Jennifer Lopez took her child Emme out for some retail therapy on Sunday, shortly after making her first appearance since filing for divorce from Ben Affleck. The 55-year-old celebrity was all smiles as they strolled through the Century City Mall in Los Angeles, with Emme, their 16-year-old skateboarding enthusiast, tagging along.
Lopez looked stylish in a cream tank top and denim skirt, showing off her bling with rings on both her wedding finger and pinky finger. She even couldn’t resist busting out some of her iconic dance moves while riding the escalator.
Emme, who Lopez lovingly refers to with gender-neutral pronouns, captured the impromptu performance on their phone, sporting a retro T-shirt, cargo pants, and a bandana in their hair.
Jennifer Lopez treated her daughter Emme to a fun shopping trip on Sunday, shortly after stepping out in public for the first time following her recent divorce filing from Ben Affleck.
The famous celebrity, aged 55, was all smiles as she strolled through the Century City Mall in Los Angeles with her 16-year-old skateboarding enthusiast by her side. Jennifer had Emme and their fraternal twin brother Max during her seven-year union with four-time Grammy winner Marc Anthony, which came to an end in 2011. She officially filed for divorce from Affleck on August 20, coincidentally marking the date of their second wedding anniversary in Georgia from 2022. The day after her social media update post-shared since filing for divorce, citing ‘irreconcilable differences,’ the Let’s Get Loud star kept a composed demeanor as she made one of her first public appearances in weeks at an event in Beverly Hills. Seen wearing a trendy white halter crop top with a daring cutout across her chest and flared jeans, the 55-year-old singer looked stylish and confident.
The recent outings come after Ben enjoyed a takeout delivery to his Los Angeles residence, following his denial of any romantic involvement with Kick Kennedy. Currently residing in a $100K per month home near his former partner Jennifer Garner, with whom he co-parents their three children: Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12. The 52-year-old film star, known for his role as Batman, was spotted awaiting the arrival of a delicious meal delivery from Tocaya Organica, at his Brentwood home on a Friday. Dressed in a light purple T-shirt and gray pants, he peeked out from behind his driveway gate, eagerly anticipating the arrival of his food delivery.
Lopez looked radiant in a stylish cream tank top paired with a casual denim skirt, her iconic smile lighting up the room.
At a certain moment, the ex-Fly Girl demonstrated her well-known dance skills while gracefully moving up the escalator.
Her distinctive chestnut blonde hair cascaded freely down her shoulders.
Emme, whom Lopez regards with gender-neutral pronouns, sported a vintage T-shirt, cargo pants, and a dark bandana adorning their hair.
The mood among the family and friends seemed quite jovial.
As he emerged from behind the gate, he seemed worried about missing part of his delivery order and searched for any remaining items.
Ben’s lunch arrived a few days after his spokesperson refuted rumors of him dating Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s daughter, 36, following his breakup with the singer Jennifer Lopez, 55, and even suggested that they may not know each other.
The denial came after reports surfaced that Ben and Kick had been spending time together and had previously dated before Ben reunited with JLo.
Now, sources have revealed that Ben is pausing his connection with Kick due to concerns about the impact on his divorce proceedings and potential associations with Trump following Kick’s father’s endorsement.
‘Ben should have kept quiet,’ an insider commented. ‘He attempted to erase Kick from his life, which was unfair to her and those who know her.
‘He’s trying to distance himself from her, but he overlooked the fact that others knew about their past relationship and recent interactions.
‘He’s worried about how this could affect his divorce, and although there was no overlap, denying knowledge of her was not the best move.’
Another source stated that Ben dislikes the invasion of privacy that comes with being a celebrity, including constant media attention and mentions at events like the DNC.
The finger where her wedding ring sat was adorned with a sparkling band.
She proudly displayed a stunning diamond ring on her little finger.
The mom of two submitted divorce papers to officially end her union with Affleck on August 20, coincidentally marking the date of their second wedding anniversary in Georgia in 2022.
During her seven-year marriage to four-time Grammy winner Marc Anthony, Jennifer gave birth to Emme and their fraternal twin brother Max, adding two new members to their family. The marriage came to an end in 2011.
The celebrity glanced at her phone while on the outing.
She remained discreet while wearing her aviator sunglasses.
Jlo found comfort in the company of her friends as they embarked on a shopping extravaganza.
They went on to say, “Now, regarding Kick, she is feeling anxious about any potential association with Trump following her father’s endorsement. In light of the current political environment, Ben is being cautious about his involvement with Kick. However, it’s not just the Trump connection that concerns him. He is also thinking about how Jennifer Lopez might perceive the situation.”
On the following Tuesday, Ben’s representative, Jen Allen, stated to PEOPLE that Ben is not in a relationship with Kick. Allen clarified, “None of these rumors are true. I’m not even sure if they’ve met each other.”
By the next day, sources claimed that Jennifer was feeling “deeply hurt” by Ben amidst speculations that he has been hanging out with Kick again recently. According to the sources, “This situation has really affected her. Jennifer is upset and feeling let down by Ben,” as reported by People.
Just last week, insiders disclosed to DailyMail.com that Kick and Ben have been enjoying their time together, but Kick has chosen to remain quiet about their connection as she doesn’t want to be seen as a “homewrecker” in this situation.
The recent excursion followed Ben’s dismissal of rumors linking him romantically to Kick, daughter of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., aged 36.
DailyMail.com has learned from insiders that Ben is taking a break from his relationship with Kick due to worries about how it might impact his ongoing divorce and his unease about being associated with Trump following Kick’s father’s endorsement.
Ben and the actress from The Wedding Planner started their relationship back in 2002 when they met on the set of the movie Gigli. They got engaged quickly after that.
According to a source, Ben and Kick had a brief fling before he got back together with Jennifer Lopez. The source mentioned that Ben, being from Boston, viewed the Kennedy family as royalty, so when he met Kick, he felt like he was in elite company. However, Kick was not ready for a serious relationship at that time.
The insider clarified that Ben’s romance with Kick did not overlap with his marriage to Jennifer. They did not have an affair during his marriage. Kick’s friends find it interesting that Ben reconnected with her after his divorce, given her family’s prestigious status.
Regarding Kick’s perspective on Ben, the source revealed that she finds him intelligent and attractive, but she is keeping quiet about their relationship to avoid being seen as a mistress. Kick values her privacy and is not interested in being compared to Jennifer Lopez.
Kick is not concerned about Jennifer’s feelings regarding her relationship with Ben. She enjoys spending time with him and is taking things day by day. They often hang out at the Beverly Hills Hotel for privacy, away from prying eyes.
Another source mentioned that Ben and Kick are still in the getting-to-know-each-other phase. They are friends who enjoy each other’s company, and Kick does not dwell on what Jennifer might think about their friendship. Ben is described as a great guy, and they are taking the time to build a connection.
While the exact details of how Ben and Kick met are unclear, Kick’s interest in the entertainment industry suggests a possible common ground for their initial encounter.
Jlo’s most recent social media update featured a stunning selfie in front of a bathroom mirror, showcasing her curves in a stylish white swimsuit with a high-cut design that highlighted her famous backside.
After being spotted earlier, Jennifer shared a series of photos on Instagram that seemed to subtly shade her ex-partner.
Ben is doing everything he can to distance himself from Kick Kennedy as he believes their relationship could impact his divorce from Jennifer Lopez, sources reveal.
Kick, whose real name is Kathleen Alexandra, is an actress known for her roles in various TV shows and movies, including a small part in the popular series Curb Your Enthusiasm, which stars her stepmother Cheryl Hines, 58, who married RFK Jr. in 2014.
Her most recent acting gig was portraying a ‘lazy tourist’ in the film Fear and Loathing in Aspen, released in 2021. She graduated from Stanford University in California, majoring in both history and theater.
With a social media following of 17,100 on Instagram, Kick hasn’t posted anything since August 24, 2023, featuring a photo of her with a majestic Saker falcon. She has been seen hanging out with celebrities like Taylor Swift, who dated her brother Conor back in 2012.
According to her IMDb profile, Kick is not only an actress and writer but also a philanthropist and activist. Her mother, Emily Ruth Black, was previously married to RFK Jr. from 1982 to 1994 before his marriage to Mary Richardson, which ended in divorce in 2010, followed by Mary’s tragic suicide in 2012. Kick has five siblings.
Meanwhile, in the world of Hollywood gossip, Jennifer officially ended her marriage with Ben by filing for divorce on August 20, citing ‘irreconcilable differences’ and listing the separation date as April 26, 2024. The couple first started dating in 2002 after meeting on the set of Gigli and quickly got engaged.
According to sources, Ben, 52, has been spending time with RFK Jr.’s daughter Kick, 36, lately. They had ended their relationship in 2004, just before their scheduled wedding. Both moved on to marry others – she wed Marc Anthony in 2004, while Ben married Jennifer Garner in 2005. After their respective divorces, they reunited in 2021 and eventually tied the knot in a small ceremony in Las Vegas in July 2022, followed by a more extravagant celebration at his Georgia estate the next month. Reports have also surfaced that Ben and Jennifer had already discussed their divorce before it was officially filed.