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Hollywood star Ben Affleck has reportedly purchased a new $20.5 million mansion in the Pacific Palisades, according to sources close to the real estate transaction. This development comes on the heels of Affleck and his wife, Jennifer Lopez, listing their shared Beverly Hills estate for $68 million earlier this month, sparking widespread speculation about the couple's relationship status.
The newly acquired property, as reported by TMZ on July 26, 2024, boasts five bedrooms, six bathrooms, a media room, multiple walk-in closets, and a separate guest house. This purchase, made independently by Affleck, has raised eyebrows in the entertainment industry and among fans of the high-profile couple.
Celebrity realtor Josh Flagg, not associated with either property, offered insight into the situation. Speaking to People magazine, Flagg stated, "They really want to move the property," referring to the Beverly Hills mansion. He added, "I'm also going to take [a guess] that they're not going to walk out of this making money. They're going to either break even or take a small loss."
The Beverly Hills property, which Affleck and Lopez bought in May 2023 for $60,850,000, hit the market just 14 months after its purchase. This quick turnaround has fueled rumors of marital discord between the couple, who tied the knot in July 2022.
Sources close to the situation have reported that Affleck and Lopez have been living separately in Los Angeles since May 2024. One insider told People, "Ben continues to live at the Brentwood rental. He's been there for about two months now." The source added, "He seems okay. He's been at his office every day and seems focused on work. He's also spending time with his kids."
Despite the swirling rumors, the couple has maintained a united front in public appearances. On June 12, 2024, both Affleck and Lopez attended his son Samuel's graduation ceremony, wearing their wedding rings. They later co-hosted a graduation party at a rental home in Brentwood.
However, their recent activities have done little to quell speculation. Lopez celebrated her 55th birthday with a lavish Bridgerton-themed party in the Hamptons without Affleck present. The couple also spent their second wedding anniversary and the Fourth of July holiday apart, with Lopez reportedly house-hunting on the East Coast.
As of now, neither Affleck nor Lopez has publicly commented on the status of their marriage or these recent real estate moves. Their representatives have remained silent on the matter, leaving fans and media to speculate about the future of one of Hollywood's most watched couples.
While the outcome remains uncertain, these recent developments underscore the complexities of maintaining a high-profile relationship in the public eye. As the situation continues to unfold, all eyes remain on Bennifer 2.0 and their next moves, both personally and professionally.
