At the 2024 Democratic National Convention, Mindy Kaling took the opportunity to show her support for Ben Affleck amidst his divorce from Jennifer Lopez. The ‘Office’ alum expressed her love for their home state of Massachusetts while on stage at the United Center in Chicago. In her speech, she gave a special shoutout to the Massachusetts delegation, proclaiming, “Everyone is always hating on us! But they just don’t get it! Go [Boston Red] Sox! Go Jason Tatum! Ben Affleck, hang in there!”
The words of encouragement from Mindy Kaling came just one day after Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck. Lopez submitted the documents in Los Angeles, without an attorney, citing their separation date as April 26. Sources mentioned that Jennifer Lopez decided to end the marriage on August 20, the second anniversary of their Georgia wedding, to assert her independence.
Lopez and Affleck had previously tied the knot in Las Vegas in July 2022, followed by a larger celebration at Ben Affleck’s home in Georgia a month later. Rumors suggest that Affleck delayed filing for divorce to spare Lopez any embarrassment after their relationship failed. Despite their silence on the matter, the couple had been sparking speculations of a split all summer as they went on different solo trips and put their Beverly Hills estate up for sale.
The public appearances of both Lopez and Affleck have been limited in recent times. Lopez was last seen on August 18th, out with her 16-year-old daughter, while Affleck appeared stressed while going to work the following day. Ben Affleck was spotted dropping off his eldest daughter at Yale University, alongside his ex-wife Jennifer Garner. This apparent distancing from the public eye has further fueled speculation about the state of their relationship.
The public display of support from Mindy Kaling towards Ben Affleck during a challenging time in his personal life showcases the solidarity and camaraderie often found in the entertainment industry. With the spotlight constantly on celebrities, their relationships and personal struggles are often dissected by the public. It remains to be seen how Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez will navigate this phase of their lives and whether they will address the rumors and speculations surrounding their divorce.