Who is her new boyfriend? do you know them?

Ever since she entered the spotlight, Jennifer Lopez’s love life has been scrutinized under a microscope. From her decades-spanning romance with Ben Affleck to her rumored dalliance with Drake, Lopez’s list of suitors continues to captivate the public’s imagination.

It’s a fascination that her ninth studio album This Is Me … Now and the accompanying movie-musical bolstered. The singer nods to the many high-profile relationships that preceded and followed her most recent relationship with Affleck, and she also acknowledges her hopeless romantic tendencies. As she says while narrating the trailer for This Is Me … Now: A Love Story: “Whenever someone asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up, my answer was always: ‘In love.’”

Ahead, we track all of Lopez’s marriages, engagements, and relationships—from her partnership with singer Marc Anthony to her broken engagement with Alex Rodriguez.

Bennifer surprised fans across the world when they rekindled their romance in April 2021, nearly two decades after calling off their initial engagement. Things quickly got serious, with Affleck and Lopez getting engaged for a second time the following year.

“Did you ever imagine your biggest dream could come true?” Lopez asked in a special edition of her fan newsletter, On the JLo. “Saturday night while at my favorite place on earth (in the bubble bath), my beautiful love got on one knee and proposed. I was taken totally off guard and just looked in his eyes smiling and crying at the same time trying hard to get my head around the fact that after 20 years this was happening all over again, I was quite literally speechless and he said, ‘is that a yes?’ I said YES of course that’s a YES.”

The two officially tied the knot in a surprise Las Vegas ceremony in July 2022. They celebrated the nuptials with a second, more extravagant wedding in Georgia the following month.

At the tail end of that year, Lopez announced the forthcoming release of This Is Me … Now, which was heavily inspired by her renewed romance with Affleck. “When he came back into my life, again the same thing happened, where I felt so inspired and so overtaken with emotion that it was just pouring out of me,” she told Zane Lowe in an interview for Apple Music. “When I feel good, I write music. And I wrote music, and I got in the studio in I think May, and by August when we got married, it was done.”

Affleck has similarly been open about his adoration for his wife since their unexpected reunion.

“She is incredibly knowledgeable about the way fashion evolves through the culture as a confluence of music, sports, entertainment and dance,” he told The Hollywood Reporter in March 2023.

And during a red carpet event, he told Entertainment Tonight, “She’s brilliant and [she] helps me in every conceivable way.”

Unfortunately, their second chance quickly soured into a second break-up. In August 2024, Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck, citing April 26, 2024 as the date of separation. The news followed months of speculation over their marital status, with the two reportedly living under separate roofs and spending much of the summer apart from each other.

Alex Rodriguez (2017—2021)

In a 2019 interview with Sports Illustrated, Lopez reflected on meeting MLB player Alex Rodriguez for the first time at a 2005 Yankees game in New York City: “We shook hands, and it was this weird electricity for, like, three seconds … Three to five seconds of looking at somebody right in their eyes, and getting stuck.”

But it would be over 10 years before the two eventually reconnected and started dating. “I was having lunch somewhere and I saw him as he passed by. Afterwards, I went outside, and for some reason I felt like tapping him on the shoulder,” Lopez recalled in 2017, during a guest appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. “He texted me, said, ‘Let’s go out to dinner,’ and I said, ‘Okay.’ We had a nice dinner.”

Throughout their yearslong romance, J.Lo and A-Rod made multiple high-profile appearances together at events like the Met Gala, the Golden Globes, the Oscars, and the Grammys. Rodriguez also accompanied Lopez to her performance at Joe Biden’s presidential inauguration in January 2021.

They announced their engagement in 2019, but plans for their wedding were postponed due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Then, in April 2021, the couple announced their split. “We have realized we are better as friends and look forward to remaining so,” they said in a joint statement at the time. “We will continue to work together and support each other on our shared businesses and projects. We wish the best for each other and one another’s children. Out of respect for them, the only other comment we have to say is thank you to everyone who has sent kind words and support.”

At the time, a source for E! News elaborated on Lopez’s reasoning for ending the engagement. “After months of questioning things and fighting, Jennifer felt like she could no longer trust Alex anymore,” the insider said.

Drake (2016)

Lopez was rumored to be dating Drake after the rapper was spotted cheering her on at her “All I Have” Las Vegas residency in December 2016. What followed was a streak of now-deleted cuddly Instagram posts, which included a photo of Lopez lying across Drake’s lap and another snap of the two embracing at a party. “She’s having fun,” a source told E! News at the time.

Lopez finally put the rumors to rest during a 2017 interview on The Daily Show. “Let me clear this up,” she said. “I am not with Drake.”

Drake seemed to reference the end of their fling in a 2018 track titled “Diplomatic Immunity,” on which he raps: “2010 was when I lost my halo / 2017 I lost a J.Lo.”

Casper Smart (2011—2016)

Lopez began dating Casper Smart, who worked for her as a backup dancer, shortly after her split from Anthony in 2011. A source told People that the romance with Smart, who is 18 years her junior, was “a fun fling” and “not meant to turn into anything more.” The two developed an on-again, off-again relationship before ultimately calling it quits in 2016.

Although initial reports claimed that the breakup was amicable, an insider later told People that Smart had cheated on Lopez. “She kicked him out because he cheated on her and he got caught,” the source said. “It happened two years ago, and he promised he would never do it again, and once he did, she was done.”

The Rumors Begin

Jennifer Lopez has recently been spotted in Los Angeles, sparking a wave of chatter. The versatile entertainer was seen grabbing coffee casually with a male friend. Sources from outlets like The Nerd Stash and Meaww News suggest that the pair seemed quite at ease with one another, fueling speculation that this might signal the start of a new romantic chapter for Lopez. Adding to the excitement, there are whispers that J.Lo has hired a strikingly attractive team of bodyguards, with speculation swirling that one of them could become more than just a guardian in her life.

Fact or Fiction?

While these reports have certainly piqued the public’s interest, there hasn’t been any official word from Lopez about a new boyfriend. The entertainer has consistently kept her personal life private, which is commendable. In an interview with Interview Magazine in October 2024, Lopez shared her thoughts on relationships. She expressed her contentment with being single and her commitment to personal growth, stating, “I’m not looking for anybody… what if I’m just free?”

This statement seems to contradict the rumors of a new relationship. Lopez often uses her platform to inspire women to embrace independence and self-love, suggesting that she might be focusing more on personal fulfillment than romantic relationships at this time.

Public Fascination with J.Lo’s Love Life

Jennifer Lopez’s relationships have always captured the attention of her fans and the media. From her early days with Sean “Diddy” Combs to her iconic engagement to Ben Affleck in the early 2000s, and later, her marriages to Cris Judd and Marc Anthony, Lopez’s love life has been a whirlwind of experiences. Her recent romance and breakup with Affleck have kept her in the spotlight.

The public is fascinated by Lopez’s remarkable ability to stay graceful and composed through the highs and lows of her personal life. She often transforms heartbreak into inspiration, using her experiences to fuel her music and acting performances. Her resilience might be why her fans care deeply about her happiness, whether that means finding a new relationship or embracing her life as a single woman.

A Strategic Move?

Some analysts believe that the recent sightings and rumors might be a deliberate effort to shape the narrative about Lopez’s personal life. Many celebrities skillfully leverage media speculation to promote their upcoming projects or gently influence public perception. Given Jennifer Lopez’s savvy, it wouldn’t be surprising if the rumors serve dual purposes—keeping her name in the limelight while adding a touch of intrigue.

The Role of Bodyguards in the Speculation

The buzz around J.Lo’s “exceptionally handsome” bodyguards has added an unexpected twist to the story. Although the idea of a bodyguard turning into a romantic partner may seem like something out of a Hollywood film, it’s important to approach such assertions with a healthy dose of skepticism. Security professionals are skilled at maintaining a professional distance from their clients, and any notion to the contrary usually stems more from imagination than reality.

Still, this part of the rumor mill highlights how captivated the public remains by Jennifer Lopez. Even the simple act of hiring new security staff can ignite a flurry of speculation, underscoring how closely people watch her life.

Balancing Personal Life and Career

At 54, Jennifer Lopez continues to thrive in her career, whether through music, acting, or her various business ventures. Balancing a demanding career with personal life is challenging, and Lopez has often shared her experiences with managing it all while being in the spotlight.

In her interview with Interview Magazine, Lopez discussed how she handles these pressures. “It’s all about discovering that inner peace,” she shared. “Don’t allow the chaos surrounding you to control the way you live your life.” This perspective indicates that while the public might be excited to see her enter a new relationship, Lopez is prioritizing her balance and happiness above all else.

So, is Jennifer Lopez seeing someone new? Currently, there’s no solid evidence to support the rumors. Although recent sightings and speculative reports have sparked discussions, they remain just that—speculations. Until Lopez addresses these rumors herself, it’s wise to approach them with a bit of skepticism.

Jennifer Lopez has a unique way of captivating the world, whether through her professional achievements or personal experiences. As she embarks on this new chapter, her fans will undoubtedly support her, whether she’s single or in a relationship.

Sources:

• The Nerd Stash: Reports on J.Lo’s recent sightings and bodyguard rumors.
• Meaww News: Speculative claims about a new boyfriend.
• Interview Magazine: October 2024 interview with Jennifer Lopez.
• Newsweek: Coverage of Jennifer Lopez’s statements about independence and self-growth.