In a revealing interview with Interview magazine, Jennifer Lopez opened up about the personal and professional challenges she has faced over the past year. The multi-talented artist, known for her resilience and tenacity, candidly discussed the emotional toll of canceling her tour and ending her marriage to Ben Affleck, all while under the harsh scrutiny of the public eye.
Reflecting on the whirlwind summer, Lopez emphasized the importance of self-awareness amid widespread speculation about her personal life. “I know that everything being written and said about me, and all the conjecture about who I am, is not who I really am,” the Marry Me star said. Her words highlight her deep understanding of the chasm between public perception and personal truth, a distinction she has come to master throughout her decades-long career.
At 55, Lopez is a veteran of the entertainment industry and has learned to navigate its challenges with grace. Speaking about the pervasive nature of online criticism, she noted that while social media has become an integral part of modern celebrity culture, she refuses to let it define her. “I don’t take social media as seriously as everyone else does,” Lopez stated. “I know I’m a good person, and I know I’m a good mom.” Yet, even with her seasoned perspective, she acknowledged the emotional sting that negative comments can leave behind. “Don’t get me wrong, if I see something hurtful, I’m not made of Teflon.”
To cope with the barrage of public opinion, Lopez stays grounded by focusing on her true passions. “What matters to me as an artist is doing work that inspires me and that I enjoy,” she said. “This is my life’s passion. I love to sing. I love to dance. I love to act.” Her words reflect her unwavering dedication to her craft, which has been the backbone of her extraordinary career.
Lopez also spoke about the importance of maintaining perspective in the face of online trolling. She recognized that those who engage in negative behavior often represent a small, unhappy segment of the population. “Somebody who takes the time to make a video just to jump on that thing — how can I pay attention to that when I have these beautiful kids and so much amazing stuff going on in my life?”
With a mindset rooted in resilience, Lopez shared a mantra she lives by during tough times: “Even in hard moments, I remind myself, ‘You know the truth.’ Head high. Like they said in Finding Nemo: Keep on swimming.”
This philosophy continues to guide Lopez as she navigates fame, adversity, and the ever-present gaze of the public.