Kaylah Walton
Jennifer Lopez initiated divorce proceedings against Ben Affleck this August in Los Angeles. Despite the couple’s public displays of affection last month, they are moving forward with their separation after two years of marriage. Nonetheless, the situation is complex.
The complications stem from the fact that Affleck and Lopez married in 2022 without a prenuptial agreement, which is crucial for determining asset division during a divorce. Without a prenup, experts anticipate that their separation could become quite contentious—if it isn’t already.
Financial Disputes Between “Bennifer”
A significant point of contention in the divorce involves their luxurious $68 million Beverly Hills mansion. Although they believed they had a buyer lined up recently, the sale fell through, leaving the house unsold while Affleck has been out of the residence for months.
An insider revealed that “(Lopez) contributed the majority of the funds for their large mansion and managed several renovations. She is eager to recoup her investment.”
Furthermore, there are additional complications in the separation of Affleck and Lopez. Lopez, with an estimated net worth of around $400 million, has interests in Artists Equity, the production firm founded by Affleck and his long-time friend Matt Damon. If necessary, Lopez might relinquish her claims over the mansion in exchange for retaining her interest in Artists Equity, particularly because her wealth significantly surpasses Affleck’s estimated $150 million.
However, Affleck reportedly disputes Lopez’s entitlement to that stake in Artists Equity, even though she is involved in the upcoming film “Unstoppable” produced by the firm. Adding to Affleck’s concerns, California law regarding community property might favor Lopez, complicating matters further for him. This could pose a significant setback for Affleck, who is currently residing in a $20.5 million Pacific Palisades bachelor home while coping with the difficulties of this “difficult” divorce.
