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New York City lit up Monday night as Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez made their long-awaited joint red carpet appearance at the premiere of “Kiss of the Spider Woman.” The event marked the first time the former couple was seen together publicly since finalizing their divorce in January — and the world couldn’t look away.
Wearing a dazzling, spider-web-inspired gown by Harris Reed, Lopez embodied the film’s theatrical glamour as flashes from cameras illuminated her every move. By her side were her 17-year-old twins, Max and Emme, and John Kander, the legendary composer behind the musical. Lopez, who stars in the new adaptation, was all smiles as she spoke to reporters.
“I am so grateful to be part of it, to be a producer of it,” she said. “And to be picked as [Bill Condon’s] Spider Woman — his Aurora and his Ingrid Luna.”
Affleck, who serves as a producer on the film, echoed that sentiment, praising Lopez both as an artist and as a performer who finally found her dream role.
“I wouldn’t dream of not being here,” Affleck told Entertainment Tonight. “This is the kind of role Jennifer has wanted to play her whole career — and she’s absolutely fabulous in it.”
Their reunion came as a surprise to many, considering the emotional distance following their split earlier this year. But on this night, both stars appeared poised, professional, and united by a shared creative passion rather than personal history.
Onlookers described the atmosphere as “charged but warm,” with flashes popping and fans cheering as the two exchanged brief smiles. Insiders say the collaboration was inevitable — the project was in motion long before their separation, and both remained deeply invested in its success.
Industry analysts already predict “Kiss of the Spider Woman” could position Lopez for one of her strongest critical seasons yet, with whispers of early awards buzz surrounding her performance.
For a couple once dubbed “Bennifer,” this moment felt symbolic — not a rekindling of romance, but a reunion of two artists whose professional respect outlasted their love story.
