Are kids the connecting dot for JLo and Ben Affleck? Here's what their post-divorce life looks like

Breakups aren’t always messy, and Bennifer 2.0 is here to prove it. Just over four months since Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s highly publicized divorce, the ex-couple is rewriting the narrative of post-split relationships in Hollywood. Instead of a war zone, they’ve created a vibe of mutual respect, family-first values, and—yes—wholesome co-existence.

JLo and Ben Afleck’s divorce drama

The former lovebirds stole the spotlight on December 13, appearing together with Jennifer Garner (Affleck’s ex-wife) at a school play to cheer on their kids. Sources say this united front is just the beginning of their plan to remain connected despite their romantic history fizzling out. “Ben and Jennifer are fully committed to being in each other’s lives,” revealed an insider. The duo seems determined to prioritize their family dynamics, even as they carve out separate lives.

From brunches to blended family goals

For JLo and Ben, co-parenting isn’t a rigid rulebook. Even without kids of their own, their bond extends to each other’s families. Lopez’s twins, Emme and Max (whom she shares with ex-husband Marc Anthony), and Affleck’s trio—Violet, Fin, and Samuel—are still treated like one big family.

According to reports, the two exes often team up for low-key family brunches and shared moments that make their dynamic refreshingly unconventional. While their breakup might’ve ended a decades-long romance, their partnership on the parenting front seems stronger than ever. “They don’t have a typical co-parenting relationship,” the source shared, “but in many ways, they still feel like a blended family.”

History runs deep

With two decades of history and one iconic rekindling later, the connection between Affleck and Lopez isn’t going anywhere. Sure, JLo filed for divorce this year—on their second wedding anniversary, no less—but insiders insist there’s no bad blood. “The respect they have for each other is mutual and longstanding,” another source chimed in.

The shared school run also ensures their paths frequently cross, making it impossible to avoid each other entirely. In fact, their efforts to remain cordial have set an example for their children, who’ve reportedly managed to maintain their relationships despite the separation. “It’s all about keeping things amicable for the kids,” said the insider.

Bennifer might not be the love story it once was, but their current chapter is a refreshing take on adulting post-breakup. Classy, connected, and completely family-focused—this drama just got a heartwarming plot twist.

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