Jennifer Lopez removes the ring from her finger at the ceremony for the most beautiful woman of the year award
At the recent “Most Beautiful Woman of the Year” award ceremony, Jennifer Lopez made headlines not just for receiving the accolade but also for a subtle yet significant gesture: she appeared without her iconic 8.5-carat green diamond engagement ring from Ben Affleck. This public absence of the ring has reignited discussions about the status of her relationship with Affleck.
Lopez’s decision to forgo her wedding ring during the ceremony mirrors a previous instance in July 2024 when she was seen without it while promoting her JLo Beauty line on Instagram. At that time, the missing ring sparked widespread speculation about potential marital issues between the couple .
Despite these public appearances without the ring, court documents from their finalized divorce in January 2025 confirm that Lopez retained ownership of the engagement ring, which holds both significant monetary and sentimental value.
The couple, who rekindled their relationship in 2021 and married in 2022, have faced intense media scrutiny throughout their time together. The recent events at the award ceremony add another layer to their complex narrative, leaving fans and observers speculating about the implications of Lopez’s choice to appear without the ring during such a high-profile event.
As of now, neither Lopez nor Affleck has made an official statement regarding the current status of their relationship or the symbolism behind the missing ring at the ceremony.
