Kaylah Walton
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are not rekindling their relationship, even though they were spotted having a meal with their kids recently. Reports confirm that they are still in the process of their divorce and prioritizing co-parenting.
A source revealed to PEOPLE that the outing was focused on their children.
“They came together for a nice lunch so the kids could spend time together,” the insider stated to PEOPLE Magazine.
The lunch event was held at the Polo Lounge in the Beverly Hills Hotel, with Affleck’s children Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12, alongside Lopez’s twins, Max and Emme, both 16.
Although Affleck’s 18-year-old daughter Violet was not there as she is currently studying at Yale, she had previously enjoyed time with Lopez in New York this past summer.
Co-parenting remains strong despite divorce
This family lunch occurred shortly after Lopez, 55, filed for divorce from Affleck, 52, on August 20. Even though they spent the summer apart—Lopez in Los Angeles and Affleck in the Hamptons—they made efforts to attend important events for their children.
They celebrated significant milestones, including Violet’s and Samuel’s graduations earlier this summer, demonstrating their commitment to effective co-parenting amid their separation.
Sources indicate that Lopez prioritizes her kids’ well-being during this tough period.
“Divorce is tough, but the kids enjoy being together,” a source noted.
“Seeing the children happy matters a lot to Lopez. Her main focus is on their happiness.”
Lopez has recently returned from the Toronto International Film Festival, marking her first public appearance since the divorce filing, where she attended the premiere of her film Unstoppable. According to insiders, Lopez is keen to redirect her energy towards her career.
“She’s really tired of all the attention on her private life. The film festival was a refreshing experience for her,” remarked the source.
