Matt Damon is hoping Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez rekindle their romance Entertainment The 'Bennifer' rumours are keeping fans and celebrities alike on their toes. American actor Matt Damon is hoping that the news about exes Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez rekindling their romance is true, as revealed by him during an episode of Today. Damon was asked to give his take on the rising speculation about the Batman star and the Hustlers diva getting back together after they were spotted vacationing together in Montana. “You’re friend, Ben Affleck, and a little thing we called ‘Bennifer’…How do you like them apples?!” Savannah Gutherie asked Damon.