Jennifer Lopez’s recent Father’s Day tribute to Ben Affleck has left fans puzzled. The “Atlas” star wished her husband a happy Father’s Day on Sunday, amid ongoing rumors about their marriage being in trouble. Fans quickly noticed Lopez’s unusual choice of photo to celebrate Affleck.
The “Can’t Get Enough” singer shared a black-and-white image of the “Air” director, which appeared to be a still from his 2001 film “Pearl Harbor.” She captioned the post with “Our hero” and a heart emoji. Notably, Lopez did not share a current photo of Affleck, which only fueled the rumors about their relationship.
Social media users were quick to point out that “Pearl Harbor” has a significant connection to Affleck’s ex-wife, Jennifer Garner. The former couple, who share three children, met on the set of the Michael Bay film. One user on X, formerly known as Twitter, commented, “The only thing is – it is a still from Pearl Harbor – the movie with Jennifer Garner in it as well.” Another user added, “Weird using Ben playing a military guy photo. These types of holidays are to honor real people, not movie characters from 20 years ago.”
Another user chimed in, “Couldn’t even use a real picture of him either, pulled a Google image of him from Pearl Harbor film.” The choice of photo has left many fans scratching their heads and speculating about the state of Lopez and Affleck’s marriage.
Affleck and Lopez rekindled their romance and wed in 2022, two decades after their first engagement in the early 2000s. However, recent events have led some fans to wonder if the couple is headed for a split. News emerged that the celebrity pair hoped to sell a $61 million home they bought in 2023. In May, Lopez announced the cancellation of her forthcoming “This Is Me… Live” tour, stating she was “completely heartsick and devastated” about the decision. She was reportedly taking time off to be with her children, family, and close friends.
The state of their relationship has been the focus of various media reports. While promoting “Atlas” in Mexico City last month, Lopez was asked about the “truth of the situation” regarding her marriage. She brushed off the question, saying, “You know better than that.”
Lopez’s recent solo appearance at her movie premiere for “Atlas” further fueled the rumors. She walked the red carpet in Los Angeles without Affleck, although she was wearing her wedding ring. Speculation about their relationship status has been rampant, with several outlets reporting that the pair had been living separately after Affleck was photographed staying at a property away from their shared Los Angeles home.
An unnamed source told People, “There have always been clashes in their styles, how they handle issues, and their actions, but nothing has stopped their love over the years. This is a great love story.” Despite the rumors, Lopez and Affleck have been photographed together on a few occasions, including an outing in a car on Sunday.
Lopez’s production company, Nuyorican Productions, has a deal with Netflix, and she acted as a producer for “Atlas.” Her most recent release was her album “This Is Me… Now,” which told the story of her romance with Affleck. The couple wed in 2022 after reuniting in 2021, having previously been engaged in 2004.
The unusual choice of photo for the Father’s Day tribute has left fans questioning the state of Lopez and Affleck’s relationship. While some believe it was a simple oversight, others see it as a sign of deeper issues. The speculation continues as fans eagerly await any updates from the celebrity couple.
