Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez set to finalise divorce after cruel birthday snub

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Hollywood power couple Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez are on the brink of finalising their divorce after a two-year marriage stint.The duo has been noticeably absent from each other's side for some time, fuelling speculation that their union is on the rocks.

The split rumours intensified when Affleck was seen celebrating Lopez's birthday solo, splashing the cash with a $20.5m splurge on a brand-new 'bachelor pad' in Pacific Palisades.At the same time, the 'Get It Right' songstress was busy concluding a hefty sale of her opulent four-bedroom penthouse in New York City.

Her property reportedly went for an eye-watering $23m.This move coincided with the pair putting their lavish shared abode in Beverly Hills on the market with a sky-high price tag of $68m, the Mirror reports.

Claims have surfaced that Affleck's purchase felt like a "stab in the heart" for Lopez. Current buzz suggests that the 'Good Will Hunting' star, aged 51, alongside the 55 year old singing sensation, are pressing forward with their separation plans, having made concerted attempts to salvage their relationship over recent weeks.Inside sources have told the MailOnline that the couple's divorce papers are all but processed, pending submission.They said: "They finalised the divorce papers with her a month ago, but are waiting for the right time to drop them.