Affleck and Lopez's Separate Fourth of July Plans Spark Separation Rumors

Ben Affleck was spotted spending quality time with his kids on the West Coast, while his wife, Jennifer Lopez, celebrated the "long weekend" across the country. This comes amid reports that the high-profile couple have been "over for months," raising questions about the state of their relationship.

Exploring the Rumors Surrounding Affleck and Lopez's Relationship

Affleck's Family Outing Amid Separation Speculation

The "Argo" actor was photographed enjoying a ramen outing with his and ex-wife Jennifer Garner's kids, Violet and Seraphina, at Kaz The Soba Place in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Affleck was seen flashing a rare smile as he walked with Violet, who is often referred to as Garner's look-alike. The Oscar winner, along with his kids and two of their friends, sat outside the eatery, chatting and enjoying their meal. Affleck opted for a casual look, wearing a gray graphic T-shirt, an unbuttoned plaid long-sleeve shirt, jeans, and gray sneakers.

Lopez's Holiday Weekend Celebrations

Meanwhile, Lopez, 54, stayed active on social media, teasing her holiday plans for the Fourth of July weekend. The "On the Floor" singer reposted a video meme of a girl and a guy having a dance-off, captioning it, "Long weekend mood..." She also posted a selfie video of herself riding in a convertible, captioning it, "bom dia meu povo," which translates to "good morning my people." Prior to that, Lopez was spotted in New York City wearing a crop top with the phrase "JLO BE MY MAMA" on it, sending a message with her fashion choice.

Separation Rumors and the Couple's Relationship Status

Affleck and Lopez, who have been married since 2022, have been at the center of separation speculation ever since Affleck moved out of their shared home and into a rental property in May. An insider recently told Page Six that the two have been "over" since March, shortly before rumors started when Lopez attended and co-chaired the Met Gala without Affleck by her side in May. The couple has reportedly been working on selling their million mansion and the pieces from their art collection, further fueling the separation rumors.

Affleck's Protective Stance and the Couple's Separate Fourth of July Plans

The source claimed that Affleck has been "very protective of Jennifer" and has kept tight-lipped about the reported separation. The couple's separate Fourth of July plans, with Affleck spending time with his kids and Lopez celebrating the "long weekend" across the country, have only added to the speculation surrounding their relationship status. As the high-profile couple navigates this uncertain period, their fans and the public await further updates on the state of their marriage.