As the dust settles from Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's recent split, sources close to the couple have opened up about the alleged reasons that led to the demise of their relationship. While neither star has publicly commented on the news, rumors have been swirling about what caused the breakup.

According to insiders, one of the factors was Affleck's alleged "darkness." Page Six published a story claiming that Lopez tried her best to make the marriage work, but ultimately, Affleck had a side to him that couldn't be fixed by anyone else. A "Hollywood source who knows the couple" revealed that Lopez had believed their love story was a fairytale, but she didn't fully consider who Affleck really was behind the picture-perfect image.

People magazine also shed light on the situation, with a source mentioning Affleck's mood swings as a contributing factor to their toxicity. The source stated that they tried to work through it, but the stark contrast between who Affleck portrayed himself to be and who he turned out to be created serious challenges for the couple.

Insiders revealed that Lopez's decision to leave Affleck was rooted in the fact that they were fundamentally different people. Lacking compatibility, spending time apart only confirmed to Lopez that their relationship wouldn't work in the long run. Despite their love for each other, it became clear that their differing lifestyles and approaches were insurmountable obstacles.

Interestingly, Affleck's involvement in Lopez's Prime Video documentary, "The Greatest Love Story Never Told," has also come under scrutiny. While some speculated that Affleck struggled with the level of their private life showcased in the documentary, sources claim that he actually had creative control over the project and was a driving force behind it. However, it was apparent in the documentary that Affleck had reservations about their relationship being so public.

Since the news of their split broke, Affleck has remained focused and seems to be doing well. Sources close to him revealed that he thrives when he has work projects and is fully committed to being there for their children. Despite feeling that he let Lopez down, Affleck seems content with his decision and is embracing his own path.

Ultimately, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's split comes down to the realization that they were different people who struggled to compromise on their lifestyles. While their love story captured the world's attention, the challenges they faced proved insurmountable, leading to the end of their relationship.