Why was JLo spotted holding hands with Ben Affleck's best friend?

A striking moment at one of Jennifer Lopez's recent public appearances. She was seen holding the hand of an actor who is very close to her recent ex Ben Affleck.

Jennifer Lopez and Matt Damon were photographed holding hands during an intimate conversation at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), amid her divorce proceedings from Ben Affleck.

Ben Affleck and Matt Damon have known each other long before they got famous. They played together as children from the ages of 8 and 10.

Together, the talented filmmakers were responsible for the breakthrough movie 'Good Will Hunting' about a group of friends in Boston, where they are both from. (Cambridge, Massachusetts, to be exact).

According to sources confirmed to People magazine, the actress shared a sentimental moment with Damon at the after-party for the premiere of her new film, 'Unstoppable'.

At the event at the Ritz-Carlton, an eyewitness told People that Lopez and Damon chatted for more than 20 minutes.

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As they chatted, the two showed a close connection, laughing and holding hands on several occasions. The deep conversation between the two caught the attention of those attending the event and photos started to circulate on social media, Page Six reports.

The event marked Jennifer Lopez's first public appearance since filing for divorce from Ben Affleck on August 20. That day was exactly two years after their wedding in Georgia, People commented.

At the TIFF event, Lopez stunned on the red carpet in an iridescent Tamara Ralph gown. The actress completed her look with metallic heels and Hassanzadeh jewelry. Was it a 'revenge dress,' maybe?

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When a female star appears in public for the first time after a much-discussed breakup, wearing a spectacular, often revealing dress, critics sometimes interpret it as a 'revenge dress' - a way to show the ex that she is 'absolutely fine' after the separation - 'never better'! - and that he should perhaps regret his decision to let the relationship perish.

Although Ben Affleck is also the film's producer, he did not attend the event. The recently separated couple has managed to stay out of each other's way as much as possible, showbiz outlets report.

Damon has shown his support for both his friend and Jennifer Lopez. He has remained close to both of them throughout the separation process, according to Page Six.

Matt Damon and Jennifer Lopez have worked together on 'Unstoppable', a film produced by Damon and Affleck's company, Artists Equity. You could therefore say that their encounter at the TIFF was a business meeting.

In the film, Lopez plays the mother of wrestler Anthony Robles. During a Q&A session following the film's screening, she stressed how important it was to her to do justice to Anthony and his mother's story. She also highlighted how inspiring their account was, People reported.

According to Page Six, Affleck was recently spotted in Los Angeles having dinner with Damon and his family. He surrounds himself with friends during the difficult time of readjustment.

After a canceled tour and some flops in musical and promotional respect, it was good for Jennifer Lopez to have a moment of praise. As People reported, the film 'Unstoppable' was greeted with a standing ovation at its TIFF premiere.

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