How Jennifer Lopez Is Preparing to Be an Empty Nester

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Jennifer Lopez is feelin’ so good about her kids’ next chapter.

Jennifer Lopez’s twins, Max and Emme – who are 17 and the children of her ex-husband Marc Anthony – are currently visiting colleges. Jennifer plans to support them as they decide what they want to do after high school.

She shared with TopMob News at the New York premiere of *Kiss of the Spider Woman* on October 6th that she’s feeling joyful and nostalgic. She remembers the anticipation she felt as a teenager, eager to start her life, and now she sees that same excitement in her children, believing they have limitless potential.

She expressed her excitement for her children to start living their own lives and pursue their dreams. She reassured them she’d always be there for support and that her home would always be open to them, hoping they’d enjoy returning whenever possible.

Oh my gosh, Jennifer is SO proud of Max and Emme heading off to college, but it’s been really tough doing it all by herself, especially with the premiere of her new movie happening at the same time! I just feel for her, juggling everything… it must be exhausting, but she’s handling it like a queen, as always!

The actress, known for her role in *Hustlers*, shared that she was running a little late to their recent college tour stop. She explained it’s a common struggle for single parents – always feeling like you’re playing catch-up.

Luckily, she added, “They liked the school today, so that made me happy.” 

Like any mother, however, Jennifer, 56, has some mixed feelings about her twins growing up.

She said she fondly remembers the excitement of figuring out her own life’s path, sharing on *Live With Kelly and Mark* that it was a thrilling adventure she hopes her children experience too. However, she also admitted to feeling a little apprehensive about being on her own once they start living their own lives.

Jennifer, recently divorced from Ben Affleck in January, shared that while raising her twins Max and Emme through their teenage years was challenging at times, it ultimately brought them closer together.

You know, my family and I have been through a lot, and it’s really brought us closer. We’ve become this incredibly tight-knit trio, and honestly, all we’ve experienced together has created something truly special and beautiful in our relationship. It’s amazing how shared life experiences can forge such a strong bond.

Kiss of the Spider Woman premieres in theaters Oct. 10.

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