by As a longtime fan of Jennifer Lopez, I was over the moon when I heard that she had rekindled her romance with Ben Affleck and the two got married in July 2022. Their wedding was absolutely beautiful and it warmed my heart to see Jen looking so incredibly happy and in love. But beyond just the fairytale wedding, it’s been amazing to see the profound impact this relationship has had on JLo’s confidence and self-love journey.
In a new interview with InStyle magazine, Jen opened up about how her marriage to Ben has completely shifted her mindset and made her embrace every part of herself unapologetically. She shared, “I’m finally at the point in my life where I love every part of myself unapologetically. Every part of me, my body, my voice, my choices, even like my mistakes. It’s like, I’m good with it. And I think that comes from a place of really loving myself and accepting myself for who I am.”
As a fan, this was incredibly heartwarming to hear. So often we see celebrities succumb to impossible beauty standards and hide any flaws or imperfections. But Jen is proudly owning every bit of herself at 53 years old and it’s so inspiring. She credits her new husband Ben Affleck for playing a major role in getting her to this place of radical self-love and confidence.
JLo gushed, “He loves me for who I am. He sees my imperfections and he loves them. He knows my strengths and my weaknesses, and he loves them all.” It’s clear Ben provides the unconditional love and support Jen needs to fully embrace herself. After being unlucky in love for so many years, she has finally found her perfect match who brings out the best in her.
Beyond feeling more self-assured, Jen also shared that marrying Ben has given her a new fearlessness in her career. She said, “I’m not afraid to take risks anymore. I’m not afraid to fail. I’m just going to go out there and do my thing.” As a fan, I find this attitude so empowering and motivating. Even after achieving wild success as a singer, actress, producer and businesswoman, Jen is still pushing herself out of her comfort zone and taking bold risks.
Her courage is surely fueled by the stability of her loving relationship with Ben. Knowing she has her soulmate’s support through thick and thin allows Jen to throw caution to the wind and really put herself out there in new ways artistically. I cannot wait to see what amazing projects she takes on next without any hesitation or self-doubt holding her back.
JLo’s revelation comes at such a serendipitous time as she prepares to release her highly anticipated new album, This Is Me…Now, on November 11, 2023. The album serves as a follow up to her seminal 2002 album, This Is Me…Then, which explored the angst and heartbreak of her prior engagement to Ben Affleck. Two decades later, This Is Me…Now tells the story of Jen and Ben finding their way back to each other for good.
I have no doubt this album will showcase Jen at her most authentic, vulnerable and confident. She now has the wisdom and perspective that comes with age to shape her artistry in an even more powerful way. And with Ben firmly by her side, she can pour her whole heart into this music without any insecurity or fear of judgment.
As a loyal fan for so many years, it has been incredible to watch Jen’s personal growth and see her flourish in her 50s. She once sang “I’m still Jenny from the block” and that humble, around-the-way girl is still there. But she’s now a woman who truly knows her worth and feels beautiful in her own skin.
Of course, Jen has always been stunningly gorgeous. But it’s clear from this interview that her bond with Ben has unlocked a new level of inner radiance. She exudes a sexiness, joy and confidence that comes from deep within. It’s a glow that cannot be fabricated and I’m sure Ben finds it mesmerizing every single day.
No matter what incredible feats she accomplishes in the spotlight, at the end of the day, Jen is still a woman seeking love just like all of us. After her first marriage to Ojani Noa, short-lived marriage to Cris Judd, high-profile relationship with P. Diddy, 10-year marriage to Marc Anthony, and romance with Alex Rodriguez ended badly, it seemed like Jen may have given up on ever finding true love.
But fate brought her back together with her first great love Ben Affleck when they were both seasoned adults who had been through significant life experiences. They now had the maturity, patience, wisdom and commitment required to nourish a healthy, lasting marriage.
I’m so thrilled that Jennifer Lynn Lopez from the Bronx, an everyday girl who became one of the biggest stars on the planet, has had her faith in love restored thanks to Ben. She has learned that she is absolutely worthy of an amazing man who cherishes her completely. And in response, she’s embracing her full self with open arms.
Jen mused in her interview, “People think they know things about you, but they really have no idea.” This is so true. As fans observing from afar, none of us can begin to comprehend the deep bond Jen has formed with her husband. We didn’t witness their late-night conversations healing old wounds, or see the joy in their eyes during intimate date nights, or feel the passion between them that never faded over two decades apart.
But we can recognize the undeniable results of this hard-won happy ending. Jen is lit up with love and fully content in her own skin. She’s living her best life personally and professionally. She radiates confidence, fulfillment and authenticity from head to toe. And it is such a gorgeous sight to behold.
Jen deserves all the happiness in the world and I’m so glad she’s found it with Ben Affleck, the man who has held her heart for over 20 years through thick and thin. Regardless of what the future brings, whether 10 months or 10 decades, this is clearly a pivotal turning point in Jen’s journey of self-discovery.
She is figuring out how to be unabashedly herself, flaws and all. And she’s not afraid to share that journey publicly to inspire others. There’s no doubt this newfound confidence will fuel Jennifer Lopez’s work and propel her to even greater heights. But most importantly, it will bring her immense inner peace and joy that radiates outward.
Jen and Ben’s unexpected love story for the ages proves that it’s truly never too late to find yourself or find the right partner. Their bond should give all of us hope in second chances and the power of true love to transform lives. As a longtime fan, it warms my heart and soul to see Jennifer Lopez blossoming into her best self and living life to the fullest. She deserves nothing less.
