Ben Affleck had nothing but admiration for his ex-wife Jennifer Lopez at the New York City premiere of Kiss of the Spider Woman, nearly a year after their breakup and two years following their marriage. The former couple reunited on the red carpet for the event, which highlighted Affleck’s involvement in the film as a producer.
Affleck, who produced the film through his company Artists Equity alongside Matt Damon, spoke to the crowd inside the theater, expressing his pride in the project and his gratitude for the creative team behind it.
In his speech, the Accountant actor shared his aspirations for the film. “My goal was to empower great artists and tell moving stories and create opportunities for these kinds of great stories to be told and work with the best directors in the world and the best actors and the best material, and in this movie we did all of that and it’s an honor to be here,” he said, according to footage from People.
Affleck then turned his attention to Lopez, publicly praising her for her work in the film. “You’re incredible,” he told his ex-wife, a remark that captured the attention of those in attendance.
Lopez, who stars in the lead role in the movie, responded graciously, acknowledging Affleck’s significant contribution to the film’s success. “This movie wouldn’t have been made without Ben and without Artists Equity,” she said, reflecting on the support and resources provided by her former husband’s production company.
The film, based on the award-winning Broadway musical, stars Lopez alongside Diego Luna and Tonatiuh, and is one of the most highly anticipated releases of the year.
While the pair’s marriage ended after two years, their reunion at the premiere highlighted a professional bond that remains strong. Their mutual respect and appreciation for each other’s work were evident throughout the evening, offering a rare public display of their enduring friendship post-divorce.