Is there a romantic connection between Jennifer Lopez and her ‘new’ bodyguard? Here are the photos that have everyone buzzing about their relationship.
After filing for divorce from Ben Affleck in August 2024, fans are keen to see what unfolds in Jennifer Lopez’s personal life. Although she expressed a desire to take a break from serious relationships, a photo of her bodyguard holding her hand as she stepped out of a vehicle went viral. So, what’s the story with Lopez and her security team? Here’s what we know.
Jennifer Lopez’s ‘new’ bodyguard is making headlines
The end of Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s marriage left Bennifer fans heartbroken. The couple first fell in love in the early 2000s but separated in 2004. Nearly 20 years later, they rekindled their romance and married in 2022, marking Affleck’s second marriage and Lopez’s fourth. Unfortunately, their union didn’t last, and Lopez filed for divorce in August 2024.
All eyes are on Jennifer Lopez as she adjusts to life as a single woman. Known for her love for romance, she has experienced four marriages and six engagements. In November 2024, she sparked interest when a photo of her holding hands with her “new” bodyguard went viral.
The image captures Lopez stepping out of a black SUV, gripping the bodyguard’s hand. She’s dressed in small black heels, a white coat, and a black hat, carrying a small black purse in her other hand. Smiling as she walks, the significantly younger bodyguard is seen attentively supporting her. He sports a gray blazer adorned with a silver pin reading “PG.”
“He’s a new addition to her security team, but not the only one,” a source told DailyMail.com. “She has several security personnel with her whenever she’s out, though they’re often not visible. He’s been with Lopez for a year and assists her with her Amazon projects.”
While fans speculated about a potential romance between Lopez and the bodyguard, that doesn’t appear to be the case. Lopez is accompanied by security at all times, and it was also noted that the newly popular bodyguard is married.

Jennifer Lopez is reportedly interested in “no-strings-attached fun with attractive younger men” following her divorce from Ben Affleck, sparking curiosity among fans. A source told In Touch Weekly, “She’s already given the green light for these handsome guys to be auditioned for her.” The insider explained that while Lopez was loyal to Affleck even after their split, she’s now ready to move on. “She’s eager to forget about Ben and the pain he caused her, and she believes that having some carefree fun with younger men is the best way to do that.”The source also mentioned that being around younger men is “great medicine” for Lopez, as it helps her feel youthful, sexy, and desired again.Meanwhile, although Jennifer may not be seeking a serious relationship right now, her friends and family are encouraging her to get back into the dating scene. An insider shared with Entertainment Tonight, “Jen’s friends and family want to see her out there again and find her happily ever after.”In contrast, Ben Affleck seems more open to dating than Lopez at this stage. “Ben has other priorities that are more important, but he’s open to dating,” the source noted.