Breakups

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are in the final stages of hashing out the property settlement in their divorce, and they ALMOST had a lot of newfound cash to divide up, because TMZ has learned their marital house had a buyer.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... a couple from New Jersey fell in love with their 38,000 square foot Beverly Hills area home and made a $64 million offer, which was accepted.

We're told the couple had a death in the family and pulled out of escrow, but our sources say they are still interested in the property.

Wrestling legend Ric Flair and his wife, Wendy Barlow, are ending their marriage ... after the two tied the knot in a beautiful ceremony six years ago.

The 75-year-old released a statement on Monday via Instagram that he enjoyed being with Wendy, but after their ups and downs, it was best they go their separate ways.

"I think it's important for everyone to know right now that we have decided to part ways respectfully," Flair said.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck showed up at their WeHo office building Monday morning, along with famed divorce lawyer Laura Wasser, and it's not hard to read between the lines.

Sources tell TMZ Wasser is mediating the divorce ... something that has been going on for several months.

TMZ broke the story ... J Lo and Ben shockingly did not have a prenup, and the 2 have been involved in multiple projects during their 2-year marriage, and deciding who gets what has been tricky.

"90 Day Fiancé" star Big Ed is no longer hearing wedding bells ... calling off his 4th engagement a week after announcing his whirlwind romance.

The TLC personality appeared to regret getting down on one knee, taking to social media Monday to issue a big update about his personal life. As Big Ed told his followers... he proposed to now-ex-fiancée Porscha Raemond in a "very impulsive moment."

Per Ed, after "deep reflection and discussions with those closest to [him]" he decided to rescind the proposal ... as he realized he was "rushing into this decision."

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are doing their best when it comes to their kids ... TMZ has learned they walked into a school together despite their divorce in full swing.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the exes were seen making their way to the back-to-school night Tuesday at an L.A. area school where they each have kids that attend. Our sources tell us the exes were totally cool with each other and very cordial.

But don’t get it twisted -- our sources are adamant they’re not rekindling anything -- they're still getting divorced.

9/16 10:17 AM PT -- We're told there was some PDA between Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez during the lunch, but it was more to show the kids that they're getting along ... however, this divorce is going to happen according to sources with direct knowledge.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are clearly trying to keep their relationship civil as their divorce plays out ... grabbing lunch with their kids -- and, not looking super excited about it.

The estranged megastars went for a bite to eat at the Beverly Hills Hotel Saturday afternoon ... walking in together after the kiddos raced ahead, ready to chow down.

Let's be clear here ... there was absolutely no PDA between Ben and Jenn -- not even the slightest bit of touching. In fact, it seems pretty frigid between the two, if we're being honest.

Nikki Bella isn't just a former WWE Superstar ... she's a super-mom too -- spending some quality time with her four-year-old Matteo after filing for divorce.

The former wrestler stepped out in Napa Valley Friday ... taking her son to his dance class with a big smile on her face.

Check out the pics ... both Nikki and her son look ready to work out -- twinning in all-black, sporty outfits.

Ethan Slater and Lilly Jay are finally divorced, because they've come to a settlement ... TMZ has learned.

According to new court docs, obtained by TMZ, the Broadway star and his high school sweetheart have settled their divorce and a judge has signed off as of Thursday.

The terms of the settlement are sealed, as all divorces are in NY state.

Nikki Bella is tapping out when it comes to her marriage ... because she just filed to divorce Artem Chigvintsev ... only weeks after he was arrested for domestic violence.

The retired WWE star beelined it to court Wednesday and filed for divorce after 2 years of marriage ... according to online records.

The divorce filing comes nearly 2 weeks after Artem was arrested Aug. 29 for felony corporal injury to spouse or cohabitant for allegedly attacking Nikki -- resulting in a visible injury that triggered his arrest.

Rachel Zoe and her longtime hubby Rodger Berman are calling it quits ... they're throwing in the towel on their marriage after 26 years.

The fashion designer dropped the divorce bombshell on IG Monday ... explaining she and Rodger mutually decided to end their marriage, but made it clear they're still on great terms.

Rachel added they are super proud of the loving family they built, and their top priority is co-parenting their sons, Skyler, 13, and Kaius, 10.

Jennifer Lopez is not letting her divorce from Ben Affleck stop her from supporting a film they made together ... she just hit up the premiere, while Ben's skipping out.

J Lo arrived in style at Friday's big debut for her and Ben's movie, "Unstoppable," which is showing at the Toronto International Film Festival ... and she's showing lots of skin in a bejeweled dress.

Ben co-produced the movie alongside his BFF, Matt Damon -- it tells the true story of wrestler Anthony Robles, who was born with one leg and overcame major hurdles on his way to becoming an NCAA Division I champion at Arizona State University.

Christina Haack and Josh Hall's divorce is moving right along ... with the two temporarily resolving a few issues about their properties as their case proceeds through court -- and, it looks like Christina even agreed to pony up some money.

According to documents obtained by TMZ ... the two have agreed Christina will take full possession of their Newport Beach home and an apartment in Nashville, Tennessee ... at least while their divorce drags on.

Josh, on the other hand, will get to use their home in Franklin, TN ... available to him whenever he wants -- so long as it's not being rented out to anyone else.

Maria Georgas is speaking out after Jenn Tran name-dropped her during the emotional 'Bachelorette' finale ... saying she's not dating Jenn Tran's ex, Devin Strader -- and, she never will.

The 'Bachelor' contestant -- who said back in May she was originally supposed to be the Bachelorette before Jenn Tran -- posted a TikTok Thursday night addressing Jenn's comment during the finale ... when JT blasted Devin for following Maria immediately after they broke up.

Maria gives kudos to Jenn for reliving the difficult breakup on live TV and applauds her for speaking her truth ... before telling fans they need to chill with the speculation -- 'cause tons of people follow her, and she's not aware of every single one.

Artem Chigvintsev's domestic violence arrest is moving along ... 'cause the Napa County Sheriff just turned the case over to the D.A. -- and, formal charges could be coming.

Napa County D.A. Spokesperson Carlos Villatoro tells TMZ ... their office is currently reviewing the case, and no decision has been made yet on charges the pro dancer may face.

We're told the D.A. will make a decision after a thorough review of the case and will then make a public announcement.

Travis Kelce's reps are on the ball when it comes to shutting down this viral Taylor Swift breakup rumor ... even enlisting legal help to tackle the drama head-on.

Here's the skinny ... an alleged "Comprehensive Media Plan" from the NFL star's reps at Full Scope Public Relations made the rounds online Tuesday night, seemingly suggesting Travis and Taylor's "Love Story" was all fabricated for press -- and that there was even a plan to break up on September 28.

It didn't take long for the one-sheet to go viral online ... especially since so many Swifties believe the pop star has finally found "The One" with the Kansas City Chiefs tight end.

Tuesday's season finale of "The Bachelorette" had a disastrous conclusion as Jenn Tran broke down in tears as she described how she was ultimately dumped by her suitor Devin Strader.

The drama unfolded when Tran came out onstage and sat down with host Jesse Palmer for ABC's 3-hour Bachelorette finale – after JP announced to the audience there was no happy ending in this love story.

Tran described what happened, saying after she and Strader had gotten engaged in Hawaii, she felt as if it was the happiest time in her life.