Over the course of the past several years, we’ve found that there are just some Hollywood couples that rule the red carpet like no other. Think of those classic, A-list stars whose romance has been just as storied and well-documented as their towering careers. Who comes to mind? Well, none other than Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez.
These two really know how to work a red carpet, and they should — they’ve had years perfecting their smize, style, and poses for the cameras for more than two decades! “Bennifer” 1.0’s initial appearances began in the early aughts. The two were one of the most — if not, the most — talked about couples of the early 2000s. They attended premieres for films like Maid in Manhattan and Daredevil, along with an appearance at the 75th Academy Awards.
As we all know, though, the couple fizzled out by January 2004. We went through quite a draught without their star power on the red carpet. But, fast-forward to 2021, and our thirst has been quenched! From their red carpet debut at Venice Film Festival, to the New York City premiere of The Last Duel, “Bennifer” 2.0 has been showing off their love over the course of the last several months. They initially got back together in spring of 2021, but it wasn’t until September that they finally made their triumphant return to the red carpet.
This time around, the new and improved “Bennifer” is keeping certain aspects of their romance as private as possible. But as they continue to explore this more mature iteration of their relationship, let’s take a look back at some of their best red carpet photos to date!
A version of this article was originally published on Oct 2021.
Only Have Eyes for Each Other
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck squashed all breakup rumors with their ultra-stylish appearance at the 2023 LACMA Art+Film Gala.
Gorgeous in Gucci
For the 2023 LACMA Art+Film Gala on Nov 4, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck stole the show in their gorgeous Gucci fits.
Back & Better Than Ever
Honestly, we should find someone who looks at us the way that Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez look at each other.
Whispering Sweet Nothings
On par with their cute PDA moments, Affleck took a few seconds to whisper a few sweet nothings in Lopez’s ear.
‘The Last Duel’ NYC Premiere
The couple brought their romance back to the Big Apple on October 9, 2021, for the NYC premiere of The Last Duel. The twosome looked as fabulous as ever.
Kissing in Venice
Be still our “Bennifer” bleeding and beating hearts — the couple sealed their return to the red carpet with the sweetest smooch and we just couldn’t handle it.
The Venice Film Festival
This new iteration of “Bennifer” has definitely made it clear that there are elements of their romance they’re not so interested in sharing with the press. But there PDA and cute little intimate moments in front of cameras aren’t one of them!
“Bennifer” 2.0’s Red Carpet Debut
Listen, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez really made us wait for this red carpet debut of “Bennifer” 2.0. And honestly, it was worth it. The couple attended the Venice Film Festival premiere of Affleck’s film The Last Duel on September 10, 2021 and looked as loved up as ever. It was such a blast from that past.
Looking So In Love
One of the best candid shots of “Bennifer” 1.0 has to be the sweet snap of the two at the premiere of Gigli.
The ‘Gigli’ Premiere
One of the projects that brought Lopez and Affleck together was, of course, the early aughts film Gigli. The couple attended the July 27, 2003, premiere in Los Angeles looking as glamorous as ever.
Smooches on the Red Carpet
Of course, what better way to make a declaration of love on one of the biggest red carpets than with a swee smooch?
The 75th Oscars
Is there a bigger event in Hollywood than the Oscars? We’re going to say…probably not. At the 75th Academy Awards on March 23, 2003, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez basically reigned over the red carpet attendees. They looked so happy — just look at Lopez’s expression!
Waving at the Cameras
Finally, it was time to head into the premiere, and Affleck and Lopez waved back at fans and photographers while the made their way down the red carpet. The two also held hands the whole time.
Smiles For the Cameras
The cute photo ops didn’t stop, though. Here, the couple wrapped their arms around one another and posed for some photos in front of the postsers for Daredevil.
Goofing Around In Front of the Cameras
The February 9, 2003, Daredevil premiere gave Lopez and Affleck plenty of opportunities to pose for the cameras. But this photo capture the couple goofing around and looking way too cute.
The ‘Daredevil’ Premiere
The couple then started the new year on a high by attending yet another premiere. This time around, it was the February 2003 premiere of Affleck’s Daredevil.
The ‘Maid in Manhattan’ Premiere
Let’s take it all the way back to 2002. Bennifer 1.0 was hot on the scene, and two of the biggest stars of the early aughts. The couple attended one of their first major red carpet events on December 8, 2002, when Affleck accompanied Lopez to the premiere of her film Maid in Manhattan. The premiere occurred roughly one month after they got engaged.
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