Ben Affleck’s Daughter Reportedly Cut Ties With Jennifer Lopez

According to reports, Violet, who was very close to the singer, felt “used as a pawn” during Lopez’s split from her father.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck have since settled their divorce after being married for two years, with the pair ending their marriage amicably.

Lopez was often seen with Affleck’s kids during their three-year marriage, creating a vision of a seamlessly blended family.

The singer shares 16-year-old twins, Max and Emme, with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck co-parents his three kids, Violet Anne, 19, Fin, 16, and Samuel, 12, with former wife, Jennifer Garner.

However, despite ending their marriage amicably, the “Jenny on the Block” star seems to have lost the close connection she once had with one of Affleck’s children.

According to a source who spoke with the Daily Mail, Violet reportedly felt like she was “used as a pawn” amid her father’s split from Lopez.

The insider noted that at first, Garner “supported her daughter getting close to the singer because she always puts her children first.”

However, as Affleck and Lopez’s marriage unraveled, Violet’s continued closeness with the singer and decision to wear her clothes raised eyebrows within the family.

Adding to the speculation, Lopez’s younger sister, Lynda Lopez, was spotted visiting Violet at college, which some found unusual.

“Jen even let this slide because she wants Violet to be happy and respects that, as an adult, she can choose who to spend her time with even if Jen does not necessarily agree,” the source added.

The insider also revealed that Violet’s relationship with her former stepmother shifted after witnessing how deeply the split affected her father.

“Over time, Violet started to see how upset her father was that their split was at the center of everything,” the source explained.

They added that while “Ben never said a word about JLo,” his eldest daughter, Violet, is “highly intelligent and will ultimately always be a daddy’s girl. This is why you do not see her on public outings with JLo anymore.”

Last month, Lopez filed documents with the Los Angeles Superior Court confirming that the former couple had reached a settlement through mediation in September, just weeks after she initially filed for divorce.

Their agreement reportedly addresses ownership of their $61 million Los Angeles estate, with both parties opting to forgo spousal support. Additionally, they will retain earnings from their respective business ventures and projects.

The settlement was reached through high-profile attorney Laura Wasser, known for representing celebrities in major divorces. Under the terms, each will keep assets acquired individually during the marriage.

Court documents also reveal that Lopez has officially dropped Affleck from her last name.

Fans once saw Affleck and Lopez’s romance as a fairytale comeback after the pair rekindled their relationship in 2021, shortly after the singer ended her engagement to former MLB star Alex Rodriguez.

They then made their union official by tying the knot in an intimate ceremony at the Little White Chapel in Las Vegas on July 16, 2022.

A month later, they celebrated again with a lavish, star-studded wedding at Affleck’s Georgia estate on August 20.

Exactly two years later, on August 20, 2024, Lopez filed for divorce, listing their official separation date as April 26 of that year.

Since her divorce, Lopez has been focusing on herself and is embracing her independence. A source close to the singer revealed that she is prioritizing her well-being and personal happiness.

“J.Lo is starting to feel like herself again. She’s making sure she is happy and that she’s being a good mom,” an insider shared with Us Weekly.

They also noted that immersing herself in work has been a “good distraction” for Lopez.

The singer is currently dedicated to her role in “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” a movie musical adaptation that debuted at the Sundance Film Festival last month.

Speaking at the event, she reflected on her lifelong dream of starring in a musical.

Lopez said, “I’ve been waiting for this moment my whole life. The reason I even wanted to be in this business is because my mom would sit me in front of the TV, and [West Side Story] would come on once a year.”

She added, “I remember I was mesmerized and was like, ‘That’s what I want to do.’ That was always my goal. This is the first time I actually got to do it. This man made my dream come true!”