This article features an interview with Jennifer Lopez at her home in Beverly Hills. The interview covers various aspects of her life and career, focusing on her upcoming tour ('Up All Night'), her recent divorce from Ben Affleck, and her personal growth.
Lopez discusses her excitement for her upcoming tour, noting it's only her fifth tour and her first in six years. She highlights the tour's significance, particularly in Spain, where seven of the seventeen shows will take place. She emphasizes her desire to deliver an exceptional performance for her fans.
The interview delves into the challenges Lopez faced following her divorce from Affleck, describing the past year as 'very hard'. She discusses the role of reading, prayer, therapy, and spiritual practices in helping her navigate this difficult time. She highlights the importance of learning from experiences, both good and bad, and emphasizes self-discovery through therapy.
Lopez reflects on her role as a working mother and the guilt she sometimes felt for not being present enough for her children, Max and Emme. She acknowledges that they experienced unique opportunities through her career, like traveling and attending events such as 'American Idol'. She expresses immense pride in her children, especially as they approach their next chapter of life.
Looking to the future, Lopez mentions several projects, including a remake of 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' (her first musical), a romantic comedy, and two more films. She also discusses her production company, Nuyorican, focusing on producing projects for and by Latinas. She celebrates the rise of Latino music and reflects on her journey as a pioneer in the entertainment industry, advocating for diverse representation in film.