We’ve arrived at a crucial juncture in the saga of Bennifer 2.0, where the notion of divorce looms not just as a possibility, but as a likely outcome. The clock seems to be ticking down on J.Lo and Ben Affleck’s second shot at a fairytale ending, and in the middle of the unraveling, Affleck has debuted a faux-hawk and secured a new bachelor pad in Palos Verdes.
While longtime fans and much of the Cut staff are heartbroken by these developments, “Page Six” reported Thursday that not everyone in Lopez’s inner circle was ever keen on Affleck. According to one insider, “No one, except [Lopez’s] mother, likes Ben Affleck. He’s a triple-A asshole.”
Reports reveal Lopez’s inner circle, except her mother, never favored Affleck, calling him a “triple-A asshole
Did the gossip mill offer any fresh tales of Affleck’s supposed jerk behavior? Not really. The sources instead highlighted the long-standing “disdain” Lopez’s manager, Benny Medina, has held for Affleck. Lopez originally worked with Medina from the start of her career until 2003 when she abruptly cut ties, with sources suggesting Affleck played a role in that decision.
However, Lopez reconnected with Medina in 2004, and they’ve been collaborating ever since. When it came to Bennifer’s rekindling, Medina’s stance was reportedly, “I’m gonna say nothing.” He neither cheered them on nor voiced any negativity, according to one source. It’s disheartening to think one of your closest allies might remain silent about your marriage. (Neither Lopez, Affleck, nor Medina responded to “Page Six” for comment.)
“This wasn’t part of her plan,” noted another source, referencing the rumored split. “She would’ve fought anyone who suggested they’d break up in less than two years.”
Well, there go all my romantic aspirations. Maybe Selena Gomez and her TikTok chef can rekindle my belief in love?
