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Lopez and Ben Affleck had a reunion, leaving fans shocked and thrilled. The ex-couple got together for the premiere of Kiss of the Spider Woman in New York City on October 7. JLo stars in the movie alongside Diego Luna and Tonatiuh, which has been co-produced by Affleck. Their red-carpet appearance together was unexpected, yet heartwarming as the two held on to each other, smiling for the camera. Jen-Ben finalised their divorce in January this year.
About Kiss of the Spider Woman
JLo and Affleck were flanked Tonatiuh too. Kiss of the Spider Woman has been produced by Affleck along with his friend and Hollywood star Matt Damon through their company, Artists Equity. It has been helmed by Chicago director Bill Condon. The musical drama is based on the stage musical by Terrence McNally, John Kander, and Fred Ebb. It happens to be the second film adaptation of the 1976 novel by Argentine author Manuel Puig, following the 1985 Brazilian adaptation. Lopez stars as Ingrid Luna/Aurora/The Spider Woman.Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck reunion
At the screening, Affleck was all praise for his former wife's performance. According to Hollywood Reporter, he said, "It’s an honor to be here. This movie is exquisite. Jennifer, you’re incredible. Bill, you did an amazing job. [Tonatiuh], you’re phenomenal. Welcome to a lifelong stardom. Enjoy it. There’s ups and downs, but here you are.""It’s really, truly a thrill and honor, and I’m just proud of this movie. Thank you for letting me be part of it," Affleck added.JLo called the film 'best thing' that happened to her
Jennifer Lopez also expressed her gratitude to Ben Affleck for backing her movie, Kiss of the Spider Woman, despite their divorce. She told CBS Sunday Morning in a recent interview, "It was hard not to think about stuff, but it was like the best and the worst of times in a way, because it was every moment on set and every moment I was doing this role, I was so happy. And then back home, it was not great."ALSO READ: Jennifer Lopez Breaks Silence On Divorce With Ben Affleck, Says 'It Almost Took Me Out'She added, "It was just like, how do I reconcile this? But you get through it. Honestly, I have to say it was the best thing that ever happened to me."Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck tied the knot in 2022. After three years, they called it off this year.Do you find this article useful?