Showbiz I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice . Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are “living separate lives” amid ongoing rumors of marital issues, according to a new report.
Speculation about the couple's marriage has grown over the past few weeks after it emerged that they hadn't been seen together publicly for 47 days. This absence was followed by a series of awkward public appearances, with body language experts suggesting the pair appeared “unhappy” in each other's company. Now, it's reported that although the couple is not "officially separated," they have been spending time apart and are considering purchasing separate properties.
A source told ET : “Jen and Ben have been living separate lives but have not officially separated yet. At this point, they are just doing their own thing. They went into their relationship very optimistic and thought things could change, but they haven't.
“Jen is touring houses and shopping around for her own home. She has been leaning on her mum, sisters, and kids during this transitional period. “Ben is sad about it all but focused on his work, being a great dad, and co-parenting well with Jennifer Garner .
He has been leaning on Matt Damon and his close circle of guy friends. Matt is always in Ben's corner and is supportive of him.” The reports follow TMZ’s claims that the couple are selling their $60 million Beverly Hills mansion, which they purchased last.
