Bennifer’s Cozy Reunion Sparks Reconciliation Rumors at ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ Premiere
Despite finalizing their divorce earlier this year, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck ignited speculation of a possible reconciliation with a surprisingly affectionate appearance at the New York premiere of Lopez’s new film, Kiss of the Spider Woman, on Monday. The pair, dubbed “Bennifer” by fans, were photographed sharing an intimate conversation and displaying warm body language, fueling hopes among some that their relationship isn’t over.
The appearance marked the first time the high-profile exes have walked a red carpet together since their divorce was finalized in January, following two years of marriage. Lopez, 56, and Affleck, 53, were seen smiling and making eye contact, prompting a flurry of reactions on social media. One user on X (formerly Twitter) wrote, “They aren’t done,” while another playfully suggested, “Bennifer 3.0.”
Lopez recently publicly acknowledged Affleck’s crucial role in bringing Kiss of the Spider Woman to fruition. During a speech introducing the film, she stated, “Thank you so much…Thank you, Ben, this movie wouldn’t have been made without Ben and without Artist Equity,” according to reports from People magazine. Affleck serves as an executive producer on the musical film through his production company, Artists Equity.
The premiere wasn’t just a professional collaboration; it was a display of continued closeness. Affleck was photographed with his arm around Lopez as they posed for photos, and even assisted her while navigating the red carpet in her high heels. This display of support and affection has led some to draw comparisons to other famously on-again, off-again Hollywood couples. “It’s sort of a modern Taylor-Burton romance. Two toxic personalities who can’t be together but can’t stay apart,” one observer commented, referencing the tumultuous relationship between Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.
Lopez herself turned heads in a dramatic black Harris Reed gown featuring an exaggerated corset that accentuated her figure. Affleck complemented her look in a classic navy suit and white button-down shirt. The couple also posed with Lopez’s co-star, Tonatiuh, and director Bill Condon.
The premiere drew a star-studded crowd, including Laverne Cox, who stunned in a gold corset gown, and Whoopi Goldberg, sporting a black coat and matching pants. Legendary director Spike Lee attended with his daughter, Satchel Lee.
The day of the premiere was a busy one for Lopez, who was seen in three different outfits while promoting the film. Earlier, during an interview on The Today Show, Lopez addressed a question about her divorce from Affleck, cutting off the host mid-sentence to emphasize her gratitude for his support on the film. “If it wasn’t for Ben, the movie wouldn’t have gotten made. And I will always give him that credit,” she stated.
Despite the recent split, Lopez has expressed a complex range of emotions regarding her divorce. While initially stating last month that the divorce was the “best thing that ever happened” to her and a catalyst for personal growth, she also admitted on CBS News Sunday Morning that she experienced a “tough time” in the immediate aftermath. She described balancing the emotional turmoil with the demands of filming, calling it “the best and the worst of times.”
Kiss of the Spider Woman, in which Lopez plays Aurora, a character dreamed up by a jailed gay hairdresser, is set to be released in theaters on October 10. The film’s premiere and the subsequent public display of affection between Lopez and Affleck have undoubtedly added another layer of intrigue to the already captivating story of this Hollywood duo.
