Jennifer Lopez celebrated her 55th birthday in grand style with a Bridgerton-themed soirée in the Hamptons, New York, evoking a scene straight out of a regency romance. The star-studded event was a royal affair, complete with elaborate costumes and a touch of regal elegance. However, one notable absence was her husband, Ben Affleck, amid ongoing split rumors.
The Hustlers star, who turned 55 on July 24, held her celebration over the weekend, channeling Bridgerton’s Queen Charlotte. Dressed in an exquisite blue corset ball gown adorned with sparkling gold details, JLo looked every inch the queen as she held court in her very own throne.
A video montage shared on her Instagram captured the magic of the night, set to the orchestral music from the Netflix historical romance series. The footage showcased a white horse-drawn carriage arriving to whisk her away, a string quartet serenading her, and a candlelit dinner with her closest family and friends, including her mom, Guadalupe Rodríguez.
While Lopez was surrounded by loved ones, Ben Affleck was conspicuously absent. The couple, affectionately known as ‘Bennifer,‘ has not been pictured together in two months, fueling speculation about their relationship status.
JLo completed her regal look with sheer white gloves, a delicate golden necklace, and a voluminous updo. Her son Max, 16, was by her side at the dinner table, and she shared a sweet moment with her longtime manager, Benny Medina, 66.
The guests were equally dressed to impress, donning opulent and stylish costumes from the Regency era. The evening was filled with music and laughter, with JLo even taking to the microphone to entertain the crowd. Later, she changed into a stunning mint green off-shoulder dress with golden lace detailing, complete with a matching gold headpiece.
The birthday girl blew out the candles on her four-tiered cake, captioning her Instagram post, “Dearest Gentle Reader… And a splendid evening was had by all.” Her 251 million followers were thrilled with the imaginative party, with comments pouring in to praise the event.
“Queen JLo’s Bridgerton-themed birthday soirée was clearly the social event of the season!” one fan wrote. Another added, “Oooh… There’s a new Bridgerton Queen in town! You look very royal and splendid, your majesty.”
Earlier in the week, Lopez kicked off her birthday with a leisurely bike ride with her son Max in the Hamptons. The pair biked to Pierre’s French restaurant, where they were joined by a friend wearing a ‘Happy Birthday’ headband. For the occasion, JLo looked elegant in a $3,400 white and aqua mid-length shirtdress from Dior and a pair of studded flats.
Affleck was not in attendance at the party, as he was spotted in Los Angeles with his children over the weekend. The couple has spent much of the summer apart, including their second wedding anniversary on July 16. The last time they were seen together was in early June at his son Samuel’s basketball game.
The pair got engaged at the end of 2002 but broke it off a year later before calling quits on their relationship for good in 2004. They reunited in July 2021 and finally said ‘I do’ the following year, first in Las Vegas and then again in August at Affleck’s Georgia mansion. However, recent months have been marred by divorce speculation, with Affleck moving out of their Beverly Hills mansion, which they have since listed for sale.
A source claimed their marriage is ‘strained,’ but added, ‘there is also a deep love for each other.’ The couple is reportedly trying to work out their relationship behind the scenes, taking it day by day without throwing in the towel.
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