Ana de Armas Says Attention She Received While Dating Ben Affleck Felt 'Dangerous' and 'Unsafe'

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are a united front, sticking together through the not so happy times.MORE: Jennifer Lopez's favorite anti-wrinkle eye cream is 40% off on Amazon right nowThe two were spotted out in Miami for a much more somber night out than their usual outings, as they attended a celebration of life event for a dear friend.Among many other celebrities, the couple honored the life of the late J.R. Ridinger, the Market America CEO and prominent figure on the Miami social scene, who passed away on 30 August.WATCH: Jennifer Lopez wows fans in honeymoon bathtub video MORE: Ben Affleck celebrates amazing news after wedding to Jennifer LopezThe esteemed mogul, who was 63 at the time of his death, died of a pulmonary embolism while on a yacht in Croatia.Jennifer paid tribute to him and his families the best way she knows how, by performing a song in J.R.'s honor at the event, which was held at the Faena Forum.She also took to Instagram to express her condolences to the businessman's widow, Loren Ridinger.

Jennifer Lopez, Ben Affleck, Kim Kardashian and many more were in attendance to pay their respects to the late Miami socialite who died suddenly in August after suffering a pulmonary embolism. He was 63.The newlyweds arrived hand-in-hand for the event, both dressed in black evening wear, with Kardashian also opting for a black ensemble, wearing a long-sleeved black dress with sunglasses while wearing sparkly silver statement earrings by Balenciaga.Some opted for bright colors for the celebration of life, hosted by Ridinger's late wife, Loren and their daughter, Amber. The party saw performances from J.Lo and Ja Rule, as well as Alicia Keys and Jamie Foxx, who all took the stage to honor the Market America CEO.

Minnie Driver is reflecting on her experiences and memories of filming, ahead of the Oscar-winning drama's 25th anniversary.Driver walked the red carpet at the Los Angeles premiere of her new Shakespeare-inspired period comedy on Thursday, and she spoke with ET's Will Marfuggi about the critically acclaimed project, which hit theaters in December 1997.When asked what she thinks of when looking back, Driver said, «How lucky we were to make such a beautiful film.»"[And] to have been left alone by a studio to make this beautiful film that these boys had written, you know?" Driver added, referring to her co-stars, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, who also co-wrote the script. Their script earned the stars their first Oscars, for Best Original Screenplay.«It was this ephemeral bit of filmmaking that stands the test of time,» she shared. «I'm so proud I was part of it and so glad that people still love it.»Driver also remarked on the career paths of her co-stars, who were relative newcomers when they broke through with their roles in «They've lived big lives, big beautiful lives! And my mom used to say, 'We live about a hundred different lives in our one lifetime,» Driver shared.

Ben Affleck has some good news to celebrate after selling his Pacific Palisades bachelor pad with almost $10million profit.RELATED: Jennifer Lopez's $97million property portfolio is out of this worldThe actor listed his traditional-style home on the market for $29.995million in August, following his wedding to Jennifer Lopez, and it has now sold for $28.5million, making it the third highest this year in the exclusive neighbourhood.WATCH: Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's love storyThe Good Will Hunting star bought the estate for $19million following his divorce from Jennifer Garner in 2018. It is located just a mile away from where his ex-wife lives with their three children – Violet, Seraphina and Samuel - and boasts 13,500 square feet of living space, featuring everything from a climate-controlled wine cellar and gym to a wellness room and home cinema.MORE: Inside Jennifer Lopez's home life with Ben AffleckMeanwhile, in the garden, there is a spacious lawn, a swimming pool with slide, an outdoor kitchen and poolside guest house complete with its own kitchenette and a bathroom, so it is easy to see why it sold so quickly.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were recently spotted going on a romantic date in a one-of-a-kind ride! The Hollywood couple were photographed leaving the Beverly Hills hotel in Los Angeles, with the actor driving Jennifer’s custom Rolls Royce Drophead Coupe.The pair were seen having a lot of fun driving away in their red luxury car. And it seems Ben and Jennifer are in the market for a bigger purchase, as they were spotted inspecting the renovation of her lavish $28 million pad, however it’s still unclear if they will be moving to the property or buying a new mansion in California.It was also reported that they are currently staying at a Beverly Hills rental owned by Australian billionaire James Packer, who used to be engaged to Mariah Carey.The happy couple are enjoying their new life as a married couple, and even Alex Rodriguez has given his blessing to Jennifer and Ben, following their star-studded wedding in Georgia.The retired athlete opened up about his ex-fiancé, and her new relationship.

Jennifer Lopez, it seems Alex Rodriguez is keeping his words short and sweet.For anyone who isn't up to speed on the saga between Lopez, Rodriguez and her famed ex, Ben Affleck, the world-famous performer and baseball star had dated for years and were engaged when speculation of their split emerged in March 2021. While a source told ET shortly after that the two remained a couple and were «working through things,» a month later on April 15, they officially announced their breakup in a joint statement. «We have realized we are better as friends and look forward to remaining so,» the statement partly read. A year later, she was engaged once again to her former flame, Affleck, and the couple recently celebrated their nuptials with an August wedding weekend in Georgia after unexpectedly tying the knot in Las Vegas in July. «Honestly does it bother you that, within days after you broke up, that she was back to seeing Ben Affleck and that she ended up getting married to him, not you?» CNN's Chris Wallace asked Rodriguez during a new sit-down. «First of all, I would say I'm glad I'm not gonna ever be a presidential candidate because you would hammer me,» the athlete quipped back.

Ellise Shafer “Blonde” author Joyce Carol Oates, who penned the biographical fiction novel that the Netflix film is based on, has weighed in on the discourse surrounding Andrew Dominik’s controversial portrait of Marilyn Monroe. On Friday, Oates answered some burning questions from fans via Twitter, including about backlash the film has received that it exploits Monroe’s trauma. Dubbed a fictionalized retelling of the movie star’s life and untimely death, “Blonde” loosely recreates several tragedies during the life of Monroe (Ana de Armas), including the abuse she endured from her mother and the sexual assaults she experienced in Hollywood. In addition to fan outrage on social media, the movie has also been panned by several film critics, including The New York Times’ Manohla Dargis, who wrote in her review: “Given all the indignities and horrors that Marilyn Monroe endured during her 36 years, it is a relief that she didn’t have to suffer through the vulgarities of ‘Blonde,’ the latest necrophiliac entertainment to exploit her.”

Zack Sharf Andrew Dominik’s “Blonde,” starring Ana de Armas as Marilyn Monroe, skyrocketed to the top of Netflix’s movie chart after its first day available to stream, but the NC-17 drama is leaving many subscribers outraged. The film may have been the talk of the Venice Film Festival with its 14-minute standing ovation, but critics and viewers are calling it “sexist,” “cruel” and “one of the most detestable movies” ever made. “Given all the indignities and horrors that Marilyn Monroe endured during her 36 years, it is a relief that she didn’t have to suffer through the vulgarities of ‘Blonde,’ the latest necrophiliac entertainment to exploit her,” wrote The New York Times film critic Manohla Dargis, who panned the movie in her review.

The life of Marilyn Monroe is one of Hollywood’s most enduring, intriguing and ultimately tragic stories, and it serves as the basis for Netflix’s film Blonde in which Ana de Armas stars as the beloved screen siren. Monroe passed away at age 36 in 1962, so those unfamiliar with the Some Like It Hot star’s tale will be wondering how Marilyn Monroe died.

Netflix’s new Marilyn Monroe movie that hopes to be a major contender during awards season.Running time: 166 minutes. Rated NC-17 (some sexual content). Out Sept.

Ben Affleck and his family are getting ready for Halloween. Affleck was photographed alongside with Emme, Seraphina, and a friend of theirs, as they stopped by Spirit Halloween, the famous costume store.Jennifer Garner dances at the Angel City FC soccer game with Seraphina Affleck nearbyFirst look at Jennifer Lopez, Josh Duhamel and Lenny Kravitz in ‘Shotgun Wedding’Affleck wore a blue button up shirt that he paired with a white t-shirt underneath, black pants and sneakers.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's wedding officiant is still on cloud nine. Jay Shetty -- a former monk, current podcast host and author — opened up about the nuptials while speaking with ET at the 2022 Global Citizen Festival over the weekend. «I can tell you it is an honor,» Shetty told ET on Saturday.

Life under the microscope. Ana de Armas didn’t appreciate her relationship with ex-boyfriend Ben Affleck being scrutinized by the public.

Ana De Armas is opening up.

Ana de Armas needed to convince Netflix that she could be Marilyn Monroe. She was already the first choice of director Andrew Dominik, whose film “Blonde,” a surrealist vision of the life and death of the screen legend, had been reportedly cast with various leading ladies before alighting on de Armas, but “Knives Out” — the hit film in which the previously little-known performer sat at the center of the mystery — hadn’t yet come out. In 2019, few knew her name. De Armas brought her accent coach to the in-person screen test with Netflix. “I hadn’t had the training and the voice and everything,” says de Armas, who was born and raised in Cuba. “So my coach was crouching on the floor, under the table.” The stakes were high. “I just knew that everything we did that day was going to be the definitive test of the movie to be greenlit or not.” The scene was one in which Monroe pleads with husband Joe DiMaggio to let her move to New York so that she can “start from zero, away from Hollywood,” de Armas recalls; passion had to enter Monroe’s voice, all as the woman under the table fed de Armas the proper pronunciations of the lines.

Jennifer Garner has been pictured wearing a sparking diamond ring following her ex-husband Ben Affleck's wedding to Jennifer Lopez.READ: Jennifer Garner sends emotional message to 'frenemy' after Ben Affleck weds Jennifer LopezThe 50-year-old stepped out near her LA home on Tuesday wearing an off-duty outfit consisting of a black pleated skirt and beige cardigan – but it was her jewelry that stole the show, with the sparkler reported to be an eternity band given to her by her boyfriend John Miller.WATCH: Jennifer Garner sparks engagement claims with telling new jewelryJennifer has been dating businessman John since 2018 after her divorce from Ben was finalized. They briefly split in October 2020 before rekindling their romance earlier in 2021.The 13 Going on 30 actress and father-of-two John have never commented publicly on their relationship, but her former Alias co-star Victor Garber – who married Jen and Ben back in 2005 – shared his opinion on her relationship.MORE: Jennifer Garner and boyfriend John Miller make rare outing togetherMORE: Jennifer Garner shares rare glimpse inside home life with her three children"I have [met him].

disgraced producer Harvey Weinstein.The comedy is not available to be watched online or purchased digitally; meanwhile, Blu-ray DVDs are selling them for almost $100 a pop.“In order to tell the story, unfortunately, I’m gonna have to say the name that nobody wants to hear anymore. But of course, Harvey Weinstein figures into the story,” the “Mallrats” director told The Wrap.“I mean, honestly, not even a thought.

Ben Affleck had a lot to say during his romantic wedding with Jennifer Lopez. The Hollywood star prepared an emotional 12-page speech for the special occasion, declaring his love for his new wife on August 20 at his Georgia mansion.“He’s one of my favorite writers on the planet,” Kevin Smith said about Ben, sharing some details about the ceremony, during a recent interview with ‘The View.’Kevin, who is a close friend of the actor, after working together throughout his career, explained that the celebrity couple prepared their own vows, and Ben poured his heart out in front of all guests.