Jennifer Lopez is opening up about her split from Ben Affleck, revealing that her “whole f***ing world exploded” after their breakup. In a candid interview with Nikki Glaser for Interview Magazine, J.Lo discussed the emotional rollercoaster she experienced following their separation. While she didn’t name Ben directly, she hinted at the root cause of their split, saying, “You have to be complete, if you want something that’s more complete,” implying that self-growth played a key role in her decision.
Reflecting on her journey, Lopez admitted she needed time to prove to herself that she could stand on her own. She shared, “I had to be like, ‘I need to go off and be on my own.’” The singer also confessed to feeling fear and sadness after the separation, but ultimately realized that happiness has to come from within, stating, “Being in a relationship doesn’t define me.”
As for dating again? Lopez made it clear she’s not looking for anyone at the moment and is focused on herself. Her divorce from Affleck was finalized in August, after the actor moved into his own home earlier in the year. J.Lo even canceled her summer tour amid the turmoil, calling it “the hardest time of [her] life,” but now says it was for the best, allowing her to focus on her personal well-being and her kids.
Lopez’s bottom line is clear—she’s taking this time to rebuild herself, putting her own happiness first after a very public breakup.
