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In a recent interview with Variety, Jennifer Lopez candidly admitted that she and husband Ben Affleck still grapple with the aftermath of the intense public scrutiny they faced during their initial romance in the early 2000s.
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The celebrity couple first captured the public's attention with their high-profile relationship, which coincided with the release of their ill-fated movie, Gigli. The film's commercial failure, combined with the relentless media attention, resulted in a turbulent period for the duo.
After calling off their engagement, both Lopez and Affleck pursued separate marriages and subsequent divorces. Fate, however, had other plans for the pair as they found their way back to each other in 2021, reigniting their romance and eventually tying the knot the following year.
Despite their current happiness, Lopez revealed, "We both have PTSD" from their initial experience in the spotlight. However, she emphasized that the passage of time has brought maturity and wisdom, stating, "We're older now. We're wiser."
The singer and actress stressed the importance of staying true to oneself and recognizing what truly matters in life. "It's not so much what other people think. It's about being true to who you are," Lopez added.
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As anticipation builds for her upcoming album, "This Is Me... Now," a follow-up to her 2002 release "This Is Me... Then," Lopez hinted at a mysterious companion film. The project is set to explore her relationship with Affleck, blending music and visuals into what she describes as a "musical experience."
Lopez, referring to her artistic journey, remarked, "As artists, we have to follow our heart, and this is me following my heart and doing something that maybe everybody didn't think was the best idea, but I had to do it." She remained tight-lipped about whether the film would be a documentary or a scripted endeavor, teasing, "You have to see it and you'll have to experience it to understand it."
The couple's initial connection blossomed on the set of Gigli, creating a narrative that became a focal point of public discussion. Despite the challenges they faced in the past, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are now navigating the spotlight with a newfound perspective and a commitment to authenticity in their relationship.
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