Lopez, 55, who filed for divorce from Affleck, 52, in August after two years of marriage, has been leaning on Damon for support. The source shared that Lopez has confided in Damon not only during their time together in Toronto but also in recent weeks, finding comfort in his advice. She appreciates his calming influence and hopes their friendship will continue beyond the end of her marriage. Lopez also expressed interest in collaborating with Damon on future projects.
According to the insider, Damon has struggled to overlook Affleck’s behavior, which he views as unnecessary and hurtful. He believes that while marriage to Lopez may have been challenging, Affleck’s actions have crossed a line, leaving Lopez feeling humiliated. Damon’s wife, Luciana Barroso, also shares his feelings, agreeing that Affleck has handled the situation poorly, lacking empathy and class. The couple has been vocal about their disappointment with Ben’s behavior.
Despite the tension, Damon remains loyal to his friend, acknowledging Affleck’s long-standing personal struggles. However, he cannot help but feel sympathy for Lopez. The two were seen having a deep, emotional conversation during the Toronto International Film Festival premiere of their new film Unstoppable, an event Affleck notably did not attend. The source noted that Damon is trying to stay neutral and support both sides, but Affleck is not taking it well. Any suggestion that he is at fault for the breakdown of the marriage has upset him deeply.
Damon, caught in the middle, continues to balance his loyalty to Affleck while maintaining a compassionate relationship with Lopez. Though he understands both sides, the situation has put a strain on his friendship with Affleck as he tries to navigate the fallout from the high-profile split.