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Amidst the storm of rumors and speculations, Ben Affleck's representative has firmly denied any romantic involvement between the actor and Kathleen "Kick" Kennedy, the daughter of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This denial comes at a critical moment, just days after Jennifer Lopez, Affleck's wife, filed for divorce, marking the end of their two-year marriage. The divorce filing, which noted April 26 as their date of separation, has left many speculating about the reasons behind the split and the subsequent rumors of Affleck's alleged new relationship.
Jennifer Lopez, 55, has reportedly been deeply affected by the separation, despite being the one to initiate the divorce. According to sources close to the singer, Lopez didn't initially want the marriage to end but ultimately felt relief after making the decision. One insider shared with People that the past few months had been incredibly tough for Lopez, stating, "It's been almost torture for her to wait around." The source emphasized that Lopez is not someone who gives up easily, which made Affleck's decision to move on all the more painful for her.
As for Affleck, 52, he appears to be handling the divorce in stride, with sources indicating that he is focused on his work and family. "He thrives when he has work projects," one source told People, highlighting Affleck's ability to channel his energy into his career during difficult times. Another source noted that he has been particularly attentive to his children, a sign that he is trying to maintain some stability in his personal life despite the upheaval.
The rumors about Affleck and Kennedy, 36, began circulating earlier this week, with multiple sources claiming that the two had been spending time together since late spring. One source even mentioned that Kennedy had harbored a crush on Affleck for years. However, these claims were swiftly dismissed by Affleck's spokesperson, Jen Allen, who stated unequivocally, "There is no truth to any of it. I don't know if they even know each other."
Despite these denials, the public's fascination with the alleged romance has persisted, fueled by reports of the pair being spotted together at various hotspots in Beverly Hills. However, another insider, speaking to *Us Weekly*, reiterated that "Ben is not dating Kick," adding that while the two might know each other in passing, there is "definitely nothing going on."
