-separate-lives-amid-split-rumors-source-says-227066"><u><em>Entertainment Tonight</em></u></a><em> </em>last month.<em> </em>"At this point, they are just doing their own thing. They went into their relationship very optimistic and thought things could change, but they haven't."</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:1000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:75.00%;"><img id="sHmthx23Atn2qYaMoaVwNK" name="GettyImages-1411099361" alt="Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez walking down a street in Paris, France" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sHmthx23Atn2qYaMoaVwNK.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="1000" height="750" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>The reports come amid the news that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour"><u>Lopez has cancelled her 'This Is Me... Live' tour</u></a> to spend time with "her children, family and close friends". </p><p>"It may seem like there's a lot of negativity out in the world right now," read a <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-negativity-statement"><u>powerful statement by Lopez</u></a> to her website last month. "But don't let the voices of a few drown out that there is soooo much love out there. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I love you all so much.”</p><p>Both Lopez and Affleck have remained silent about the speculation around their marriage. </p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck has opened up about dealing with Jennifer Lopez's level of fame ]]></title>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys"><u>Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</u></a> are undoubtedly the most talked-about couple in the world, tying the knot in 2022 after rekindling their noughties relationship.</p><p>This year has seen their fame reach new heights, with the couple made the subject of constant speculation.</p><p>Affleck himself opened up about the frenzy - particularly around his wife, in a recent episode of Kevin Hart's podcast,<em> '</em>Hart to Heart', explaining the magnitude of Lopez's level of fame. </p><p>“People are like, ‘Hey, I like your movie,'" recalled Affleck of his fans' reactions when they see him, adding that when they see Lopez, "they’re like ‘AHHHH! J-LO!'"</p><p>“It’s amazing, you know what I mean?," he continued. "She's so famous ... people love her, and she really represents something important to people."</p><p>Affleck went on to recall one particular situation when the family of seven visited Times Square, and Lopez's level of fame was made clear.</p><p>"We get out of the car, we were going to a play, and I was like, ‘Fuck it, babe, we’re going to be late, we gotta walk a block and a half," Affleck recalled. </p><p>“We get out with her, all the kids, through Times Square, and the shit was like fuckin’ bananas,'“ he recalled. "I was like, ‘Oh my God.’ </p><p>"There was a lady, she was smoking weed, in a full purple skintight suit - she’s a heavy lady - and she starts running backwards filming, going ‘J-LO!!’ Like a herald. Then gets everyone else, they're all tourists, whatever, just moving.” </p><p>"We got, like, our five kids, me and Jen," he later continued. "[And] it feels like hundreds of people are now screaming."</p><p>"I'm also a little bit shy," Affleck later explained. "I don't like a lot of attention. This is why people see me and they're like, 'Why is this dude always mad? [It's] because someone had their camera sticking in my face."</p><figure class="van-image-figure  inline-layout" data-bordeaux-image-check ><div class='image-full-width-wrapper'><div class='image-widthsetter' style="max-width:2000px;"><p class="vanilla-image-block" style="padding-top:56.25%;"><img id="6b6QC8peVD4zyoPGSEpgXa" name="J LO GettyImages-1410859132" alt="Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are photographed in Paris" src="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6b6QC8peVD4zyoPGSEpgXa.jpg" mos="" align="middle" fullscreen="" width="2000" height="1125" attribution="" endorsement="" class=""></p></div></div><figcaption itemprop="caption description" class=" inline-layout"><span class="credit" itemprop="copyrightHolder">(Image credit: Getty Images)</span></figcaption></figure><p>It is not known when this episode of 'Hart to Heart' was recorded, but it does come amid reports that Affleck and Lopez are <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours"><u>“having issues in their marriage".</u></a></p><p>Affleck is reported to have moved out of their shared family home, with sources alleging that he and Lopez are on “two completely different pages.” And in recent weeks,  <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour"><u>Lopez has cancelled her 'This Is Me... Live' tour</u></a> to spend time with "her children, family and close friends".</p><p>"[They are] taking some space to work out whether or not the relationship is right for both of them,” sources explained via <em>Us Weekly.</em></p><p>"Jen and Ben have been living separate lives but have not officially separated yet," another source has reported to <a href="https://www.etonline.com/jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-are-living-separate-lives-amid-split-rumors-source-says-227066"><u><em>Entertainment Tonight</em></u></a><em>. </em>"At this point, they are just doing their own thing. They went into their relationship very optimistic and thought things could change, but they haven't."</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</a> have found themselves at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">centre of divorce speculation</a>, with reports that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours">the couple is “having issues in their marriage”</a>. </p><p>Affleck is reported to have moved out of their shared family home, with sources alleging that he and Lopez are on “two completely different pages.” </p><p>"[They are] taking some space to work out whether or not the relationship is right for both of them,” the sources via <em>Us Weekly</em> continued.</p><p>Speculation around Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's marriage escalated further this month, following the news that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour">Lopez had cancelled her 'This Is Me... Live' tour</a> to spend time with "her children, family and close friends". </p><p>"Jen and Ben have been living separate lives but have not officially separated yet," a source explained this week to <a href="https://www.etonline.com/jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-are-living-separate-lives-amid-split-rumors-source-says-227066" target="_blank"><em>Entertainment Tonight</em></a><em>.</em></p><p>"At this point, they are just doing their own thing. They went into their relationship very optimistic and thought things could change, but they haven't."</p><p>The source also commented on <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home">Lopez and Affleck's rumoured house sale</a>, with reports last week that the couple had put their $60 million marital home in Beverly Hills on the market. </p><p>"Jen is touring houses and shopping around for her own home," the source continued, via <em>Entertainment Tonight, </em>adding that the singer had been "leaning on her mom, sisters, and kids during this transitional period.</p><p>"Ben is sad about it all but focused on work, being a great dad and co-parenting well with Jennifer Garner," the source continued. "He has been leaning on Matt Damon and his close circle of guy friends."</p><p>The couple has remained silent about the speculation, but Lopez did post a <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-negativity-statement">cryptic message about love overcoming negativity</a> to her website earlier this month, with fans taking it as her response to the rumours. </p><p>"It may seem like there's a lot of negativity out in the world right now," read her powerful statement. "But don't let the voices of a few drown out that there is soooo much love out there. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I love you all so much.”</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p><p></p>
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                                <p>Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck aren't estranged <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">amid divorce rumours</a>, so that's something!</p><p>"They’re still friendly and see each other every few days," a source has just told <a href="https://people.com/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-remain-friendly-see-each-other-every-few-days-amid-marital-strain-exclusive-8661477"><em>People</em></a><em> </em>as <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-responds-to-divorce-speculation">all the drama unfolds</a> around their relationship.</p><p>Most recently, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-relationship-platonic-body-language-expert">the famous spouses</a> were spotted together at the <em>Gone Girl </em>actor's son Samuel's basketball game on 2 June, with a source telling <em>People</em>: "It's a good sign they were at the game together."</p><p>Before that, they attended Ben's daughter Violet's <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/celebrity/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-daughter-violet-graduation-party/">graduation party</a> at her mum Jennifer Garner's house in late May.</p><p>These public reunions for <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-focused-on-work">the couple</a> are significant because they've been hit by rumours of marital strife over the past few weeks, and have been spotted without each other more times than not — which of course has fed into the split speculation. Still, they were always <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jlo-divorce-rumours-photo">pictured with their wedding bands</a>, which helped to potentially dispel the rumours.</p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-negativity-statement">The noise</a> all started in mid-May, when anonymous sources began alleging that Ben and Jen <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours">were thinking of separating</a>. One source told <a href="https://www.intouchweekly.com/posts/jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-headed-for-a-divorce/"><em>InTouch</em></a> at the time that they were "headed for a divorce," while another told <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/ben-affleck-and-jennifer-lopez-are-having-issues-sources/"><em>Us Weekly</em></a> that they were "having issues in their marriage" but not planning to break up.</p><p>It later emerged that the two were living apart, with Ben staying in a rented home in Los Angeles. The latest news on that front is that the two have reportedly <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-sell-marital-home">put their Beverly Hills mansion on the market</a>, despite only purchasing it last year.</p><p>Jennifer and Ben have yet to directly address the rumours about their marriage, though J. Lo did cancel her <em>This Is Me...Live </em>US tour, <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxxx4nwdwnxo">citing</a> her reason for doing so as "taking time off to be with her children, family and close friends."</p><p>The two reconnected in mid-2021, 17 years after their original breakup, and married in 2022. They had previously been together between 2002 and 2004.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</a> are undoubtedly the most talked-about couple of the year, finding themselves at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">centre of divorce speculation</a>. </p><p>The couple initially dated in the early 2000s, ending their engagement in 2004, before rekindling their relationship in 2021, and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-rare-wedding-photos-poem-ben-affleck">tying the knot the following year</a>.</p><p>However, 2024 has seen the couple made the subject of divorce rumours, with reports that they are “having issues in their marriage”. </p><p>Affleck is reported to have moved out of their shared family home, with sources alleging that he and Lopez are on “two completely different pages”. </p><p>“They are taking some space to work out whether or not the relationship is right for both of them,” the sources continued. </p><p>This week, speculation escalated further as it was reported that the couple had put their $60 million marital home on the market. </p><p>According to a report via <em>TMZ,</em> Lopez and Affleck have decided to "quietly" sell their shared 12-bedroom Beverly Hills home, hiring real estate agent Santiago Arana for the sale. </p><p>The couple purchased the 46,000 square-foot property a year ago, featuring 12 bedrooms, 24 bathrooms, a sports lounge and bar. Not to mention, a 5,000 square foot guest house, guard house and a 12-car garage.</p><p>The reports come amid the news that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour">Lopez has cancelled her 'This Is Me... Live' tour</a>, citing the need to spend time with "her children, family and close friends."</p><p>"I am completely heartsick and devastated about letting you down," Lopez announced in a personal statement to fans. "Please know that I wouldn't do this if I didn't feel that it was absolutely necessary. </p><p>"I promise I will make it up to you and we will all be together again. I love you all so much. Until next time…" </p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Jennifer Lopez has released a powerful statement about “negativity” amid Ben Affleck divorce rumours  ]]></title>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-focused-on-work">Jennifer Lopez</a> is one of the most talked-about women in the world in 2024, with the 54-year-old singer and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys">her marriage to actor Ben Affleck</a> surrounded with negative speculation.</p><p>The A-list couple has found themselves at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">centre of divorce rumours</a> this year, with reports that Affleck has moved out of their shared home amid the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours">couple “having issues in their marriage”</a>.</p><p>And following the subsequent <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-cancels-tour">cancellation of Lopez's 'This Is Me... Live' tour</a>, citing the need to spend time with her family, the singer has faced an onslaught of negativity.</p><p>J-Lo made the shock announcement last week, with representatives for Live Nation confirming the news, stating: "Jennifer is taking time off to be with her children, family and close friends."</p><p>"I am completely heartsick and devastated about letting you down," Lopez announced in a personal statement to fans. "Please know that I wouldn't do this if I didn't feel that it was absolutely necessary. </p><p>"I promise I will make it up to you and we will all be together again. I love you all so much. Until next time…"</p><p>In the days since however, the singer has been the subject of a string of online trolling and bullying.</p><p>This is something Lopez appeared to address in her most recent newsletter, where she opened up about negativity and gave a reminder of how much love there is out there.</p><p>"It may seem like there's a lot of negativity out in the world right now," read her statement. "But don't let the voices of a few drown out that there is soooo much love out there. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I love you all so much.”</p><p>Amid the negativity, A-listers have been defending the singer, with actor Eiza González speaking out about her treatment in a recent social media post.</p><p>“I have to say the level of bullying that this woman has received in the last few months is so disturbing and heartbreaking,” read her statement on Instagram Stories. </p><p>She later continued: "People are humans, make mistakes and some have personal things happening while also having to be constantly perfect in the public eye. The world is a pretty complicated place. The best thing we could be doing right now is be kind. We have no clue what people are experiencing.”</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's relationship is 'more platonic than romantic' according to body language expert ]]></title>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have been at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation" target="_blank">centre of divorce rumours</a> for weeks now, with claims that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours" target="_blank">Ben has 'checked out of their marriage'</a> and is no longer living in their $60 million mega mansion. The couple had not been seen together in public since March, and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/jennifer-lopez-met-gala-gown" target="_blank">J-Lo surprised many by attending the Met Gala</a> last month without her husband. But in the wake of the growing break-up speculation the pair have been photographed in LA with Ben attempting to quiet chatter about their relationship <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jlo-divorce-rumours-photo" target="_blank">by wearing his wedding ring once again</a>, and J-Lo offering a curt response to a reporter <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-responds-to-divorce-speculation" target="_blank">who openly asked her about the divorce rumours</a>. </p><p>Last week, J-Lo also cancelled her <em>This Is Me... Live</em> tour this summer - with the star releasing a statement saying that she would be 'taking time off to be with her children, family and close friends' - and this weekend she was spotted with Ben once again in LA, attending his son Samuel's basketball game. They arrived separately, and pictures of them greeting each other with a conservative kiss on the cheek instantly hit the headlines; while some fans believe that the formal greeting gives weight to the split rumours, others have argued that there's no truth to them considering that the couple is spending time together.</p><p>However, body language expert Blanca Cobb has since claimed that the 'vibe between Ben and Jen is cordial'. In an interview with <a href="https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-body-language-more-platonic-than-romantic-split-rumors-swirl-expert" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>Fox News Digital</em>,</a> she said: "It's a kiss on the cheek, like when you see a friend. Even his stance, the way his body is angled, is more platonic than romantic. And his feet are in a runner's pose, as if he's there for a few seconds before he moves on."</p><p>Continuing to share her thoughts on the images, Cobb added: "If the couple is having relationship difficulties, then it makes sense. When you love someone, and you're going through a hard time, you might show reserved affection."</p><p>Neither Ben nor J-Lo has publicly commented on the rumours, but Jennifer is reportedly 'sad' yet 'relived' that she is no longer committing to her tour. A source told <em>People</em>: "Life is a lot right now. As sad as she was to cancel the tour, she’s also relieved. She needs to take care of herself. The decision was something that her team encouraged," the source adds. "Everyone is supportive of her focusing on family right now."</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Jennifer Lopez is “focused on work” amid the speculation around a Ben Affleck divorce ]]></title>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jenny.proudfoot@futurenet.com (Jenny Proudfoot) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jenny Proudfoot ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/P5ZhtRdD4Mj6SFUFt9hXpf.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</a> have found themselves at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">centre of divorce speculation</a>, with reports that the couple is “having issues in their marriage”. </p><p>The A-list couple first dated in the early noughties, breaking off their engagement in 2004. The pair then famously rekindled their relationship 17 years later, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-rare-wedding-photos-poem-ben-affleck">going on to tie the knot in 2022</a>. </p><p>However, 2024 has seen the couple made the subject of intense speculation, with Lopez and Affleck not seen in public together for months. </p><p>According to a report via <em>TMZ</em>, Affleck has moved out of their shared family home, with a source telling <em>Us Weekly</em> that the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-checked-out-relationship-divorce-rumours">actor has been “checked out” and that the “honeymoon phase is over”</a>. </p><p>Lopez and Affleck are reported to be taking some time to evaluate their relationship, with sources reporting that the pair is on “two completely different pages”. </p><p>“They are taking some space to work out whether or not the relationship is right for both of them,” the sources continued. </p><p>But while Affleck has been keeping a low profile amid the ongoing speculation, Lopez has been front and centre - first with the release of <em>Atlas</em>, and now with her upcoming tour. </p><p>“She’s back in L.A. for tour rehearsals,” a source told <em>People</em>. “She seems okay. She’s very focused on work.”</p><p>The couple has remained silent over the rumours, with <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-responds-to-divorce-speculation">J-Lo only commenting on the speculation to shut it down</a> during a recent press conference for her new film <em>Atlas</em>. </p><p>“Is your divorce with Ben Affleck real?", a reporter asked the producer during the <em>Atlas</em> press conference, to which Lopez responded: “You know better than that."</p><p>The 54 year old later took to social media <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/Jennifer-lopez-friendly-reminder">to issue a “friendly reminder”</a>, posting a video of a billboard Netflix had created for her, reading “Don’t F with J Lo”. </p><p><em>Atlas</em> is available to watch on Netflix now.</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck has reportedly 'checked out' of his marriage to Jennifer Lopez ]]></title>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>The <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck divorce rumours</a> are showing no signs of slowing down, and while the couple has remained quiet about the claims surrounding their relationship they have addressed the speculation in subtler ways. During a press conference for her new film <em>Atlas</em>, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-responds-to-divorce-speculation" target="_blank">J-Lo had a firm response</a> when asked about whether or not the divorce rumours were true, and her co-star Simu Liu immediately stepped in to shut down questions about her personal life, telling one reporter: "Okay, we're not doing that. Thank you so much guys, we really appreciate it."</p><p>Ben has also appeared to try and dampen the commentary around a potential separation, and he was <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-jlo-divorce-rumours-photo" target="_blank">photographed wearing his wedding ring</a> again just days after being spotted without it. </p><p>Despite the fact that J-Lo appeared on <em>Jimmy Kimmel Live!</em> last week and was happy to talk about <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/j-lo-engagement-ring-774443" target="_blank">her engagement ring from Ben</a> - and later shared a <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/Jennifer-lopez-friendly-reminder" target="_blank">'friendly reminder'</a> on social media amidst the divorce speculation - the couple has been unable to escape the mounting interest in their relationship status. Now, a report from <em>Us Weekly</em> has claimed that Ben and Jennifer are taking some time apart to work out 'whether or not the relationship is right for both of them', but added that they are on 'two completely different pages most of the time.'</p><p>The source told the publication: "He’s been checked out... The honeymoon phase has worn off."</p><p>The insider also claimed that Ben and J-Lo were having 'significant arguments', adding: "Over time, Jennifer and Ben found it increasingly difficult to communicate effectively and small misunderstandings grew into significant arguments."</p><p>The article has also alleged that finances and parenting have played a part in their reported rough patch, but Ben's ex-wife Jennifer Garner - with whom he shares three children - is said to be supporting the actor, with a source telling <em>People</em>: "She wants him happy and healthy so he can be the best dad possible."</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</a> have to be the most talked-about couple in the world, finding themselves at the centre of speculation and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">plagued by “divorce” rumours</a> this week.</p><p>The couple rekindled their early noughties relationship back in 2021, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-rare-wedding-photos-poem-ben-affleck">going on to tie the knot in 2022</a>. And ever since, they have been happily front and centre, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jlo-ben-affleck-blended-family">living a "blended" family life</a>.</p><p>However, in recent months the A-list couple has not been seen in public together, with Lopez making a solo appearance at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/live/met-gala-red-carpet-live-2024">2024 Met Gala</a> - something that prompted concern from fans. And in the past week, the online interest has escalated to speculation of a split, with reports that Affleck had moved out of their family home.</p><p>A source, via <em>TMZ</em>, reported that Affleck “left a house that he&apos;s been seen coming from and going to ... and where we&apos;re told he&apos;s been spending the night as well,” adding to rumours of an alleged separation. A source via <em>Us Weekly </em>also commented, reporting that the couple were not divorcing but were “having issues in their marriage”. </p><p>Both Lopez and Affleck have remained silent amid the public scrutiny, choosing not to comment on the speculation. </p><p>This week however, during a press conference for J-Lo’s new film <em>Atlas</em>, a journalist uncomfortably put her on the spot, bringing up the divorce speculation and asking the actress, "Is your divorce with Ben Affleck real?"</p><p>While Lopez didn’t hide her shock at the question, her co-star Simu Liu immediately came to her defence, responding: "Okay, we&apos;re not doing that. Thank you so much guys, we really appreciate it. Thank you."</p><p>Lopez then went on to personally shut down the journalist’s question with a five word response - "You know better than that."</p><p>"Come on,” Liu added. “Don&apos;t come in here with that energy, please." </p><p>Returning to the subject of the film, Liu went on to praise Lopez, calling her a “boss” and opening up about how much she cares as a producer.</p><p>"If I could just end on one thing,” Liu announced to the room. “Jen is a producer on this movie, and the reason why I&apos;m here and why Sterling was in this beautiful movie is because Jen cares. And Jen cares about things like representation and diversity, and she&apos;s a boss."</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Iris Goldsztajn is a freelance news writer for Marie Claire UK. She covers celebrity and royal news, and has previously written for titles including Marie Claire US, InStlyle, Women&#039;s Health, Bustle, Stylist and Red. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Iris was born and raised in France, and now lives in London. As an undergraduate at the University of California, she interned at goop and C California Style. Aside from her quasi-personal investment in celebs&#039; comings and goings, she is especially interested in debunking diet culture and de-stigmatising mental health struggles. Her Spotify Wrapped is riddled with country music and One Direction, and she can typically be found eating her body weight in cheap chocolate.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Ben Affleck is still very much committed to <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/jennifer-lopez-met-gala-gown">wife Jennifer Lopez</a>, if his choice of accessory is anything to go by.</p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-rare-wedding-photos-poem-ben-affleck">Bennifer</a> have sadly been hit by loads of divorce rumours over the past week or so, but a new photo of Ben proudly sporting his wedding ring while out on the town has shut down the whispers — at least to an extent.</p><p>In the picture, published by the <a href="https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13445957/Ben-Affleck-wears-wedding-Jennifer-Lopez-marital-woes.html"><em>Daily Mail</em></a>, the <em>Gone Girl </em>actor can be seen leaving the celeb hotspot restaurant Giorgio Baldi in Santa Monica, California, on Tuesday. He also doesn't look thrilled to be photographed by the paparazzi, which is in line with his <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/celebrity/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-relationship-on-social-media/">desire to lay low</a> as far as A-listers go.</p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-divorce-rumours-speculation">The divorce rumours</a> began last week, when a source told <a href="https://www.intouchweekly.com/posts/jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-headed-for-a-divorce/"><em>In Touch</em></a>: "Ben already moved out and they’ll likely have to sell the dream house they spent two years searching for. They’ll never stop loving each other, but she can’t control him, and he can’t change her. There’s no way it could have lasted."</p><p>Shortly afterwards, a source told <a href="https://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-news/news/ben-affleck-and-jennifer-lopez-are-having-issues-sources/"><em>Us Weekly</em></a>: "Jen and Ben are having issues in their marriage. They started having issues a few months ago as Jen had started ramping up work commitments and prepping for her tour." However, <em>Us Weekly</em>'s sources said that the two weren't planning on separating despite their alleged marital issues.</p><p>Claims from anonymous insiders have continued to pop up in the media, but Ben and Jen themselves are following a "business as usual" approach. They were <a href="https://people.com/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-smile-in-car-amid-marriage-tension-photo-8650967">spotted</a> together in a car over the weekend, and have both worn their wedding rings while out in public.</p><p>During an appearance on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4BzAdwUfJA&ab_channel=JimmyKimmelLive"><em>Jimmy Kimmel Live!</em></a><em> </em>earlier this week, J-Lo <a href="https://www.marieclaire.com/celebrity/jennifer-lopez-briefly-mentions-ben-affleck-jimmy-kimmel-live/">talked about</a> her engagement ring from Ben, further signalling that there's nothing to see here. Whatever is happening between them (if anything!), we hope they're able to sort it out.</p>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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                                <p>When <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck rekindled</a> their relationship almost twenty years after their infamous break-up, it became the ultimate nostalgic reunion for anyone who watched them fall in love in the noughties. The <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reveals-why-called-off-wedding-ben-affleck" target="_blank">couple had called off their engagement</a> in early 2004, but in 2021 they gave their relationship another chance and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-rare-wedding-photos-poem-ben-affleck" target="_blank">were married the following summer</a>. </p><p>Over the last few years, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jlo-ben-affleck-blended-family" target="_blank">J-Lo has spoken about their blended family</a> (Ben shares three children with his ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, while J-Lo shares her twin children with with ex-husband, Marc Anthony) and opened up about how their split in 2004 <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-breakup-heartbreak" target="_blank">was 'the biggest heartbreak of [her] life'</a>. Just a few months ago, she released her autobiographical musical rom-com film <em>This Is Me... Now: A Love Story</em> which creatively documented their relationship. </p><p>However, Bennifer has been plagued by 'divorce' rumours this week with reports that Ben has moved out of their shared home. According to <a href="https://www.tmz.com/2024/05/16/ben-affleck-leave-brentwood-los-angeles-home-jennifer-lopez-split-divorce-rumor/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>TMZ</em></a>, a source told them that 'he left a house that he's been seen coming from and going to ... and where we're told he's been spending the night as well.' Further fanning the flames, an article by <em>I</em><a href="https://www.intouchweekly.com/posts/jennifer-lopez-and-ben-affleck-headed-for-a-divorce/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>nTouch</em></a> claimed that they're 'headed for a divorce'. </p><p>Neither Ben nor Jennifer have commented publicly on the rumours, but that hasn't stopped speculation about the status of their relationship. The couple has not been seen together publicly since March, and J-Lo made a solo appearance at the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/live/met-gala-red-carpet-live-2024" target="_blank">2024 Met Gala</a> earlier this month while Ben was <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/gisele-bundchen-disappointed-by-disrespectful-tom-brady-jokes" target="_blank">at the filing for The Greatest Roast Of All Time: Tom Brady</a> the night before the annual fashion event. </p><p>In a new update, both J-Lo and Ben have reportedly been spotted separately since the rumours started, and are both said to be wearing their wedding rings. Another source claimed to <em>US Weekly</em> that while they are 'having issues in their marriage' they aren't divorcing. </p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jenny Proudfoot is an award-winning journalist, specialising in entertainment, feminism, careers, travel, international development and politics. After working at MC UK for seven years - rising from intern to Features Editor - she is now a freelance contributor to the News and Features sections. In 2021, Jenny was named as a winner on the PPA&#039;s &#039;30 under 30&#039; list, and was also listed as a rising star in journalism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Jenny graduated from the University of East Anglia with a degree in International Development with French, specialising in politics and gender studies. During her time at Marie Claire UK, she was renowned for championing women&#039;s voices - be it directly from the Formula 1 pit-lane, or on the red carpet at the Toronto Film Festival. Interviewing Jessica Chastain, Jude Law and Emilia Clarke have been her biggest pinch-me moments, but she’s still holding out hope for sit-downs with Michelle Obama, Reese Witherspoon and the Olsen twins before she hangs up her dictaphone.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/Jennifer-garner-mark-ruffalo-reunion">Jennifer Garner</a> is one of the most talked-about women in the world, taking a step back from the cameras in recent weeks following a personal loss. </p><p>The 52-year-old confirmed the news last month that her father William had died at the age of 85, praising his "gentle demeanour and quiet strength" in a beautiful tribute. </p><p>Garner has expressed her gratitude to her father, "for how he teased with a mischievous smile, and for the way he invented the role of all in, ever patient girl dad...for his work ethic, leadership and faith."</p><p>In the weeks since her father&apos;s passing, Garner has reportedly been surrounded by a solid support network, including that of ex husband <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jlo-ben-affleck-blended-family">Ben Affleck</a>.</p><p>The former couple, who were married from 2005 to 2018 and share three children, are reported to be in regular contact, with Affleck "actively involved" in supporting his ex wife following her father&apos;s death.</p><p>"[Ben] has been checking in on her and making sure she knows he is there for her since her dad&apos;s passing," a source told<em> </em><a href="https://www.etonline.com/how-ben-affleck-has-been-supporting-ex-jennifer-garner-after-her-dads-death-224582" target="_blank"><em>Entertainment Tonight</em></a><em>.</em> "It was the kids&apos; grandfather and Ben and him always got along. He considered him family and always will."</p><p>It is thought that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/j-lo-ben-affleck-new-single-cant-get-enough">Jennifer Lopez</a>, Affleck&apos;s wife, could also be a support to Garner, with the source adding that "Jennifer and Jen have gotten closer", something the source explains "is nice for both of them".</p><p>Also on hand is Garner&apos;s partner John Miller, with the source reporting that "Jennifer Garner and John Miller are doing well and they have talked about escalating their relationship to the next level."</p><p>"There is so much to say about my dad," Garner&apos;s announcement concluded. "My sisters and I will never be done talking about how wonderful he was, so bear with us - but for today I share these memories with my appreciation for the kind and brilliant man, father and grandfather he was, as well as the loving legacy he left behind."</p><p>We will continue to update this story.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ J-Lo's new song offers a very intimate insight into her relationship with Ben Affleck ]]></title>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-rare-wedding-photos-poem-ben-affleck" target="_blank">J-Lo and Ben Affleck</a> are the comeback couple that restored our faith in celebrity romance. And now, the singer has celebrated their love with the lead single from her new album, <em>This Is Me...Now. </em>And it&apos;s safe to say the lyrics from <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jlo-teases-a-new-song-dedicated-to-ben-affleck-with-album-announcement" target="_blank"><em>Can&apos;t Get Enough</em></a> give us quite an...<em>intimate</em> insight into <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-sweetest-speech-about-jennifer-lopez" target="_blank">J-Lo and Ben&apos;s relationship</a>. </p><p>&apos;Give me that touchin’, teasin’/So good I can’t believe it,&apos; J-Lo sings, calling her love &apos;too good to be true&apos;, saying, &apos;you know I can’t get enough&apos;. Steamy. </p><p>It&apos;s been reported (via <a href="https://stylecaster.com/entertainment/music/1695499/cant-get-enough-jennifer-lopez-lyrics/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>Style Caster</em></a>) that the song was performed by Jen at her wedding reception, dedicating the tune to her husband Ben Affleck. J-Lo described the process of writing the song in an interview <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8d8fq0OFxOo&t=1785s" target="_blank">Zane Lowe</a> on his Apple Music 1 show, explaining: "[It feels like] authentic rhythms and melodies and more than anything, a feeling in the music, and I think that’s what a lot of people who heard the album in its early days were feeling, they were like, &apos;There’s something true about this&apos;.</p><p>"There&apos;s something that feels gritty and honest and raw and real and vulnerable and brave about this music from all of these people, not just from me. I love it. I feel like <em>Can’t Get Enough</em> is a perfect way to kind of come out of the box with this one because it does have that like my performance energy."</p><div class="youtube-video" data-nosnippet ><div class="video-aspect-box"><iframe data-lazy-priority="high" data-lazy-src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/8UMnAIaBofo?start=2" allowfullscreen></iframe></div></div><p>The video for <em>Can&apos;t Get Enough</em> shows J-Lo poking fun at herself, considering Ben is her fourth marriage. She&apos;s depicted in several different bridal gowns, nodding not only to her marriages but that she&apos;s played the bride role plenty of times over the years in films like <em>Wedding Planner</em> and <em>Monster In Law</em>, as well as more recently in <em>Marry Me</em> and <em>Shotgun Wedding</em>. </p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-matching-tattoo-meaning" target="_blank">Ben and J-Lo</a> wed in July 2022 and seem blissfully happy by all accounts. The couple were previously engaged in 2002 before they called the wedding off, only to reunite 20 years later. In Jen&apos;s 2014 memoir, <a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/True-Love-Jennifer-Lopez/dp/0451468694" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>True Love</em></a>, the singer <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reveals-why-called-off-wedding-ben-affleck" target="_blank">referred to her and Ben’s breakup as her &apos;first real heartbreak&apos;</a>. We&apos;re here for the second-chance romance. </p><p><em>This Is Me… Now </em>will be released on 16th February 2024, and is J-Lo&apos;s first album in almost a decade. </p><h2 id="can-apos-t-get-enough-full-lyrics">Can&apos;t Get Enough: Full lyrics</h2><p><strong>[Intro]</strong><br>I just wanna<br>I just feel like, ooh<br>Every time I see ya<br>I just, ooh, hey (<em>Get it, boy</em>)</p><p><strong>[Verse 1]</strong><br>I feel like startin’ something<br>You got my engine runnin’<br>You got the keys to turn me on and on<br>You got me acceleratin’ want to celebrate it<br>Can’t nothing take me out my zone<br>It’s on</p><p><strong>[Pre-Chorus]</strong><br>When it feels right<br>Nothing else matters<br>Is this real life?<br>Too good to be true<br>Take me all night<br>I can feel the passion<br>In your eyes<br>I’m still in love with you</p><p><strong>[Chorus]</strong><br>You know I can’t get enough (I love that shit)<br>You know I can’t get enough (You love that shit)<br>You know I can’t get enough (Give me all that shit)<br>Can’t get enough<br>You know I can’t get enough (I love that shit)<br>You know I can’t get enough (You love that shit)<br>You know I can’t get enough (Give me all that shit)<br>Can’t get enough of you</p><p><strong>[Post-Chorus]</strong><br>I’m still in love<br>With you, boy</p><p><strong>[Interlude]</strong><br>I just wanna<br>I just feel like<br>Every time I see ya, it&apos;s like<br>Oh, hey (<em>Get it, boy</em>)<br><br><strong>[Verse 2]</strong><br>Give me that touchin&apos;, teasin&apos;<br>So good I can&apos;t believe it<br>Don&apos;t wanna share with no one else<br>You&apos;re always the one I needed (Needed)<br>Don&apos;t gotta keep a secret (Secret)<br>But I let you keep me to yourself (Self)<br><br><strong>[Pre-Chorus]</strong><br>&apos;Cause, bae, it feels like<br>Nothing else matters<br>Is this real life?<br>Too good to be true<br>Take me all night<br>I can feel the passion<br>In your eyes<br>I&apos;m still in love with you</p><p><strong>[Chorus]</strong><br>You know I can&apos;t get enough (I love that shit)<br>You know I can&apos;t get enough (You love that shit)<br>You know I can&apos;t get enough (Give me all that shit)<br>Can&apos;t get enough<br>You know I can&apos;t get enough (I love that shit)<br>You know I can&apos;t get enough (You love that shit)<br>You know I can&apos;t get enough (Give me all that shit)<br>Can&apos;t get enough of you<br><br><strong>[Post-Chorus]</strong><br>I&apos;m still in love<br>With you, boy<br>I&apos;m still in love<br>With you, boy<br><br><strong>[Outro]</strong><br>I can&apos;t get enough of you<br>It&apos;s the way you love me, the way you touch me<br>It&apos;s the way you look at me<br>Can&apos;t get enough (Can&apos;t get enough)<br>Of you, boy</p><p><br></p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Maisie has over six years journalism experience as a writer and editor, covering Royal News, Showbiz, Lifestyle content, as well as Shopping Writing and E-Commerce, for print and digital publications, including Marie Claire, Hello!, Fabulous, Mail Online and Yahoo!. When she’s not scouring brands for Kate Middleton’s exact outfit – right down to her nail polish and earrings – or has her nose to the ground for celeb break ups, make ups, babies, and beauty hacks, you will find her eating her way through London’s restaurants in search of pizza and picante’s, debating whether or not she really needs yet another pair of black heeled boots, adding to her travel bucket list, and endlessly trawling through pug accounts on Instagram.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-explains-nickname-705096" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez</a>and Ben Affleck kept their rekindled romance under wraps at first. </p><p>The couple were first engaged in 2002 but <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reveals-why-called-off-wedding-ben-affleck" target="_blank">days before their 2003 wedding they called it off.</a> However, fast forward to 2021 and Bennifer had officially reunited, with Ben proposing the following year and the couple tying the knot in a <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-los-extravagant-dress-793423" target="_blank">private Las Vegas wedding ceremony</a> last August.</p><p>The three-day affair took place on the couple’s stunning estate in Savannah, Georgia, which Ben bought for $7.1 million back in 2003. </p><p>One year on and J-Lo has taken to social media to publicly mark their wedding anniversary by sharing two never before seen photos from their special day. </p><p>One image captured Ben holding Jen in his arms as she beamed with happiness at her spouse. </p><p>In the first shot, viewers can glimpse Jen&apos;s Ralph Lauren high neck handkerchief wedding dress, while the second snap captures the evening reception and J.Lo&apos;s second outfit change. </p><p>The second photograph captures J.Lo in a v-plunge skintight beaded ensemble, laden in pearls, as she kisses Ben to a backdrop of vibrant fireworks exploding behind them. </p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CwMe-XSOrdy/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>J.Lo captioned the Instagram post with a heartfelt poem for her husband, writing: "One year ago today.</p><p>"Dear Ben, Sitting here alone/Looking at my ring ring/Feeling overwhelmed/It makes me wanna sing sing.</p><p>"How did we end up here/Without a rewind/Oh my/This is my life…</p><p>"Jennifer."</p><p>The post has racked up over 900,000 likes on the photo-sharing site, and the hitmaker has been flooded with positive comments from fans. </p><p>One social media user commented: "Happy anniversary Queen you deserve all the happiness in the world."</p><p>Another gushed: "Dream such a beautiful couple", while another added: "You deserve all the love in the world. So happy for you 2."</p><p>Adorable.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Maisie has over six years journalism experience as a writer and editor, covering Royal News, Showbiz, Lifestyle content, as well as Shopping Writing and E-Commerce, for print and digital publications, including Marie Claire, Hello!, Fabulous, Mail Online and Yahoo!. When she’s not scouring brands for Kate Middleton’s exact outfit – right down to her nail polish and earrings – or has her nose to the ground for celeb break ups, make ups, babies, and beauty hacks, you will find her eating her way through London’s restaurants in search of pizza and picante’s, debating whether or not she really needs yet another pair of black heeled boots, adding to her travel bucket list, and endlessly trawling through pug accounts on Instagram.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/tag/jennifer-lopez" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Jennifer Lopez</a> - also known as JLo - <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reveals-why-called-off-wedding-ben-affleck" target="_blank">rekindled her relationship with Ben Affleck 20 years after the couple started dating. </a></p><p>The pair&apos;s relationship has gone from strength to strength, and we think they are absolute #couplegoals, especially with their <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-matching-tattoo-meaning" target="_blank">matching tattoos</a>.</p><p>JLo and Ben - <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-los-extravagant-dress-793423" target="_blank">who married </a>in 2022 after Ben proposed earlier in the year - have frequently spoken out about their relationship journey, even if it <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-feels-uncomfortable-jennifer-lopez-reminiscing-over-love-story" target="_blank">makes Ben feel slightly uncomfortable. </a></p><p>The latest insight the <em>Ain&apos;t Your Mama</em> hitmaker has given us into her marriage with the <em>Gone Girl </em>actor is around their blended family and parenthood. </p><p>The 53-year-old singer and actor has 15-year-old twins, Max and Emme, with ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Ben has Samuel, Seraphina and Violet with former partner Jennifer Garner. </p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/shopping/jennifer-lopez-revolve-footwear" target="_blank">The <em>Maid in Manhattan </em>star </a>has found the teenage years "challenging". </p><p>Speaking about parenting her teenagers on <em>Live with Kelly and Mark, </em>JLo said: "It&apos;s almost five teenagers.  The younger is 11, so he&apos;s not quite, but pre-teen. He&apos;s an angel.</p><p>"But the teenage years are tough. It&apos;s challenging. You have this baby for a while and then it&apos;s like, your best little friend who loves being with you all the time, and then all of a sudden it&apos;s like, &apos;Get out of my room.&apos;"</p><p>"It&apos;s a time when they are individuation, and they are challenging everything you say and everything you do and everything you are, and that&apos;s what it is. And you have to kind of just ride the waves.</p><p>"I feel like it&apos;s surfing. I&apos;m riding the waves, and then it&apos;s like, &apos;Oops, I just got knocked over!&apos; Now, I&apos;m back, I&apos;m back!"</p><p>Jennifer believes mothers do have a harder time parenting than dads. </p><p>She continued: "I think it&apos;s particularly hard on mums, because they always love dad, they&apos;re always like, &apos;Dad&apos;s the best!&apos; — and I was like that with my dad too. And my mom told me, and I&apos;ll say it to you right now, on TV in front of everybody. I understand you so much more now."</p><p>JLo reflected on her parenting skills, in comparison to her mums, and has hinted she is a little more relaxed. </p><p>She explained: "I&apos;m just a little bit looser. I think my mom, for a long time, was a stay-at-home mom, and I&apos;ve always been a working mom, so that right there is a very different thing.  And also she was 20 years old — by the time she was 26, she had 3 kids.</p><p>"So she was kind of a kid raising kids. And I had my kids when I was 38, so I had them much later, so I was more of an adult at that time.  We kind of grew up together."</p><p><br></p>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 22 Apr 2023 13:27:38 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Celebrity News]]></category>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Maisie has over six years journalism experience as a writer and editor, covering Royal News, Showbiz, Lifestyle content, as well as Shopping Writing and E-Commerce, for print and digital publications, including Marie Claire, Hello!, Fabulous, Mail Online and Yahoo!. When she’s not scouring brands for Kate Middleton’s exact outfit – right down to her nail polish and earrings – or has her nose to the ground for celeb break ups, make ups, babies, and beauty hacks, you will find her eating her way through London’s restaurants in search of pizza and picante’s, debating whether or not she really needs yet another pair of black heeled boots, adding to her travel bucket list, and endlessly trawling through pug accounts on Instagram.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Jennifer Lopez - or more commonly known as JLo - has long been our icon. </p><p>From her impressive career spanning across the film, music, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/shopping/jennifer-lopez-revolve-footwear" target="_blank">fashion</a> and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/beauty-news/jlo-beauty-jennifer-lopez-708764" target="_blank">beauty business</a>, to her enviable physique and youthful complexion, we are obsessed with everything about her. </p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-love-793621" target="_blank">JLo</a> often shares snippets of her workout routines, as well as pictures of her washboard abs, and gruelling dance rehearsals in advance of major shows, such as the SuperBowl halftime show. </p><p>While we put her toned torso down to her love for exercise, and discipline squeezing in workouts despite her hectic schedule, that may not necessarily be the whole truth. </p><p>Husband <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-sweetest-speech-about-jennifer-lopez" target="_blank">Ben Affleck revealed all of the 53-year-old&apos;s secrets to staying in shape, and looking so radiant 24/7</a>. </p><p>Speaking to Drew Barrymore on her namesake show <em>The Drew Barrymore Show, </em>the <em>Gone Girl</em> actor revealed: "Let me tell you something that’s going to upset you. Jennifer just eats whatever she wants. Whatever she wants. She eats cookies, ice cream, everything.</p><p>"She works out. I work out too but I don’t magically appear to be twenty years old, you know what I mean, with perfect skin and the whole thing."</p><p>Ben continued to praise JLo&apos;s work ethic too, which Jen has previously <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-career-fame-relationship-764624" target="_blank">credited to her "humble beginnings". </a></p><p>He said: "There’s no taking away of the work ethic, the work ethic is real, the discipline is real, but also the superhuman thing is real. She’s the most gorgeous woman in the world, she looks spectacular." We couldn&apos;t agree more. </p><p>While Ben, 50, is complimentary about his partner, he isn&apos;t so kind to himself. </p><p>Asked what he thinks the <em>Maid in Manhattan </em>star would change about him, he said: "She would probably want to cultivate brevity in the way I speak. I don’t know if you’ve noticed but I go on and on and on. I talk in circles. She’s never said that to me but that would be my guess."</p><p>Ben and JLo have had quite a journey with their relationship. </p><p>The couple got engaged in 2002, but split in 2004, which JLo has described as the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reveals-why-called-off-wedding-ben-affleck" target="_blank">"biggest heartbreak of my life."</a></p><p>But after almost 20 years they rekindled their relationship in 2021, and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-engaged-ben-affleck-774383" target="_blank">officially married in 2022, after getting engaged earlier that year.</a></p><p>JLo has twins Emme and Max with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Ben has Violet, Seraphina, and Samuel, with his former partner Jennifer Garner. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Ben Affleck had the sweetest thing to say about J-Lo in a rare gushy speech ]]></title>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:26:25 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Celebrity News]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>Since <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-ben-affleck-matching-tattoo-meaning" target="_blank">Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez</a> reunited almost twenty years after they called off their engagement, the couple has cemented themselves back into the hearts of millennials. Bennifer is no longer a nostalgic nod to the noughties - they are married, have matching tattoos and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys" target="_blank">become memes at award shows</a>. </p><p>While J-Lo has spoken publicly about their relationship, calling <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-reveals-why-called-off-wedding-ben-affleck" target="_blank">their 2003 break-up the &apos;biggest heartbreak of my life&apos;</a>, she has shared her happiness that they found their way back to each other, explaining of their 2022 wedding: "Some old wounds were healed that day and the weight of the past finally lifted off our shoulders. Full-circle — and not at all the way we planned it. Better."</p><p>However, it seems that Ben prefers to be more private and finds <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-feels-uncomfortable-jennifer-lopez-reminiscing-over-love-story" target="_blank">discussing things a little bit &apos;awkward&apos;</a> apparently. </p><p>But the<em> Good Will Hunting</em> actor gave a rare and sentimental speech about his wife this week at the Los Angeles premiere for his upcoming movie,<em> Air</em>. As well as calling her &apos;fabulous, amazing, wonderful&apos; (we know, Ben), he stated that he wouldn&apos;t be where he is today without her &apos;love and support&apos;. </p><p>Per <a href="https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/ben-affleck-jennifer-lopez-air-movie-premiere-1235361991/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"><em>The Hollywood Reporter</em></a>, Ben told those present: "And I want to say that none of it would be possible – this company, this movie, this joy tonight – without the love and support of my wife who means more to me than anything in the world.</p><p>"I want to say thank you. I love you. You mean the world to me. You’re fabulous, you’re amazing, you’re wonderful, good, kind, magnificent and I love you."</p><p>Adorable. </p><p>The movie tells the story of Michael Jordan&apos;s relationship with Nike, and stars Matt Damon, Jason Bateman, Marlon Wayans, Chris Messina, Chris Tucker and Viola Davis. </p><p><em>Air</em> is set for UK release on 5th April. </p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Here's what J-Lo and Ben Affleck's matching tattoos actually mean ]]></title>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 16 Feb 2023 12:13:58 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Celebrity News]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>The celebs really went for it this Valentine&apos;s Day. Not only did <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/emily-ratajkowski-confirms-new-relationship-eric-andre" target="_blank">Emily Ratajkowski confirm those new relationship rumours</a> with a funny semi-clad photo, but Chris Evans went on an Instagram stories spree sharing the cutest photos of himself with Alba Baptista. </p><p>However, one A-list couple that really went the whole hog to celebrate the most loved-up date of the year is none other than Bennifer. </p><p>Jennifer Lopez and her husband, Ben Affleck, have captured the hearts of millennials across the globe since they rekindled their romance after almost twenty years apart. The pair tied the knot last summer, saying &apos;I do&apos; at an intimate Las Vegas ceremony in July, followed by a second wedding in Georgia in August.  </p><p>In recent weeks, they&apos;ve been making headlines with their award show appearances - most notably, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-miserable-meme-grammys" target="_blank">Ben becoming yet another meme</a> thanks to his less than enthusiastic expression during the Grammys, and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys" target="_blank">a lip reader stepping in to decipher what J-Lo said to her husband</a> in an awkward moment that was caught on camera. </p><p>But it seems that Bennifer decided to use Valentine&apos;s Day to prove that &apos;commitment is sexy&apos; by getting matching tattoos. </p><p>J-Lo shared photos of their inkings on Instagram, with hers placed just above her ribcage and Ben opting for a side torso tattoo. </p><p>The <em>Marry Me</em> star&apos;s design shows an infinity symbol with their names woven into the lines, while Ben&apos;s shows two overlapping arrows with their initials, &apos;J&apos; and &apos;B&apos; above and below the crossover. </p><p>Captioning the series of loved-up snaps, J-Lo wrote: "Happy Valentine’s Day my love 🤍 (Look for more deets on VDay coming #OnTheJLo soon…) #CommitmentIsSexy #ThisIsUsThen #ThisIsUsNow #THISISMENOW."</p><div class="instagram-embed"><blockquote class="instagram-media"  data-instgrm-version="6" style="width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);"><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Coqn-isJypW/" target="_blank">A post shared by Jennifer Lopez (@jlo)</a></p><p>A photo posted by  on </p></blockquote></div><p>It seems that J-Lo is planning to update fans with more details in her newsletter, <em>On The JLo</em>. </p><p>Cute.</p>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ J-Lo has opened up about calling off her wedding to Ben Affleck  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ "It was the biggest heartbreak of my life." ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 2023 14:30:29 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Celebrity News]]></category>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>When <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lip-reader-reveals-what-jennifer-lopez-said-ben-affleck-grammys" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck</a> announced that they were rekindling their romance almost twenty years after they called off their wedding, the noughties nostalgia was <em>real</em>. </p><p>After meeting on the set of <em>Gigli</em>, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-miserable-meme-grammys" target="_blank">Bennifer</a> got engaged in late 2002 before going public with their relationship the following year.</p><p>However, days before their September 2003 wedding, they called it off due to &apos;excessive media attention&apos;. Months later, they announced they were going their separate ways, with J-Lo going on to marry Marc Anthony in 2004 - with whom she shares two children - and Ben going on to wed Jennifer Garner in 2005, and they welcomed three children together. </p><p>But that wasn&apos;t the end for J-Lo and Ben, who reunited in 2021 and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jenninfer-lopez-ben-affleck-leaked-wedding-video-794490" target="_blank">married last year in a Las Vegas ceremony</a>. </p><p>While fans have enjoyed watching their romance blossom for a second time, J-Lo&apos;s comments about why she initially called off their big day have resurfaced. </p><p>During an interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, the <em>Marry Me</em> star opened up about her 2002 album <em>This Is Me</em>, and why the pair decided to split almost two decades ago. </p><p>She explained: "That album, <em>This Is Me</em>... Then, really captured a time where I fell in love with the love of my life. And I just, it&apos;s all right there on the record. Every single song we wrote, me writing <em>Dear Ben</em>, it was such a special moment in time to have captured."</p><p>After their split, J-Lo said she was unable to sing songs from the album, adding: "I wouldn&apos;t even perform these records. It was so painful after we broke up."</p><p>Discussing the break-up, she continued: "Once we called off that wedding 20 years ago, it was the biggest heartbreak of my life, and I honestly felt like I was going to die."</p><p>But she also added that, despite their separation: "True love does exist and some things do last forever. And that&apos;s real. I want to put that message out to the world."</p><p>Aww.</p>
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                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>The <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/beyonce-makes-history-biggest-grammys-winner-all-time" target="_blank">Grammys 2023</a> buzz is still going strong thanks to some historical celebrity moments - whether it was Beyoncé&apos;s incredible wins, making <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/beyonce-makes-history-biggest-grammys-winner-all-time" target="_blank">her the biggest Grammy winner of all time</a>, or <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/harry-styles-taylor-swift-surprising-reunion-grammys-pictures" target="_blank">Harry Styles and Taylor Swift&apos;s sweet reunion</a>. </p><p>Oh, and then there was <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/lizzo-reaction-beyonce-grammys-arrival" target="_blank">this iconic Lizzo moment</a> which her fans are absolutely living for. </p><p>But one A-lister that got some unexpected attention on social media was none other than Ben Affleck. The actor attended the 65th Grammys Award ceremony in LA with his wife, Jennifer Lopez, and while J-Lo was spotted dancing, smiling and having a great time, Ben once again got the meme treatment thanks to <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/ben-affleck-miserable-meme-grammys" target="_blank">his rather unimpressed and unenthused facial expressions</a>. </p><p>Twitter was awash with clips of the <em>Gone Girl</em> actor looking glum, sparking the Bored Affleck meme to add to his library of viral moments (think Stressed Affleck smoking in a doorway, Dunkin Donuts Affleck struggling with his takeaway order, and Sad Affleck looking blankly into the distance during an interview with Henry Cavill). </p><p>However, eagle eyed viewers also noticed that there was a moment between Ben and J-Lo that appeared a little tense. </p><p>The clip, which is currently circulating online, shows Ben whispering something to his wife, with J-Lo appearing a little irked and mouthing something back before he quickly adjusts his posture and sits up before they realise they&apos;re on camera. </p><p><br></p>                    <div class= "tiktok-wrapper" style="min-height: 750px;"><blockquote class="tiktok-embed" cite="https://www.tiktok.com/@erikkalynne0/video/7196874961338797355" data-video-id="7196874961338797355" style="max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;">                        <section>                            <a target="_blank" title="@erikkalynne0" href="https://www.tiktok.com/@erikkalynne0">@erikkalynne0</a>                            <p></p><a target="_blank" title="♬ Funny Song - Cavendish Music" href="https://www.tiktok.com/music/Funny-Song-6732536571318257666">♬ Funny Song - Cavendish Music</a></section>                    </blockquote></div>                <p>Fans were quick to comment on the clip, with one saying: "HER FACE WHEH SHE SAW THE CAMERA LOL."</p><p>Another added: "The camera men at the Grammys deserve extra pay. They got all the good shots."</p><p>Now, a lip reader has told the <em>Daily Mail</em> what they think the couple were saying to one another. </p><p>They told the publication that J-Lo said: "Stop. Look more friendly. Look motivated."</p><p>Ben reportedly replied: "I might."</p><p>J-Lo and Ben have not commented publicly about the speculation just yet, but some fans believe that the moment has been blown out of proportion. </p><p>One wrote: "I think he was just flirting with her and she told him to quit it."</p><p>So there you have it!</p>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jadietroypryde@gmail.com (Jadie Troy-Pryde) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jadie Troy-Pryde ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                    <dc:source><![CDATA[ https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XGMbuyG5aseDpYSkUU7ziQ.jpg ]]></dc:source>
                                                                <dc:description><![CDATA[ &lt;p&gt;Jadie Troy-Pryde is News Editor, covering celebrity and entertainment, royal, lifestyle and viral news.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Jadie started her career at Marie Claire UK in 2018 when she joined the team as the Lifestyle and Social Media Editor, writing news and lifestyle features while managing the brands social channels and strategy. In 2022, she became the site’s News Editor and writes about everything from the latest dating show to politics to the seasonal Starbucks menus - all while overseeing a team of brilliant writers.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While her day-to-day generally revolves around daily news reporting, she can also be found testing unique experiences like spooning circles and orgasm workshops, committing to sweaty fitness challenges to see what all the fuss is about, or jetting off to find the best cocktails in Beverly Hills.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;During her time at the University of Sussex studying English Literature and Drama, she blagged her way into a job as a theatre and music reviewer for the local paper and headed the university’s creative writing club.&amp;nbsp;After graduating, she spent a year working as an intern for as many magazines as would take her before moving to Australia and travelling for almost three years. When she got back to the UK, she qualified as an NCTJ accredited journalist at News Associates and quickly landed her first job in the industry.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Jadie went on to work for a number of women’s fashion and lifestyle titles, including Grazia, Women’s Health and Stylist, and while there have been some incredible career highlights over the years (interviewing celebrities and reviewing boujee destinations) she has also embarrassed herself many times, whether it was impromptu beatboxing in front of a confused Disney star or hosting an awkward Facebook Live while making a milkshake.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;For the last four years, she has happily been a part of the MC UK team, and when she’s not using her year 12 touch typing skills to pump out content at an impressive speed, she is blaming Mercury in retrograde for her problems, watching &lt;em&gt;Les Miserables&lt;/em&gt; with a hangover, or travelling. She would be the perfect addition to any pub quiz team thanks to her impressive knowledge of the royal family, celebrity gossip and ability to decipher anagrams.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Follow Jadie on Instagram &lt;a href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/jadietp/&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; and Twitter &lt;a href=&quot;https://twitter.com/jadietp&quot;&gt;@jadietp&lt;/a&gt; or get in touch with any enquiries.&lt;/p&gt; ]]></dc:description>
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                                <p>The GRAMMYs 2023 was a night to remember, with a <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/grammys-outfits-683042" target="_blank">red carpet oozing gorgeous glam</a> (looking at you, Harry Styles&apos; rainbow jumpsuit) and <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/celebrity-news/beyonce-makes-history-biggest-grammys-winner-all-time" target="_blank">Beyoncé making history as the biggest GRAMMYs winner of all time</a>. </p><p>One couple that fans were keen to keep an eye out for was Bennifer. Since Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez rekindled their romance almost twenty years after they split, it has sparked a new wave of nostalgic warmth for the now-married pair. </p><p>Of course, J-Lo fans will also know that <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/entertainment/people/jennifer-lopez-grammys-476560" target="_blank">the whole reason Google images even exist is all down to her iconic green Versace dress</a> that she wore to the ceremony back in 2000. </p><p>While Ben and Jennifer didn&apos;t walk the red carpet together, fans did spot them sat at a table enjoying the show. </p><p>However, it&apos;s Ben&apos;s less than thrilled expressions that have caused him to go viral - and get the miserable meme treatment once again. </p><p>As the camera panned to the couple during Stevie Wonder&apos;s performance, J-Lo seemed to be having a lovely time. Ben, however - not so enthused. </p><p>Viewers were quick to snap the moment and add their thoughts on Twitter. </p><p>One wrote: "Ben Affleck would rather be anywhere else than front row at the #Grammys2023."</p><p>Another said: "However bad of a day you’re having, I promise you’re not as miserable as Ben Affleck at the Grammys right now."</p><div class="see-more see-more--clipped"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet hawk-ignore" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ben Affleck at the Grammys is me any time I have to be on a zoom call. pic.twitter.com/V2eZZ14qos<a href="https://twitter.com/themissjenn/status/1622415523999801346">February 6, 2023</a></p></blockquote><div class="see-more__filter"></div></div><p>In reference to the viral pictures of Ben struggling with his doughnut order, one user wrote: "Ben Affleck looks like he’d rather be at Dunkin."</p><p>The <em>Gone Girl </em>actor has inspired many an emotional meme over the years, kicked off by the &apos;Sad Affleck&apos; clip of Ben sat staring blankly during an interview with Henry Cavill - which was later accompanied by Simon and Garfunkel&apos;s <em>Sound of Silence</em>. Still hilarious.</p><div class="see-more see-more--clipped"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet hawk-ignore" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Ben Affleck looks like he’s thinking about the best sandwich he ever ate in his life and then remembering that place closed down. pic.twitter.com/BUC9trJUEb<a href="https://twitter.com/MikeBeauvais/status/1622438282717007873">February 6, 2023</a></p></blockquote><div class="see-more__filter"></div></div><p>There&apos;s also the snap of Ben smoking in a doorway looking up to the sky, dubbed Stressed Affleck, and it seems now we have Miserable Affleck to add to the collection. </p><p>Oh, the internet. </p>
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                            <![CDATA[ Bennifer reunited after almost two decades ]]>
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                                <p>Bennifer have reunited, and we couldn&apos;t be happier. </p><p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/beauty-news/jlo-beauty-jennifer-lopez-708764" target="_blank">Jennifer Lopez </a>- <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-explains-nickname-705096" target="_blank">also known as J.Lo</a> - and Ben Affleck rekindled their romance in 2021, before they got<a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-engaged-ben-affleck-774383" target="_blank"> engaged for the second time in 2022</a>. </p><p>However, they first started dating in 2002 after they met on the set of <em>Gigli</em>, but called off their engagement in 2004. </p><p>Now, 18 years later, the <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/fashion/j-lo-engagement-ring-774443" target="_blank">couple seem stronger than ever. </a></p><p>J.Lo - who has twins Emme and Maximilian with her ex-husband Marc Anthony - often recounts the early years of their relationship in interviews, and her own blog<em> On The JLo</em>. </p><p>However, Ben reportedly feels "uncomfortable" when the 53-year-old star goes into "graphic detail" about their relationship, although he doesn&apos;t want to "censor" what his partner says. </p><p>An insider told <em>Heat Magazine: "</em>Ben isn’t going to censor what J-Lo’s allowed to say when she wants to give interviews, but it does make him feel a little uncomfortable that she’s gone into such graphic detail about their highs and lows.</p><p>“Going over old ground and recounting deeply personal experiences they had in the past isn’t his style at all."</p><p>Despite coming together after almost two decades apart and reaching their "happily-ever-after fairytale", Ben finds it "awkward" going over their history, including the low points and previous break up. </p><p>The source continued: "He gets that she finds it cathartic to share details of their love story and how they got their happily-ever-after fairy-tale, but it’s still awkward and over the top as far as he’s concerned."</p><p>The 50-year-old actor - who has children Violet, Seraphina and Samuel with ex-wife Jennifer Garner - prefers to maintain his privacy, whereas J.Lo has always been seen as an open book.</p><p>The couple married this summer at his Georgia home, with the bride wearing three Ralph Lauren dresses to say &apos;I do&apos;. </p><p>She wrote at the time: "Some old wounds were healed that day and the weight of the past finally lifted off our shoulders. Full-circle — and not at all the way we planned it. Better."</p>
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                                <p><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/jennifer-lopez-on-love-793621">Jennifer Lopez</a> has recently opened up about her relationship with Ben Affleck and the ins and outs of their blended family. </p><p>The pair married almost two decades after their breakup, and <em>finally </em>said <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-lo-wedding-788914">"</a><a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-lo-wedding-788914">I do" in a low key Vegas ceremony</a>, and naturally, <a href="https://www.marieclaire.co.uk/news/celebrity-news/j-los-extravagant-dress-793423">photos of her wedding dress went viral.</a></p><p>After the couple split in 2004, both JLo and Affleck went on to start their own families separately. </p><p>But now they are back together and better than ever, transitioning into a blended family. The <em>Marry Me </em>actress spoke to <a href="https://www.vogue.com/article/jennifer-lopez-december-cover-2022-interview"><em>Vogue</em></a> about her husband&apos;s different parenting styles. </p><p>Blending five teenagers together can&apos;t be a simple process, but the couple are "learning about parenting from each other."</p><p>"The transition is a process that needs to be handled with so much care," Lopez told the publication. </p><p>While Affleck&apos;s ex, Jennifer Garner, is "an amazing co-parent, and they work really well together," JLo&apos;s ex-husband lives on the East Coast. </p><p>Affleck has three children, Violet, 16, Seraphina, 13, and Samuel, 10, and JLo has two children, 14-year-old twins Max and Emme, with former partner, Marc Anthony.</p><p>Creating a beautifully blended family is the goal for the couple, and a space that feels like home. </p><p>"What I hope to cultivate with our family is that his kids have a new ally in me and my kids have a new ally in him," she shares.</p><p>She also adds that while she &apos;had to learn how to be a fighter&apos; growing up, she wants to give her children a life that she didn&apos;t have while &apos;developing that survivalist mentality&apos;.</p>
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