Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck in August after two years of marriage.
Despite recent public displays of affection, the former couple is moving forward with the split. However, the lack of a prenuptial agreement is expected to make the process contentious. Lopez and Affleck married in 2022 without a prenup, which provides for the division of property in the event of a divorce. Experts predict a long and potentially messy separation.
A major point of contention is the couple's $68 million Beverly Hills mansion, purchased with Lopez contributing most of the funds and covering renovation costs.
An insider revealed to In Touch Weekly, “(Lopez) put down most of the money for their massive mansion, plus paid for many of the renovations. She wants to get her investment back.”
The sale of the mansion recently fell through, and with the Hypnotic star no longer living there, its ownership remains uncertain.
Beyond the mansion, Lopez's stake in Artists Equity, the production company Affleck founded with Matt Damon, is another critical issue.
The Marry Me star's net worth, estimated at $400 million, surpasses that of Affleck ($150 million). She may ask to keep her shares in Artists Equity as part of the divorce settlement, given her significant investment.
Lopez stars in Unstoppable, a film produced by Artists Equity. Affleck reportedly disputes her right to the action, but California community property laws may favor Lopez.
While the Batman star resides in the $20.5 million Pacific Palisades "bachelor pad," divorce negotiations are getting more and more complicated.
The outcome will significantly affect both parties, especially Affleck, as the stakes are high in this contentious division.
