Jennifer Lopez is reportedly moving on from Ben Affleck. The couple, once affectionately known as “Bennifer,” finalized their divorce earlier this month. The pair officially called it quits back in August when JLo filed to end the marriage after just two years. Since that time, the singer has been seen at glamorous events and on lavish trips. Most recently, she celebrated the New Year with a trip to Aspen, Colorado. It was there that she was photographed hanging out with actor Kevin Costner. The duo apparently hit it off, and now, things are getting romantic.
According to Closer Online, Jennifer Lopez is still very focused on Ben Affleck despite their divorce. However, she can’t deny the pull she feels toward Kevin Costner. Sources tell the outlet that JLo was very interested in the actor and that she is also a huge fan of his work in the popular western series Yellowstone.
Lopez tends to gravitate toward talented and successful men. She’s previously dated rapper Drake and baseball star Alex Rodriguez. She was also married to singer Marc Anthony, whom she shares two children with, twins Max and Emme. Meanwhile, Costner is fresh off of a divorce as well. His messy split with ex-wife Christine Baumgartner made headlines in 2024.
Jennifer Lopez and Kevin Costner Romance Rumors Heat Up
However, Costner seems to be Jen’s type.
‘Kevin has a lot of the qualities she’s looking for in her next man,” a source revealed. “He’s incredibly successful and he’s someone that commands a huge amount of respect in the industry and among all their peers. Having him on her arm would make a big statement – and it doesn’t hurt that Ben has always spoken very highly of Kevin.”
Of course, fans had plenty of thoughts on the possible new couple. Some believed that JLo could be looking to make Ben jealous or have a fun and flirty rebound fling with Costner. Others think that the stars would be a strange pairing.
“Imagine Ben complaining to Matt [Damon[ about it,” one person wrote via Reddit.
“What an odd couple,” another said.
“JLo is seeking revenge on Ben and Kevin is the perfect rebound for her. This could be a juicy couple,” a third comment read.
There is one con of a potential Jennifer Lopez and Kevin Costner relationship. The actor is said to be a good friend of Ben Affleck’s first wife, Jennifer Garner. This could make things awkward for JLo.
“Kevin is also friends with Jennifer Garner, which definitely appeals to JLo because she loves the idea of dating someone they can’t help but approve of,” the informant added.
It was previously reported that Lopez wasn’t a fan of how close Garner and Affleck were during her marriage to Ben. The exes’ tight-knit friendship reportedly caused issues in the duo’s marriage. If Lopez were to get serious with Costner, his friendship with Garner could become a problem between the couple.
Now that JLo and Ben‘s divorce has been finalized, both parties are completely free to move on in their personal lives. Since their split, Affleck has been rumored to be linked to Kick Kennedy. However, the two haven’t been seen in public together, and that speculation has died down.
Since his divorce, Kevin Costner has been linked to singer Jewel. He’s also said to have been the object of affection for stars like Kelly Clarkson. The actor is allegedly looking for an A-list girlfriend for his next relationship. Of course, Jennifer Lopez seems like a perfect next romance for the dapper fan-favorite actor.
