I’ve been closely following the high-profile divorce saga between actors Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez. But despite the messiness of their split, Affleck is making sure to keep things professional when it comes to their new project together. In a recent interview with Entertainment Tonight, Affleck took the opportunity to heap praise on his ex-wife’s performance in the upcoming film “Unstoppable.”
“Jennifer’s spectacular,” Affleck said of Lopez’s work in the movie, which he produced. “We believed in the right people, and Unstoppable is another example of that.” William Goldenberg directs the film, which recounts the true story of wrestler Anthony Robles, who, despite being born with only one leg, went on to win a national championship. In addition to Lopez, the cast includes a powerhouse lineup of talent, including Don Cheadle, Jharrel Jerome, and Bobby Cannavale. Affleck’s comments come just months after Lopez filed for divorce in August, coinciding with the couple’s second wedding anniversary.
Keeping Things Civil
Sources claim that Affleck’s decision to publicly commend his ex-wife’s acting is a calculated move to prevent the drama of their personal lives from overshadowing the film’s success. “Ben wants Unstoppable to be a major hit, and for JLo to receive as many accolades as she deserves for it,” an insider told DailyMail.com. “He doesn’t want their relationship ruining any buzz for the movie and her performance. He wants their relationship to be independent.
The source added that Affleck is “adamant about keeping it very civil” when it comes to discussing Lopez, as he knows any comments he makes will make headlines. “He truly believes she killed it,” the insider said. “Ben is a filmmaker and an Oscar winner himself; he knows what works, and he always thought JLo would be incredible.”
A Professional Partnership Ends
Despite the personal turmoil, Affleck and Lopez have managed to maintain a professional working relationship. The two have been collaborating on Unstoppable, with Affleck serving as a producer and Lopez in a lead role.
A second source, referring to Affleck’s producing partner, Matt Damon, stated to DailyMail.com that “this film is a huge investment for Ben and Matt.” “They can’t comment on a star’s performance when they’re in a lead role in the film they produced.”
The insider added that Affleck is aware his comments about Lopez will undoubtedly make news, but he has no plans to elaborate further on their relationship.
Moving Forward
As Affleck and Lopez continue to navigate the complexities of their divorce, it seems they are both committed to keeping the focus on their professional endeavors.
In a recent interview with Interview magazine, Lopez opened up about the “sad” and “scary” experience of her marriage’s dissolution, but she also suggested that her ex-husband may not have fully embraced all of her flaws.
Meanwhile, Affleck has largely remained silent on the matter, choosing to let his work do the talking. And with Unstoppable poised for release, he’s ensuring that his ex-wife’s talents take center stage.
“Ben wants Unstoppable to be a major hit, and for JLo to receive as many accolades as she deserves for it,” the source said. “He’s adamant about keeping it very civil.”
As these two Hollywood heavyweights navigate their personal and professional lives, it’s clear that they are committed to maintaining a level of professionalism and respect, even in the face of their highly publicized split.
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