Hollywood icons Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck surprised everyone as they reunited at the premiere of Kiss of the Spider Woman in New York on Monday. The former couple, who finalized their divorce earlier this year, appeared warm and friendly on the red carpet, reigniting conversations about their relationship among fans and the media.
Affleck, who serves as executive producer for the film alongside Matt Damon through their production company Artist Equity, attended the screening to support Lopez. The duo was seen sharing smiles, exchanging words, and posing for photos together, marking their first red carpet appearance since their split was finalized in January 2025.
Lopez, 56, stunned the crowd in a striking corset gown that showcased her signature elegance, while Affleck, 53, looked polished in a navy suit paired with a crisp white shirt. The two stars appeared relaxed and comfortable, even posing alongside co-star Tonatiuh and director Bill Condon.
During the event, Affleck publicly praised Lopez and her performance, saying, “It’s an honor to be here. This movie is exquisite, Jennifer you’re incredible. Bill and the entire team did an amazing job.” His heartfelt words quickly went viral, fueling social media speculation about a possible reconciliation.
The pair’s surprise reunion comes nine months after finalizing their divorce, following two years of marriage. Lopez and Affleck first began dating in the early 2000s, famously dubbed “Bennifer” by fans. After a broken engagement and years apart, they rekindled their romance in 2021 and tied the knot in 2022 before parting ways again in 2025.
Earlier this year, Lopez released her emotional track Wreckage of You, inspired by her post-divorce journey. In an interview, she revealed the song helped her heal from one of the toughest years of her life. Meanwhile, Affleck continues to co-parent his three children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, while Lopez shares twins Emme and Max with ex-husband Marc Anthony.
Their latest public appearance together has fans buzzing once again, with many wondering if this red carpet reunion could signal a new beginning for the beloved former couple.