Jennifer Lopez has long been a global superstar, captivating audiences with her talent, style, and high-profile relationships. From her early days in the spotlight to her most recent romance, her love life has been the subject of public fascination.
Her ninth studio album, This Is Me … Now, and its accompanying movie-musical reflect on her romantic journey, including her relationships before and after reconnecting with Ben Affleck. As she narrates in the trailer for This Is Me … Now: A Love Story, “Whenever someone asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, my answer was always: ‘In love.’”
Here’s a look at some of Lopez’s most talked-about relationships, from her marriage to Marc Anthony to her past engagement to Alex Rodriguez.
Ben Affleck (2021–2024)
In a surprise turn of events, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck rekindled their romance in April 2021, nearly 20 years after calling off their first engagement. Their relationship quickly became serious, leading to a second engagement in 2022. Lopez shared the special moment with fans, describing how Affleck proposed while she was in her favorite place—her bubble bath.
The couple officially married in a small Las Vegas ceremony in July 2022, followed by a grand wedding celebration in Georgia. Their renewed love story inspired Lopez’s album, This Is Me … Now, as she expressed how reconnecting with Affleck filled her with inspiration.
Affleck also spoke highly of Lopez, praising her influence in fashion and entertainment. However, despite their strong connection, their second chance at love came to an end in 2024. Lopez filed for divorce in August, marking April 26, 2024, as their official separation date.
Alex Rodriguez (2017–2021)
Lopez and former MLB star Alex Rodriguez first met in 2005 but reconnected years later, officially starting their relationship in 2017. The couple made multiple red carpet appearances together and announced their engagement in 2019. However, their wedding was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
In April 2021, Lopez and Rodriguez announced their split, stating they realized they were better as friends. While their breakup was amicable, reports suggested trust issues played a role in Lopez’s decision to end the engagement.
Drake (2016)
Rumors of a romance between Lopez and Drake surfaced in late 2016 when he attended her Las Vegas residency and the two shared affectionate social media posts. While speculation continued, Lopez later clarified in a 2017 interview that she and Drake were not in a relationship.
Casper Smart (2011–2016)
Lopez was in a relationship with Casper Smart, one of her backup dancers, following her separation from Marc Anthony. Despite their 18-year age gap, the two maintained an on-again, off-again relationship for several years before parting ways in 2016.
A Life of Love and Inspiration
Jennifer Lopez’s romantic journey has been intertwined with her career, inspiring music, films, and personal growth. Her openness about love and relationships continues to resonate with fans, making her one of the most captivating figures in entertainment.
