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Mindy Kaling shouts out Ben Affleck after Jennifer Lopez split

Madhurima Haque
Madhurima Haque

Mindy Kaling has given a shout out to Ben Affleck amid what is sure to be trying times for the actor, following reports his wife Ben Affleck has filed for divorce.

Taking the stage at the Democratic National Convention, the Office star closed out her speech with a shout-out to her home state.

"I couldn't leave here without giving a shoutout to the amazing delegation from my home state, Massachusetts. I love you, Massachusetts!" the actress said.

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CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 21:  Actress Mindy Kaling speaks on stage during the third day of the Democratic National Convention at the United Center on August 21, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. Delegates, politicians, and Democratic Party supporters are in Chicago for the convention, concluding with current Vice President Kamala Harris accepting her party's presidential nomination. The DNC takes place from August 19-22.   (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Mindy Kaling has told Ben Affleck to "hang in there" after his split from Jennifer Lopez. Getty

"Everyone is always hating on us, but they just don't get it. Go [Boston Red] Sox! Go Jayson Tatum!

"Ben Affleck, hang in there," she said, before adding, "Dunkin' Donuts is the best coffee in the world," referring to the actor's partnership with the iconic Boston brand.

The world was shocked when reports emerged that 'Bennifer' seems to have come to an official end after the couple's second time around.

Variety and People have confirmed Lopez filed on Tuesday August 20 in L.A. County Superior Court with the official separation date listed as April 26.

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According to reports from TMZ, the singer filed 'pro per', meaning she filed by herself, without an attorney.

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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck arrive for the premiere of "The Mother" in 2023.

The couple split after two years of marriage. Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images via CNN Newsource

The pair tied the knot in July 2022 in a Las Vegas ceremony after re-sparking their romance from decades prior.

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They later held a larger ceremony to celebrate their marriage on August 20, 2022, meaning Lopez filed for divorce exactly two years after their wedding.

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