Jennifer Lopez, at 55, has a deep connection with being a mom to 16-year-old twins Emme and Max. However, there have been moments when she questioned if she was "enough" for them. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly on Monday, December 2, she shared her thoughts. She mentioned that being a single mom at times made her ask this question, but she realized that one good parent's love is sufficient. Lopez stars in "Unstoppable" as Judy Robles, a real-life woman who raised her children while facing financial insecurity and an abusive relationship. This film helped her overcome her parenting insecurities. She explained, "You hear it in Anthony's voice, and look what he's been able to accomplish. That's what the movie gave me: You are enough." Lopez shares Emme and Max with ex-husband Marc Anthony. They divorced in 2014 after 10 years of marriage. She then married Ben Affleck in July 2022 and filed for divorce from him in August 2024. Regarding Judy's decision to stay with her toxic husband Rich (Bobby Canavale), Lopez said, "There were different sides to him that the kids didn't see, that only Judy saw. With those types of people, there's a part of them that fools you into thinking that they care about you and that they truly love you - and it's really about their damage that they're putting onto you." She added, "There was a lot going on with the two of them that was dysfunctional and unhealthy, but [Judy] loved [Rich] and wanted him to be there. He was the father of four of her children. As angry and upset as she could be at him, she could also welcome him back in a second, like she did in the movie, which was heartbreaking." Last month, at an "Unstoppable" screening in London, Lopez opened up about navigating "challenging relationships" as a mother during her ongoing divorce from Affleck, who is a producer on the film. She said, "I think a lot of women have gone through that, and [Judy] and I talked a lot. I wanted Judy to "really feel safe with me [while] sharing details" about her life. When talking to Judy's kids, including Anthony, they said, "My mom's so positive, she's so great." There was a whole different story that Judy was living that she hid from her children and protected them from. Lopez said she didn't want to "just play the mom who the kids knew, but to play the woman who raised these children and how she found her own strength." She also didn't want "anybody to see me in [the role]. I wanted them to see Judy in it." "Unstoppable" is produced as part of Affleck's Artists Equity production company, which he cofounded with best friend Matt Damon. Affleck praised Lopez's performance earlier this month, saying, "Jennifer is spectacular." "Unstoppable" hits theaters on Friday, December 6.

Jennifer Lopez's Motherhood Journey

Jennifer Lopez's journey as a mother has been a complex one. At 55, she is the proud mom of 16-year-old twins Emme and Max. But like many parents, she has faced moments of self-doubt, wondering if she was truly "enough" for her children. This doubt was especially prominent during her single mom days. In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, she opened up about these insecurities. She realized that the love of one good parent can have a profound impact on a child's life. The role she played in "Unstoppable" as Judy Robles was a significant one for her. Judy raised her children while dealing with tough circumstances such as financial insecurity and an abusive relationship. Through this character, Lopez was able to confront and overcome her own parenting insecurities. She saw the strength and resilience in Judy and drew inspiration from it. Lopez's ex-husband is Marc Anthony, and they divorced in 2014 after 10 years of marriage. She later married Ben Affleck in 2022 but is now going through a divorce from him. These relationships have added another layer to her motherhood experience. In the movie, Judy's decision to stay with her toxic husband Rich was a complex one. Lopez understood Judy's perspective and the different sides of Rich that the kids didn't see. She saw how these types of relationships can be deceiving, making you believe that the person cares when in reality, it's about their own issues. Despite the dysfunction and unhealthiness in their relationship, Judy still loved Rich and wanted him to be a part of their lives. This aspect of the story was both heartbreaking and relatable. At the "Unstoppable" screening in London, Lopez shared more about navigating challenging relationships as a mother. She emphasized that many women go through similar experiences and that she wanted Judy to feel safe sharing her story. She also showed that behind the positive image she presents to her children, there is a whole other side to her life that she keeps hidden. Lopez's performance in "Unstoppable" was a testament to her ability to bring complex characters to life. She didn't want to be seen as just the mom her children knew; she wanted to portray the woman who raised them and found her own strength. This is a powerful message that resonates with many parents. "Unstoppable" is produced by Affleck's Artists Equity production company, and his praise for Lopez's performance shows the impact she had on the project. As the movie hits theaters, it will undoubtedly touch the hearts of many with its story of motherhood, strength, and resilience.

Jennifer Lopez's story as a mom is one that many can relate to. Her journey from self-doubt to finding her own strength is inspiring. Through her work in "Unstoppable" and her real-life experiences, she has shown that a mother's love is truly powerful. As she continues to navigate the ups and downs of motherhood, her story will continue to inspire others.