Bennifer: a supernova of fame, photos, and Diane Sawyer specials. In the early 2000s, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez began dating and the emerging tabloid press was there to track every kiss, ring, and breakup rumor. In this episode, we dive into the rise, fall, and eventual return of the original celebrity portmanteau.

Host: Clare Malone

Producers: Amanda Dobbins, Sean Fennessey, Juliet Litman, Vikram Patel, and Kaya McMullen

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