After a much-publicized reunion and two-year marriage, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck officially finalized their divorce in January 2025. The split followed a prolonged separation that began in April 2024, marking the abrupt end to Hollywood’s most iconic “Bennifer 2.0” saga. Now, rumors are swirling around Lopez’s blossoming connection with British actor Brett Goldstein. The duo was recently seen together at a Broadway performance, where they chatted backstage and enjoyed each other’s company. This fueled speculation that Lopez may be leaning into a fresh chapter both romantically and professionally. Here’s what Affleck allegedly thinks of Lopez’s new romance.

Ben Affleck has a warning for Brett Goldstein amid rumors of his romance with Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein have ignited the rumor mill with whispers of a burgeoning romance. And it seems to be blossoming both on and off the set of their upcoming Netflix rom-com, Office Romance. Paparazzi recently caught the duo backstage at the Broadway show Oh, Mary!, where they appeared relaxed and close — separate from their usual entourage — which has only fueled the dating chatter. A suspiciously cozy scene emerged from their film wrap party in the Dominican Republic, with a DeuxMoi source reporting they were “canoodling” before sneaking off to a private cabana together.

The tone among insiders is clear: After her emotionally taxing split from Ben Affleck, Lopez seems to be stepping into a fresh, flirtatious chapter. And she’s balancing a professional partnership with the possibility of something more. So, what does Affleck think?

An insider told RadarOnline that Affleck knows of the rumors. And he has a warning for Goldstein.

“He’s aware of what’s going on with her and Brett and doesn’t want to deprive Jennifer of the right to do what she wants,” the source alleged. “He thinks Brett should get out of it if he knows what’s good for him, but clearly, he’s too swept up by Jennifer’s charms to see what’s happening to him. Jennifer is hard on guys, and Ben can testify to that.” On the other hand, the insider noted that Affleck feels “relieved” for her to focus “on something new.”

Another insider noted that Affleck “feels sorry” for Goldstein. “She wants her men to conform to her over-the-top lifestyle and meet her standards of perfection, and that’s an impossible thing to ask of anyone,” they alleged.

Jennifer Lopez allegedly loves how Brett Goldstein ‘fawns’ over her

An insider close to Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein notes that the couple is entangled in a “flirt fest” while filming Office Romance. And their co-stars allegedly noticed.

“They’re both professional and ready to deliver their lines when the cameras are rolling, but in between, it’s a flirt fest,” the insider told In Touch Weekly. “Brett fawns all over Jennifer, and she’s absolutely loving the attention. He is so adoring, which is exactly what she needs right now.”

The source added that “everyone” has noticed Lopez’s newfound happiness. However, it remains unclear as to whether Lopez and the Ted Lasso star will pursue a relationship.

The ‘Ted Lasso’ star said J.Lo was his celebrity crush in the past

Brett Goldstein hasn’t been shy about vocalizing his thirst for Jennifer Lopez. While speaking on his podcast, Films to Be Buried With, he mentioned how attractive he found Lopez in the 2019 film Hustlers.

“F***ing hell, 50! She’s 50! I love her,” Goldstein says, adding that seeing Lopez in a fur coat made him want to be “cuddled” by her.

Fans love that Goldstein gets to work with Lopez after singing her praises.

“Brett has said before that J.Lo is his celeb crush, so it’s incredible he gets to do a movie with her,” one fan on Reddit wrote.

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