Jennifer Lopez recently opened up about her ex-husband Ben Affleck during an interview on CBS Sunday Morning, expressing her gratitude for his role in her career. Lopez revealed that Affleck was instrumental in financing her upcoming project, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, stating, “The movie wouldn’t have been made if it wasn’t for him and Artist Equity.” She emphasized that while their relationship had its ups and downs, the experience ultimately contributed to her personal growth. “It was the best thing that ever happened to me because it helped me grow in a way that I needed to grow,” she shared.
Lopez also addressed the misleading headlines surrounding her comments, clarifying that she was not disparaging Affleck but rather acknowledging how their past together shaped her into the person she is today.
In other news, hip-hop legend Big Daddy Kane made headlines for sharing his thoughts on returning to music. During a recent appearance on Club Shay Shay, he credited fellow artists LL Cool J and Q-Tip for encouraging him to dive back into the studio. He praised LL Cool J, referring to him as the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) and noted that LL’s ambition to perform well into his 70s is truly inspiring. “I don’t see nobody else that can actually say that they’ve charted for five decades,” Kane remarked.
Meanwhile, 50 Cent is making significant moves in Louisiana with plans for a $50 million entertainment hub in Shreveport. The Shreveport City Council has unanimously approved the downtown economic development project, which follows 50 Cent’s G-Unit Studios acquiring properties worth over $2.4 million. The project includes a 30-year lease for Millennium Studios, which aims to transform into a state-of-the-art sports and entertainment venue, promising to boost the local economy.
These developments highlight the dynamic nature of the entertainment industry as artists continue to evolve and contribute in various ways. Stay tuned for more pop-culture updates.