Ben Affleck is speaking up about Jennifer Lopez, and his comments are getting people talking. In a new Variety interview connected to her film“Kiss of the Spider Woman,”which he produced, Affleck said he has“an enormous amount of respect and admiration”for what Lopez can do. He also suggested she’s been overlooked in Hollywood, especially when it comes to awards recognition.
Affleck went on to question the entire awards process, saying trophies don’t always reflect commercial success or even his own taste. His take?“At the end of the day, it’s just a bunch of people voting on movie prizes.”It’s a reminder that awards are subjective, and plenty of great work never gets a statue.
What makes this even more interesting is that Affleck also praised his first ex-wife, Jennifer Garner, for her ability to build a public image, something he says he’s never been good at. With his divorce from Lopez finalized in January 2025, these comments show a level of respect that’s rare in Hollywood exes. What do you think? Does J.Lo deserve more awards love?
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