Jennifer Lopez has always prioritized being the best mother she can be to her 16-year-old twins, Max and Emme, who she shares with ex-husband Marc Anthony. In a recent interview with British Vogue, Lopez, 55, revealed that despite her dedication to her children, she also faces personal struggles. “As a mom, you always want to put your best foot forward for your kids,” she said but acknowledged that she, too, is only human and faces challenges.
Lopez has a deep understanding of balancing the demands of motherhood with her aspirations. She spoke about how difficult it can be to provide the best for her children while also dealing with relationship struggles. “Being a mom and knowing what it is to want to give the best to your children and put forward your best face for them all the time, but also be struggling as a woman in relationships and in life,” she explained, revealing the emotional complexity of this dual role.
In her new film Unstoppable, Lopez portrays a mother facing hardships while trying to support her child’s dreams. She expressed how she connected with the character of Judy Robles, the real-life mother of a national champion wrestler born with one leg. Lopez said the character’s experiences reminded her of her own struggles and the challenges she’s faced in her personal life, especially in terms of relationships.
Lopez reflected on her own experiences with troubled relationships, admitting that it is not easy to find forgiveness. Her marriage to Marc Anthony ended in 2011, and their divorce was finalized in 2014. She shared that, despite the pain, she worked hard to make peace with their situation because Anthony is the father of her children. More recently, Lopez ended her two-year marriage to Ben Affleck in August 2024, adding to her personal challenges.
In an interview for Interview magazine, Lopez emphasized the importance of self-love and acknowledging her journey. She said that, with everything she has gone through, it’s important to give herself credit for her perseverance. “We’ve been through a lot of things that nobody knows about, and you’ve persevered and you refuse to give up and to let it get you down,” Lopez reflected, encouraging others to recognize their own strength.
Lopez’s latest film, Unstoppable, which is scheduled for release on Prime Video in January 2025, showcases her dedication to portraying strong, resilient women. The film, a sports drama produced by Ben Affleck’s company, has already been praised by Affleck, who called Lopez’s performance “spectacular.”
