How it Ended
Lopez and Affleck’s relationship ended in early 2004, with the couple announcing their breakup in January. The decision came after a period of intense public scrutiny and personal strain. Despite their initial passion and commitment, the pressures of constant media attention and demanding careers proved too challenging to overcome.
Both expressed respect for each other post-split, with Lopez later reflecting on the difficulties of their high-profile romance. Their short-lived relationship left a lasting impact on pop culture, and they eventually rekindled their romance years later, which we will soon get to…