Jennifer Lopez’s tour has hit a major snag and is now fully canceled. To make matters worse, she’s also dealing with personal struggles following her split from Ben Affleck.
It’s pretty clear that these public family outings might just be a PR move to manage their separation, especially since they’ve been living apart. On top of that, Jennifer’s career is in a rough spot too—poor ticket sales and album performance might even put her potential Las Vegas residency at risk. MGM is keeping a close eye on her, and they’re getting more and more worried.
With her tour off the table and her Vegas deal hanging in the balance, Jennifer Lopez is feeling the pressure. She’s trying hard to patch things up with Ben, but sources say he seems disengaged, missing couples’ therapy sessions and focusing more on work while JLo is struggling.
So, here’s the deal. It’s been a rough year for JLo. With her summer tour canceled, things just seem to be spiraling. I haven’t had a chance to watch her new Netflix movie, Atlas. Have you? I’m on the fence about checking it out unless the reviews really blow me away, but so far, I haven’t heard anything great.
Jennifer Lopez’s This Is Me Live North American tour has been canceled. Reports point to lackluster ticket sales and persistent rumors about her marriage to Ben Affleck as the main reasons. Live Nation has shared that Jennifer is taking some time off to be with her kids, family, and close friends. While her husband wasn’t specifically mentioned, it’s safe to assume he’s included in the family circle.
JLo took to social media to share her feelings, saying, “I’m completely heartsick and devastated about letting you down. Please know that I wouldn’t do this if I didn’t feel it was absolutely necessary. I promise I’ll make it up to you, and we’ll all be together again. I love you so much. Until next time.”
It’s really tough to watch this unfold. Fans will get refunds through Ticketmaster, but it’s worrying for the dancers and backstage staff who are now out of work.
We’d seen this coming to some extent. The tour had already faced issues, with seven dates being canceled and rescheduled, first from This Is Me Now to This Is Me Live: The Greatest Hits. It’s clear the tour had to pivot because the album wasn’t performing as hoped. Jennifer Lopez is used to hitting high notes with everything she does, so having so much going on—an album, a movie, and a documentary—all at once might be a bit overwhelming for her and her fans.
The tour has been struggling ever since it was announced. What was meant to be a promotional tour for her new album ended up being rebranded as a greatest hits tour. Unfortunately, ticket sales midweek were disappointing, and she had to quietly cancel seven dates because those cities just weren’t buying. Even with the rebrand, sales didn’t pick up, and now her upcoming Vegas residency is at risk. She’s decided to cancel the tour completely, which is compounded by her personal issues, including her separation from Ben Affleck.
Looking ahead, it seems she might focus solely on the Vegas residency, which could actually be a better fit for her. She has a huge fan base, so the residency could be a hit, unlike the nationwide tour. However, recent reports suggest that her $90 million Vegas residency deal is in jeopardy because of her struggling album and poor tour sales. According to the New York Post, JLo has been negotiating with MGM Grand for a residency that would pay $1 million per show for 90 days starting next year. But now, MGM executives are getting cold feet because her recent tour sales have been weak following the release of her album This Is Me Now.
JLo had a successful Vegas residency from 2016 to 2018, making around $12 million. Unfortunately, she didn’t sign the deal MGM offered her back then, which might have locked her into a guaranteed arrangement, even if it meant fewer shows. Now, her delay in finalizing the new deal might mean MGM pulls back or rethinks the offer.
So, Jennifer Lopez could end up losing out on her Vegas residency deal due to the disappointing ticket and album sales. Despite her star power, her current performance isn’t meeting the expectations of her business partners.
Even though the Las Vegas residency deal hasn’t been officially announced yet, there’s been quite a bidding war behind the scenes. Competing offers from rival casinos ranged from $800,000 to $875,000, but MGM and Live Nation went as high as $1 million—and now they’re having second thoughts. A source told the New York Post that MGM is getting nervous seeing JLo struggle on her current tour. It’s unusual for an artist to have a rough tour and then succeed in a Las Vegas residency, but despite Jennifer’s opportunities seeming to dwindle, it might actually be the best move for her personally, and she seems to recognize that.
Jennifer Lopez is reportedly feeling a mix of sadness and relief over canceling her tour. She’s taking time to focus on herself and her family. A source close to her said she’s heartbroken about calling off the tour but understands that taking care of herself and her loved ones is crucial right now. “It’s a lot to deal with. She’s sad about the tour, but also relieved. She really needs this time for herself, and her team has been supportive of her focusing on family.”
The tour was meant to be a family affair, with plans to bring her kids along. It looks like Ben Affleck might have been too busy to join them. During an interview on Good Morning America, JLo talked about promoting her new film Atlas and mentioned the idea of having her kids on tour. It might be a bit unconventional for them, but with a nanny and a tutor, it could be a good experience.
Speaking of tours, your upcoming summer tour sounds thrilling! While I could use some extra sleep, I’m excited about my 28-show tour. It may be considered small, but it’s still a great opportunity. I haven’t been out on the road since 2019, and I feel this might be the last time I get to have my kids with me on tour. They’re 16 now, and next time they might be off to college or just want to stay home. I’ll have to convince them to join me at least for part of it. Hopefully, they’ll agree!
What About the Kids?
So, we’ve been hashing it out. I’m going to be away from June through August, and I asked them to spend July with me. They can do their camp and hang out with friends in June, and then have some time with their friends again at the end of August, right before school starts. I really feel like this might be one of the last chances to spend this kind of time with them. They’re 16 now, and soon they might not want to spend as much time with me.
It’s a tough time for Jennifer Lopez. Her kids might want to stay home or even visit their dad. Here’s a quick recap of what she’s been through this year:
February 16th: Her album This Is Me Now and the accompanying documentary didn’t quite hit the mark.
March 13th: She had to cancel seven cities from her tour.
April 2nd: They tried to rebrand the tour, but ended up canceling it altogether, which didn’t look great.
Jennifer is likely trying to hold onto what she can. We’re all hoping her Vegas residency doesn’t face the same issues. It’s clear that both her career and personal life are having a rough time. What do you think? Will she bounce back? Share your thoughts or discuss other celebrities who are struggling in the comments below!