Jennifer Lopez celebrated her twins, Max Muñiz and Emme Muñiz, on their 17th birthday with a rare video.
The “On the Floor” artist, now 55, shared a glimpse into her life with her kids by posting on Instagram on Saturday, February 22. Along with two coconut emojis, Jennifer wrote, “Seventeen. I love you beyond forever,” referring to her sweet nickname for her children as "coconuts."
The brief video, set to Miley Cyrus’ song “Edge of Midnight,” included baby pictures of Max and Emme along with seldom-seen family videos and photos capturing their childhood.
Jennifer co-parents Max and Emme with her former spouse Marc Anthony, to whom she was married from 2004 to 2014.
As soon as the video was shared, many friends and followers flooded the comments, amazed at how quickly Max and Emme have grown. “17 is unbelievable—they were just 13! Happy birthday to our dearest twins!!” someone remarked, while another said, “I remember when you were expecting the coconuts. OMG!”
Another commenter reminded Jennifer of how blessed she is to have her kids. “True Love is real, and it’s this. Eternal, pure, and genuine love. The kind you give your children daily. To an extraordinary, loving mother—Happy Birthday, coconuts! With Love…” was the touching message shared.
Courtesy of Jennifer Lopez/InstagramThe comment appeared to reflect on Jennifer’s recent separation from ex-husband Ben Affleck, whom she filed for divorce from in August 2024 after two years of marriage.
Their divorce was officially concluded in January.
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In October 2024, an insider exclusively informed Life & Style that the Wedding Planner actress was “prepared to move forward” after her recent marital failure. “She chose to engage in self-reflection — attributing this to experiencing four divorces. Prepare for a completely new J. Lo — she is eager to begin a fresh chapter,” the source conveyed.
Her children are probably keeping her occupied post-heartbreak, as Jennifer has never been reserved about expressing her affection for motherhood. Although she grants her kids a relatively private life, Jennifer has shared insights about her close bond with Max and Emme.
In January, the mother of two disclosed that her children aren’t hesitant to voice their candid opinions to her. “I think kids are kind of absorbed in their own lives, but if you ask them, they will provide their straightforward opinion on anything, you know what I mean?” she shared with E! News at the time. “They’re sometimes ready to be bluntly honest with you.”
She further mentioned that she enjoys discussing her professional projects with her children. “I want my kids to be aware of my work and what I’m involved in,” Jennifer explained. “I often share certain things with them, asking, ‘What’s your opinion on this?’ or, ‘How do you feel about that?’ They always provide unique insights since they belong to a different generation.”
Jennifer concluded that her children’s feedback has always been enriching to her.
“Hearing their perspectives and opinions always brings me great joy.”