Jennifer Lopez faces fresh questions after insiders claimed her Brett Goldstein romance rumors may be staged. The Jennifer Lopez Accused Of Playing Up New Romance Rumors first appeared on The Blast

Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein may have looked convincing together on recent red carpets, but new claims suggest the rumored romance could be more about publicity than real feelings.

As buzz around the pair continues to spread online, insiders are now questioning whether the attention surrounding the co-stars was carefully encouraged to boost their upcoming Netflix movie and reshape public perception after Lopez’s painful divorce from Ben Affleck.

Jennifer Lopez And Brett Goldstein Sparked Dating Speculation

Rumors surrounding Lopez and Goldstein first picked up after the pair spent time together promoting their Netflix romantic comedy “Office Romance.” Fans quickly became invested after reports surfaced claiming the stars had grown close behind the scenes.

Their chemistry became a major talking point following a Broadway outing in New York City, along with claims they were seen “canoodling” during the movie’s wrap party. Lopez also fueled discussion after describing the “Ted Lasso” actor as the best kisser she had worked with.

Things escalated further during Netflix’s Upfront event earlier this month. Goldstein wrapped his arm around Lopez while posing for photographers, and the singer smiled warmly as she looked toward him during the appearance.

To many fans, it seemed obvious Lopez had finally moved on from Affleck following their highly publicized split. However, according to insiders who spoke to the Daily Mail, the reality behind the rumors may be very different.

One source insisted, “Jennifer and Brett are not dating or romantically involved at all.”

The insider added, “They think it’s actually really funny that people are suggesting they are [dating], and they’re going with it because they’re both really excited for Office Romance to come out.”

Jennifer Lopez Reportedly Helping Push Brett Goldstein Forward

Although sources denied any real romance, insiders claimed Lopez understands the value the speculation brings to the movie and to Goldstein’s growing career in Hollywood.

According to a second source, Goldstein still lacks the widespread recognition needed to fully break into leading-man territory despite his popularity from Ted Lasso.

“Brett is a star, but he isn’t a leading man that everyone knows about and cares about,” the insider explained.

They continued, “This movie he is doing with Jen, it is her job to make him and she is taking on that position to heart. She wants him to be the next big thing.”

The insider also suggested the dating chatter benefits both sides professionally, especially with the film preparing for release on Netflix on June 5.

“If the movie is received well and he also gets the shine from ‘being in a relationship’ with J-Lo, it shows that he is important and on his way to leading man status. As much as there is chemistry, they are also playing the game to make him into something he isn’t yet.”

The source later added, “She will take the attention it brings and she will gladly give him some shine, but it is currently nothing more than a showmance for them over a romance.”

Ben Affleck Still Looms Over Lopez’s Personal Life

Even as speculation surrounding Brett Goldstein continues, Affleck remains closely tied to Jennifer Lopez’s story.

Sources told the Daily Mail that Lopez was left heartbroken by the end of their marriage and still carries deep feelings for the Oscar winner.

According to one insider, Lopez’s divorce from Affleck left her “devastated” and hesitant to jump back into dating.

“Men and dating are not things she’s interested in at all right now. She’s really happy and in a great place, but because of everything she’s gone through, she isn’t wanting to date,” the source said.

The insider also hinted that Lopez’s emotional connection to Affleck never completely disappeared despite the breakup.

“Do people see them getting back together? No. Never say never? Yes. She believed in this marriage and its ending devastated her,” they explained.

The source added, “She loves love but dating hasn’t been her top priority after this divorce. These two will always love each other.”

The former couple finalized their divorce after rekindling their romance in 2021, nearly two decades after ending their first engagement.

Jennifer Lopez Called This Her Happy Era

Despite reports describing her divorce as painful, Lopez has publicly insisted she feels more at peace with herself than ever before.

During a March interview with “Good Morning America,” the singer opened up about embracing life on her own after years of high-profile relationships.

“I’m in my happy era,” Lopez said. “I think, for the first time in my life, I feel like I’m free; I’m on my own. And it feels really good.”

She also admitted that the experience of being single felt unfamiliar after spending most of her adult life in relationships.

“I didn’t really know what that felt like since I was in my early 20s – and even before that,” Lopez explained. “I’ve always had boyfriends. There was always someone in my life, and so many things that I felt like were out of my control.”

While Lopez continues to present herself as emotionally strong and independent, insiders claim the Affleck split still affected her deeply behind the scenes.

Their Family Bond Never Fully Disappeared

Even after their divorce, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck reportedly stayed connected through their blended family.

Affleck shares three children with ex-wife Jennifer Garner, while Lopez shares twins Emme and Max with Marc Anthony. Over the past year, the former couple has repeatedly been spotted supporting each other’s children during important moments.

Last September, Lopez was photographed shopping in Los Angeles with Affleck’s son Samuel. Months later, the exes reunited again after Lopez’s child Emme and Affleck’s child Fin appeared together in a school play.

According to insiders, their children remain extremely close despite the breakup.

The first source said the pair “do still spend time together” and that the children “are still very close and see one another all of the time.”

“They never stopped being close just because they got a divorce,” the insider added.

Their continued connection became even more noticeable after Affleck attended the October 2025 premiere of Lopez’s film “Kiss of the Spider Woman,” where he publicly praised her “fabulous” performance while posing beside her on the red carpet.

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