Because of Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez Once Cut Ties with Her Manager and Best Friend
Jennifer Lopez’s longtime friends reportedly never warmed up to Ben Affleck, and her relationships with them were even strained due to the actor. Affleck, now 52 years old, never received much affection from Jennifer’s close circle, including her longtime manager, Benny Medina, who disliked him ever since the couple first called off their engagement in the early 2000s.
Tensions Between Benny Medina and Ben Affleck
According to sources, Benny Medina and Ben Affleck have never gotten along, with their animosity still persisting today. Medina, who was instrumental in Jennifer Lopez’s rise from a dancer on the 1990s show In Living Color to a global superstar, was reportedly one of Affleck’s strongest critics.
Their professional relationship ended in 2003, with many speculating that Ben Affleck was the reason behind the split. However, after Jennifer and Ben broke off their engagement, Lopez later invited Benny Medina back to manage her career. Since then, Benny has become one of her most trusted confidants. When Bennifer reunited, Benny remained neutral and chose to stay silent about their relationship. A source revealed, “He didn’t oppose it, but he also didn’t fully endorse it.”
Impact on Jennifer Lopez’s Friendship with Leah Remini
In addition to her manager, Jennifer Lopez’s friendship with Leah Remini was also affected by her reunion with Ben Affleck. Leah had advised Jennifer to reconsider why they had broken up before getting back together. She believed that Ben Affleck was selfish and not fully committed to his role as a husband. Despite these tensions, Jennifer and Leah have recently reconciled, with Leah eager to support Jennifer during this challenging phase in her marriage.
Apart from Jennifer Lopez’s mother, no one in her inner circle was ever truly fond of Ben Affleck. A source bluntly commented, “He’s a grade-A jerk.”
