Jennifer Lopez made her first significant appearance since her divorce from Ben Affleck at the American Music Awards anniversary special, but her virtual presence disappointed many fans. Viewers were hoping for an in-person appearance, but instead, J.Lo participated via video link.
During the event, she reflected on her music career and acknowledged the impact of the AMAs on her journey. Although her virtual attendance was a letdown for some, fans appreciated her heartfelt remarks and the opportunity to see her, even if only remotely.
In her segment, Jennifer Lopez, 55, shared nostalgic memories of watching the American Music Awards as a child, emphasizing the show’s significance in her journey to superstardom. Reflecting on the event’s 50-year legacy, she said, “It’s pretty incredible, right? Fifty years of the American Music Awards. I remember watching them at home when I was a little girl.” Her heartfelt remarks highlighted the impact of the awards on her aspirations and career, despite her absence from the stage.
Jennifer Lopez reminisced about her American Music Awards debut in 2001, describing the atmosphere as “very electric.” Her appearance comes shortly after she filed for divorce from Ben Affleck on August 20, marking their two-year wedding anniversary since their opulent ceremony in Georgia in 2022.
During her segment for the American Music Awards anniversary special, Jennifer Lopez wore a pink blouse and reflected on her career milestones, including her 2011 win for Favorite Latin Artist, which she called “a humbling experience.” She expressed that winning a fan-voted award is “incredibly special” as it comes directly from her supporters.
Lopez reminisced about her time hosting the AMAs in 2015, where she showcased multiple outfits and performed a dance medley. She expressed hope to do something similar again in the future. She emphasized the healing power of music and its ability to connect people, looking forward to the next 50 years of the AMAs.
However, her virtual appearance disappointed many fans who wished she had attended the ceremony in person, leading to some frustration on social media. Lopez’s filing for divorce from Ben Affleck on August 20, 2024, added to the speculation surrounding their relationship, which had been under scrutiny for months.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s romance reignited in 2021, nearly 17 years after their initial engagement was called off. Their rekindled relationship began following Lopez’s split from former MLB star Alex Rodriguez. The couple confirmed their relationship on Instagram in July 2021 and made a red carpet return at the Venice Film Festival.
They tied the knot at the Little White Chapel in Las Vegas on July 16, 2022, a ceremony Lopez described as the “best possible wedding.” They later celebrated with a more formal ceremony at Affleck’s estate in Savannah, Georgia, on August 20, 2022, two years before Lopez’s recent divorce filing. The guest list included notable friends like Matt Damon and Kevin Smith, and the ceremony was officiated by Jay Shetty.
Lopez shares 16-year-old twins Max and Emme with her ex-husband Marc Anthony, while Affleck has three children—Violet, 18, Fin, 15, and Samuel, 12—with his ex-wife Jennifer Garner.
