Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are showing mutual respect for each other’s talents, despite their recent separation. Lopez, 55, stars in the new boxing drama Unstoppable, produced by Affleck, 52, alongside his longtime collaborator and best friend, Matt Damon. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight published last week, Affleck praised Lopez’s performance in the film, calling it “spectacular.”

At the U.K. premiere of Unstoppable on Monday, November 5, Lopez reciprocated Affleck’s kind words, telling reporters, “I would describe all of the cast and everybody behind the scenes as spectacular and wonderful.” Her response reflected a spirit of professionalism and grace as the two navigate their recent split.

Affleck, who has been deeply involved in Lopez’s latest project through his and Damon’s production company, Artists Equity, also spoke about Unstoppable and its early favorable reviews. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight on November 3, he compared it to his recent film Small Things Like These, emphasizing that both projects showcase the dedication of talented artists. “[Director] Billy Goldenberg and Jennifer and Don Cheadle and Jharrel [Jerome] and Bobby Cannavale all were really passionate about this film,” Affleck shared, adding that Unstoppable is “another one that we’re really, really proud of.”

The public praise between the former couple is particularly poignant, coming just months after Lopez filed for divorce from Affleck in August 2024, following two years of marriage. Court documents listed their separation date as April 26, three months before they would have celebrated their second wedding anniversary. Despite their recent split, both Lopez and Affleck seem committed to maintaining mutual respect, especially when it comes to supporting each other’s careers.

Affleck and Lopez’s relationship has been one of Hollywood’s most talked-about stories. They first dated in the early 2000s, becoming one of the most iconic couples of the time before calling off their engagement in 2004. Nearly two decades later, in a surprising twist, they rekindled their romance and were married in 2022. However, balancing careers, families, and their public profiles eventually proved challenging, leading to their separation.

As Lopez and Affleck continue to work together professionally, their public support for each other’s work reflects the respect they still hold for one another. Fans of both stars are watching to see how their professional and personal stories unfold, with many hoping their collaboration on Unstoppable signifies a peaceful chapter as they move forward.