Jennifer Lopez has always been surrounded by a close-knit inner circle of trusted confidantes, but not all of them have been fans of her romantic choices. One such individual is Benny Medina, Lopez’s longtime manager and once-vocal critic of her relationship with Ben Affleck. Their animosity towards each other dates back to the star couple’s failed engagement in the early 2000s, creating a lingering sense of bad blood between them.
Despite their personal differences, Medina played a crucial role in shaping Lopez’s career and transforming her into an A-list global superstar. However, their professional partnership came to an abrupt end in 2003, with Affleck reportedly being a contributing factor to that decision. Lopez eventually rehired Medina a few years later, following her split from Affleck in 2004, and he has since become one of her most trusted advisors.
While Medina has been a steadfast supporter of Lopez throughout the years, sources indicate that he has been noticeably silent on the topic of Bennifer 2.0. Unlike in the past, where he was vocal about his disapproval of Lopez’s romantic choices, this time, he chose to refrain from expressing any opinions. It seems that he was resigned to Lopez’s decision to rekindle her relationship with Affleck and saw no point in interfering.
The resurgence of Bennifer also had repercussions on Lopez’s friendships, including her relationship with longtime bestie Leah Remini. Remini, who had been supportive of Lopez during her breakup with Marc Anthony, reportedly expressed concerns about Lopez’s reconciliation with Affleck. According to sources, Remini believed that Affleck was selfish and not fully committed as a partner, leading to a rift between the two friends.
The controversies surrounding Lopez’s romantic choices have not been limited to her inner circle. A second source revealed that, aside from Lopez’s mother, no one in her circle has a favorable opinion of Affleck. The source described Affleck as a “triple-A a-hole,” pointing to his behavior and the current state of his relationship with Lopez. Sources indicated that Affleck’s delay in filing for divorce has further strained his relationship with Lopez, leading to feelings of humiliation and anger.
The dynamics within Jennifer Lopez’s inner circle are complex and often fraught with tension. Personal opinions and biases can influence relationships, leading to rifts and fractures in longstanding friendships. Despite the challenges and controversies, Lopez remains surrounded by a loyal group of supporters who have been with her through thick and thin. The ever-evolving dynamics of her inner circle add another layer of complexity to her already high-profile life.