Ben Affleck has recently been spotted spending time with Kick Kennedy, the daughter of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., amid his ongoing divorce from Jennifer Lopez. The pair have been seen together at several Hollywood hotspots, including the Polo Lounge at the Beverly Hills Hotel. While the nature of their relationship remains unclear, Kick Kennedy declined to comment, and Affleck’s representatives did not respond to requests for information.
Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck on Tuesday, citing irreconcilable differences. Reports suggest their marriage had been over since March, despite Lopez listing their date of separation as April 26. Sources close to the couple have indicated that Affleck struggled with the intense media attention surrounding their relationship, which may have contributed to their split.
Affleck’s need for privacy has been a recurring issue in his relationships, including his first engagement to Lopez in the early 2000s, which ended due to the pressure of media scrutiny. An insider stated that while Affleck initially tried to embrace Lopez’s desire for a passionate and public love, it ultimately wasn’t sustainable for him.
Lopez reportedly feels “humiliated” by the failed marriage, especially since she believed they could make their love work this time around. She is said to have put in considerable effort to save the relationship, while Affleck showed little interest in reconciling.
The couple, who first got engaged in the early 2000s, eloped in Las Vegas in July 2022 and held a formal ceremony at Affleck’s estate in Georgia weeks later. As they navigate their separation, both appear to be moving forward with their lives independently.
