Ben Affleck, 52, Spotted with Mystery Woman, 36, Who ‘Looks Exactly Like’ His Ex-wife amid Divorce, Source — Who Is She?

On August 24, a popular media outlet published an article discussing the 52-year-old actor’s recent excursions with Robert F. Kennedy’s 36-year-old daughter, Kick Kennedy.

The timing of their excursions coincides with the timeframe in which JLo and Ben began experiencing marital woes, which ultimately led to the “Atlas” actress filing for divorce on Tuesday, August 20. She cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for their split.

“[Looks] exactly like Jennifer Garner…” asserted a social media user on X. Echoing the same sentiment, another stated, “She looks like his [ex-wife], not [JLo]. Jennifer Garner.”

“She looks more his type than J-Lo does… as in Jen Garner more than Jen Lopez seems his type,” added a Facebooker. On the other hand, one netizen was happy to learn of the potential that Ben may be moving on. They exclaimed, “Go Ben!!!!”

One social media user believes that the tabloids are reading too much into the situation, remarking, “Please stop… he was probably talking to her at a bar and now they have him in a relationship.”

Kick is extremely passionate about acting and activism—the latter of which is an interest she shares with her famous father. Both Kick and Robert Jr. have a passion for advocating for clean water.

As far as her acting career is concerned, Kick has appeared on popular TV shows like “Gossip Girl” and “The Newsroom.” At the time she did the interview, she was still in pursuit of her big break, dividing her time between Los Angeles and New York.

However, the Harvard graduate, who studied both dramatic and comedic acting at school, still has a love for the craft, particularly live theatre. “I played the lead role in the Storm Theatre’s production of ‘Antigone,’ which really gave me the bug for live theatre,” divulged Kick in another past interview.

This is especially so because her hanging out with Ben Affleck comes at the same time as his break-up drama with Jennifer Lopez. Although the “On the Floor” singer only filed for divorce on August 20, reports claim that her and Ben’s marital woes began months before.

The couple’s honeymoon in Lake Como in 2022 seemed glamorous on the surface. However, behind the scenes, Ben was uncomfortable with the constant paparazzi presence.

Privately, the couple’s relationship was already strained, despite their public displays of affection. Insiders shared with Page Six that they “would barely speak to each other during what was supposed to be the happiest time of their life.” Ben had assured JLo that he was a changed man, but as the source noted, “that lasted a very short time.”

Ben’s sobriety was also a major factor in the couple’s issues. After entering rehab in 2018 for alcohol addiction, he was in a fragile state when he and JLo reconnected. As he settled into his sober life, the initial excitement of their reunion began to fade.

An insider explained, “He was in a vulnerable state, and whatever their chemistry played into that [sic].” As Ben’s sobriety stabilized, he began craving more privacy, which conflicted with JLo’s fame-filled life. “He doesn’t want [the entourage] and all the drama that comes with that in his home,” added the source.

Despite these struggles, Ben reportedly delayed filing for divorce to protect JLo’s feelings, with the Page Six sources describing him as “very protective of her.”

However, as their relationship continued to deteriorate, JLo was left feeling “furious.” One source added, “He has humiliated her. He was the one who initiated getting back together … She made a big deal that he was the love of her life.”

The couple’s reported tensions during their honeymoon in Italy resurfaced after JLo’s recent divorce filing. She submitted the paperwork to the Los Angeles County Superior Court exactly two years after their second wedding ceremony.

According to TMZ, the couple’s separation date is listed as April 26, 2024, and further details offer a fresh perspective on their unexpected split.

JLo’s Divorce Filing Comes on the Anniversary of Their Georgia Wedding

After getting engaged, they had a surprise Las Vegas wedding on July 16, 2022. A month later, they celebrated with a larger ceremony at Ben’s Georgia estate. In her On the JLo newsletter, JLo reportedly described the day as “full-circle” and “better” than expected.

The ceremony was personal, with the couple walking down the aisle to “True Companion” by Marc Cohn. JLo wore three custom wedding dresses: a turtleneck gown, a mermaid silhouette, and a chandelier pearl gown, which she called “dreamy.”

In a surprising move, JLo filed the divorce documents without a lawyer. This approach, known as filing “pro per,” suggests she wants to handle the process independently. She also waived her right to spousal support and asked that the court deny Ben any support as well.

TMZ also reported that the divorce documents show JLo and Ben did not have a prenuptial agreement. Despite their previous marriages and significant wealth, they didn’t protect their finances. As a result, any earnings or profits made during their marriage will be treated as community property.

Bennifer Are Still Hashing Out the Sale of Their Marital Home

Although JLo has filed for divorce, their financial settlement remains unresolved. The couple’s Beverly Hills home is on the market, but negotiations have reportedly become tense. JLo and Ben are searching for new homes, signaling the end of their shared life together.

JLo and Ben first became a media sensation in the early 2000s when their relationship, known as “Bennifer,” grabbed headlines. They got engaged and starred together in “Gigli” (2003) and “Jersey Girl” (2004), but their romance ended before “Jersey Girl” was released.

Over the next 20 years, both married other people—JLo with Marc Anthony and Ben with Jennifer—but they reunited three years ago. Since then, they often appeared together at public events, promoting each other’s projects. Ben even appeared in JLo’s Amazon Prime Video special, “This Is Me … Now: A Love Story.”

JLo’s latest album, “This Is Me … Now,” revisits themes from her 2002 album, “This Is Me … Then,” which was inspired by her first relationship with Ben. Fans followed their love story through JLo’s social media and newsletter updates.

However, in May, JLo unexpectedly canceled her summer tour, saying she needed time with her family—a decision that hinted at the couple’s split and eventual divorce.

The divorce came after JLo grabbed attention by attending a Bruno Mars concert in Los Angeles on Ben’s birthday, August 15. This sparked online debate about whether she was masking her true feelings amid the couple’s marital woes

Although JLo appeared to be enjoying herself, the clip quickly attracted attention, with netizens questioning the authenticity of her emotional state. A user observed that she was “trying too hard to look happy.”

Another critic pointed out, “She knew that she will be videotaped. This is too hard seeking attention, even for JLo [sic],” while another added, “55 acting like she’s 25. 🙄🙄”

Someone else speculated that JLo’s behavior might have contributed to her and Ben’s marital woes, expressing, “Calm down Jen. It doesn’t always have to be a show… That may be the reason for your relationship demise 🤷‍♀️.” Not everyone was critical, though.

Some fans defended JLo, saying she was just enjoying her single life. One fan noted that she looked like anyone else who loves music and suggested that Ben, not being musically inclined, might not have enjoyed attending concerts with her.

Supporters encouraged JLo to live life on her own terms, expressing happiness that she was enjoying herself. One fan urged her to “be happy” with or without Ben, while another praised her for dancing and having fun.

Another fan celebrated JLo’s happiness, stating that life goes on and that she has plenty to celebrate without being defined by a man.

JLo further fueled the online conversation by sharing photos and videos from the concert on her Twitter account. In one post, she posed with two companions, wearing large sunglasses and flashy jewelry, including a necklace with her name as a pendant.

The actress also shared a video explaining to her social media followers how she drinks from a bottle. “See how I do this when I drink from the bottle, very demure,” she playfully said before taking a sip. “Very mindful,” she added.

She also explained that she doesn’t chug her drink all at once but prefers to take small sips. “Just little. Little by little. Very elegant. Swelling it. Demure. Mindful [sic],” she shared, before walking off-camera.

Meanwhile, Ben’s ex-wife, Jennifer, had also visited his rental home just hours earlier. She left in a sleek BMW, wearing a striped white T-shirt, navy trousers, and glasses, along with simple jewelry, including silver earrings and an Apple Watch.