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J.Lo Celebrates Vegas Residency, Reflects on Ben Affleck

1/2/2026

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Summary

Lopez Reflects on Marriage

Jennifer Lopez, the singer and actress, opened her Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum on December 30 and reflected on Ben Affleck, the American actor.
During the performance she joked about being married twice in the past decade.
She said she is learning and growing in a "happy era."
Lopez and Affleck dated 2002–2004, reunited in 2021, married in July 2022, and she filed for divorce in August 2024.

Summary

Lopez Celebrates Residency

Jennifer Lopez, the singer and actress, opened her 'Up All Night' residency on December 30, 2026, at The Colosseum.
She joked it has been 10 years since her last residency and that she’s been married twice, then laughed.
Lopez discussed her divorce from Ben Affleck, calling it transformative and the "best thing" for her growth.
She cited mentor Louise Hay's advice to "Always keep dancing" and focused on personal growth.

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Historical Context

The rise of reality television in the U.S. around 2006 transformed celebrity culture, exemplified by figures like Jennifer Lopez, who has navigated three marriages amid intense media scrutiny. With divorce rates at 50%, her recent Las Vegas residency reflects a shift in how artists engage with their personal lives and careers, highlighting the complexities of fame in contemporary society.

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Lopez Reflects on Marriage

Jennifer Lopez, the singer and actress, opened her Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum on December 30 and reflected on Ben Affleck, the American actor.
During the performance she joked about being married twice in the past decade.
She said she is learning and growing in a "happy era."
Lopez and Affleck dated 2002–2004, reunited in 2021, married in July 2022, and she filed for divorce in August 2024.

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