The universe nearly unraveled when the irresistible force met the immovable object. No, not Wonder Woman and Superman, but pretty close! Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez are two of the most recognizable stars in the world. There isn’t a person that doesn’t know their names even if they’ve never watched baseball or listened to the radio a day in their life.
J. Lo and A-Rod’s romance has captivated people all over the world. Lopez and Rodriguez both have a remarkable dating history. There were times it seemed they both had finally settled down.
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez’s love story is continuously making headlines. They’ve become a high-profile couple and are stealing the spotlight. The short relationship already garners a great deal of media attention. However, they now get the chance to have everything they’ve ever wanted. They’re attempting to keep the relationship on the down-low, but that’s impossible when it’s A-Rod and J. Lo.
It’s time to dig deep into the most talked-about love story today. Here’s How Jennifer Lopez And A-Rod Got Together.
12 A-Rod’s Dream Date
In the late 90s, Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez were quickly becoming significant stars. Lopez was ascending to the top of the charts and had men drooling all over the world. At the same time, Rodriguez was making a name for himself as a member of the Seattle Mariners.
Well, it turns out he was also one of the men drooling over Lopez. Rodriguez always had two dreams he wished to accomplish. First, become a famous ballplayer and second - date J. Lo. Of course, the first one seemed easier than the second one. In 1998, an interviewer asked Rodriguez which famous female celeb is his dream date. Without hesitating, a young Rodriguez yelled out, “Jennifer Lopez.” Naturally, Rodriguez went on to accomplish both of those goals.
11 A-Rod Gets J.Lo’s Autograph In 1999
In 1999, Jennifer Lopez was on the verge of becoming one of the biggest stars in the world. Alex Rodriguez was a rising star and was in search of an autograph. Clearly, Lopez has one of the most passionate and loyal fan bases of any artist. Well, it turns out that Rodriguez is a lifelong fan.
In 2018, Rodriguez revealed that he had a brief encounter with Lopez and got her autograph in 1999. He noted, “Almost 20 years ago when a big-time global pop star signed a pic for a young ballplayer.” Of course, this was just the beginning of their incredible love story.
10 First Met In 2005 When Both Were In Relationships
When Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez first met, it was like a scene out of a movie. Time moved in slow motion and sparks were flying. However, there were a few obstacles in the way. In 2005, Lopez and Rodriguez met officially for the first time. Lopez and then-husband Marc Anthony attended a New York Yankees game at Shea Stadium. Lopez and Anthony met Rodriguez before the game.
Of course, there was undeniable chemistry between them. Lopez said, “We shook hands, and it was this weird electricity for, like, three seconds. Three to five seconds of looking at somebody right in their eyes and getting stuck.”
9 Becoming Single
When Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez first met, they were both unavailable at the time. Over the next ten years or so, they’d go through many ups and downs. In 2008, Rodriguez’s marriage with Cynthia Rodriguez came to an end. He had a bitter divorce. In 2014, Lopez and Marc Anthony’s marriage came to an end as well.
Rodriguez and Lopez were both free and single. As noted, Lopez and Rodriguez have quite a dating history. They both dated everyone else in Hollywood (j/k), so it was inevitable they’d fall in love, right?
8 Dating Rumors
In February 2017, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez ran into each other at a restaurant. Once again, time slowed down, and sparks were flying. Lopez noted, “I was having lunch somewhere, and I saw him as he passed by. Afterward, I went outside, and for some reason, I felt like tapping him on the shoulder.”
After their sweet encounter, Rodriguez reached out to Lopez, and they soon started dating. They knew this was love, but took things slowly. Fans and the media all over the world nearly fell over when hearing the news. Of course, Lopez and Rodriguez tried to keep the budding relationship out of the spotlight.
7 Relationship Confirmed In May, 2017
In May 2017, Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez set the world on fire. They confirmed rumors that they were a couple. They appeared together on the Met Gala red carpet and had everyone talking. Of course, they were slowly revealing the relationship through Instagram posts and cryptic messages, before that glam night.
For instance, Rodriguez appeared on The View in March 2017 and hinted they were a couple. He said, “It’s obvious we’re having a great time. She’s an amazing girl and one of the smartest human beings I’ve ever met and also an incredible mother.”
6 Moving In Together
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez’s relationship moved fast. Of course, they both have a lot of experience when it comes to relationships. They first met years ago, and now the love was blossoming. Rumors started swirling that they were soon moving in together. It didn’t take long for them to take the next step in their relationship.
They’re both aware that they’re soul mates. Rodriguez said, “We are very much twins. We’re both Leos; we’re both from New York, we’re both Latino...and about 20 other things.”
5 Joint B-Day Party
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez were no longer hiding the relationship by the end of 2017. Indeed, they even appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair together and gave their first joint interview. They took the next logical step in their relationship. Lopez and Rodriguez had a joint birthday party.
Their birthdays are close to each other, so it worked out perfectly. Lopez and Rodriguez had a spectacular birthday bash in Miami with their family and friends. As usual, the celebration was a grand event because that’s how A-Rod and J.Lo party.
4 Popping The Question
In March 2019, Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez took the relationship to a whole new level. Rodriguez and Lopez became engaged after a trip to the Bahamas. Indeed, Rodriguez spent several months planning the proposal. He rehearsed before proposing and planned every minor detail.
For instance, Rodriguez calculated the time of day the sun would set. Rodriguez revealed all the work he put into the proposal. He said, “I planned it for about six months. The three days prior to me going down on one knee and getting engaged, I rehearsed three days in a row. Because I wanted the sunset to be perfect.”
3 The Blended Family
Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez both have children from their previous marriages. Lopez and Rodriguez wasted no time in bringing the two families together. Rodriguez has two daughters, Natasha and Ella, from his marriage to Cynthia Rodriguez. Lopez has twins, Max and Emme, from her marriage with Marc Anthony.
The kids all clicked instantly and have a great relationship. Lopez noted, “I was so loving to his kids, and he was so loving and accepting of mine, and they embraced each other right away. (It was) ‘I get a new bonus brother and sisters to hang out with all the time, and it’s nice.’”
Lopez and Rodriguez have also discussed the possibility of adding another baby to the family.
2 Rumors About Relationship Problems Begin To Surface
In 2019, former MLB star, Jose Canseco, alleged that Alex Rodriguez was unfaithful to Jennifer Lopez. He also claimed that Rodriguez was in a relationship with his ex-wife, Jessica Canseco. Rodriguez denied the allegations and Lopez remained silent. Of course, the story just kept getting bigger.
Eventually, Lopez set the record straight. She noted, “I know what the truth is.” She didn’t let Canseco’s allegations get to her. Lopez added, “We’re not gonna let, like, other people come out and tell us what our relationship is. I know what our relationship is. You know?”
1 Postponing Wedding
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez are in no rush to get married. At first, Lopez and Rodriguez planned on getting married a few months after getting engaged. However, they decided to take things slow. They’ve both been down the aisle before, so they don’t mind taking their time.
Lopez noted, “I said, ‘But if we’re going to be together for the rest of our lives, what is the rush?” Well, it turns out they can’t rush if they want to. Lopez and Rodriguez have officially put the wedding plans on hold due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, it’s safe to assume Rodriguez and Lopez will be getting married as soon as possible.