Good morning only to Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez, who take theirs love in Venice – Okay, we’ll stop now – where they’re likely to debut on the red carpet as a newly formed couple.
The last time Bennifer played a red carpet together was for the premiere of the ill-fated “Gigli” in 2003 just before their relationship imploded, so what better place to make new memories than the City of Love ?
The couple was spotted arriving in Italy for the Venice Film Festival on Thursday ahead of the premiere of Affleck’s new vintage drama “The Last Duel,” which he co-wrote and starred in Matt Damon.
The couple seemed to be as strong as ever, holding hands as they prepared to board a water taxi together. Lopez wore a white lace dress, while Affleck kept things simple with an all-black dress. They both wore oversized masks and sunglasses for the hike.
In the photos of the boat ride, apparently Lopez and Affleck couldn’t help but smile and caress each other before reaching the shore.
Jacopo Raule through Getty Images Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez arrive at the 78th Venice International Film Festival on September 9, 2021 in Venice, Italy.
Jacopo Raule through Getty Images Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck arrive at the 78th Venice International Film Festival on September 9, 2021 in Venice, Italy.
While it’s unclear whether Lopez will join Affleck in the premiere of Ridley Scott’s drama, which also stars Adam Driver and Jodie Comer, it seems unlikely he would travel around the world for a high-profile event alone. to stay in a hotel room.
Of course, the duo could save their big debut for the highly anticipated Monday Met Gala, which was delayed last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as Lopez is said to be one of the many faces celebrities scheduled to attend the event.
The musical superstar and actor reactivated their romance after nearly two decades of difference in April, after separating from their respective partners in a matter of months. Lopez ended her two-year engagement to Alex Rodriguez, while Affleck broke up with “Knives Out” star Ana De Armas in January after nearly a year as a couple.
Frank Trapper through Getty Images Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez arrive at the premiere of “Gigli” in 2003.
Bennifer, of course, formed in the early 2000s after they met on the set of “Gigli” and became engaged shortly thereafter. Lopez and Affleck ended their September 2003 wedding and separated in early 2004.
They don’t seem to play it safe either, happily flaunting their love to everyone, celebrating their birthdays, mixing their families, and even making things official on Instagram with a makeup photo in July.
An unnamed source told People earlier this year that the couple “is there for the long haul” after reuniting their children for a trip to Magic Castle in Los Angeles.
“Everything seems to be working properly,” an independent source added. “It’s very clear that Jennifer is serious about Ben. He hasn’t seemed so happy in a long time. “
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