At the 81st annual Golden Globes, Jennifer Lopez, the renowned actress and singer, faced a personal and potentially uncomfortable question on the red carpet regarding her marriage to Ben Affleck. The question, perceived by many as intrusive and awkward, was about how Lopez knew her recent marriage would be her last, considering her history of previous marriages.
Lopez, 54, responded with grace and composure. She reflected on the nature of knowing in relationships, stating, “When they say you know, you know. And other times, when you didn’t know, you also didn’t know.” She elaborated on her approach to both personal and professional commitments, emphasizing her intention to always go in with the best of intentions.
The interviewer, a Variety reporter identified as Marc Malkin, continued to probe, shifting focus to Affleck’s thoughts about Lopez’s portrayal of their wedding in her life and work. Lopez defended her husband and their relationship, highlighting Affleck’s support as her “biggest fan and biggest supporter.”
The line of questioning, however, sparked a wave of criticism among viewers and fans, many of whom expressed their displeasure and discomfort with the interview’s direction. Comments under the shared video and on social media platforms described the interview as “embarrassing,” “awkward,” and “inappropriately rude.” Some suggested that questions about Lopez’s professional endeavors, such as her film projects or upcoming music, would have been more appropriate and respectful.
Despite the awkward nature of the interview, Lopez maintained her composure and poise. She appeared on the red carpet in a striking bubblegum pink fitted gown with oversized rosette sleeves, her hairstyle evoking a sense of Old Hollywood glamor. This appearance followed her engagement and subsequent wedding to Ben Affleck, 51, a romance that has captured public interest.
Jennifer Lopez’s marital history includes four marriages. Her first marriage was to Miami waiter Ojani Noa in February 1997, lasting 11 months. She then married backup dancer Cris Judd in September 2001, with their divorce finalized in January 2003. In June 2004, Jennifer Lopez married singer Marc Anthony and gave birth to twins in 2008. Their marriage ended in divorce in 2014. Following this, Lopez and Affleck, often referred to as “Bennifer,” initially became a media sensation in the early 2000s. They postponed their wedding in September 2003 and eventually separated in January 2004. However, they rekindled their romance following Lopez’s break-up with Alex Rodriguez in April 2021. The couple got engaged in April 2022 and married in a small Las Vegas ceremony in July, followed by a formal wedding in August at Affleck’s estate in Georgia.
Lopez’s response and demeanor at the Golden Globes have been widely commended by fans and observers. Her ability to handle a personal and direct question with such composure has been seen as a testament to her professionalism and grace under pressure.
