Ben and Jen Fuel Rumors Celebrating Independence Day Apart - Fama

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Ben Affleck, renowned for his role in "Air," was seen sporting his wedding band in Los Angeles during the Fourth of July weekend. This sighting occurred while his wife, Jennifer Lopez, enjoyed a getaway in the Hamptons. Despite recent reports of marital discord, Affleck's choice to wear his ring has sparked conversations.

On Sunday, Affleck was photographed with a subtle smirk as he strolled through a parking garage near his office. The 51-year-old actor, after entering his car, notably extended his left hand out the window, prominently displaying his gold wedding band.

Dressed in a casual ensemble, Affleck wore his favored gray graphic T-shirt, a garment he had donned twice the previous week during outings with his children, Violet and Seraphina, and a visit to his ex-wife Jennifer Garner's home. He complemented his laid-back look with baggy jeans and sneakers. The actor also carried an iced coffee and slung a black backpack over one shoulder.

While Affleck remained in Los Angeles, Jennifer Lopez, 54, was also seen wearing her wedding ring in the Hamptons. The "On the Floor" singer was spotted on Thursday and later seen shopping in Bridgehampton on Friday, accessorized with a charm bracelet featuring the initial "B," presumably for Ben.

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The couple's public appearances and choice of accessories have been under scrutiny since May, when it was revealed that Affleck had moved out of their $60 million marital home in Beverly Hills and into a rental property in Brentwood.

Despite these changes, both Affleck and Lopez have been intermittently seen with their wedding rings, adding to the speculation about their relationship status.

Lopez opted to spend the holiday weekend with close friends in the Hamptons, whereas Affleck stayed in Los Angeles to be with his three children, including his son Samuel, 12. This separation during a typically family-oriented holiday further fueled rumors about the couple's relationship.

It remains unclear whether Lopez has returned to the West Coast or if she plans to extend her stay in New York. The couple, who celebrated their first wedding anniversary in July 2022, first raised eyebrows about a potential split in May when Affleck was notably absent from the Met Gala, an event where Lopez served as a co-chair.