Superstar Jennifer Lopez has collected many titles in her lucrative career-including singer, actress, dancer, producer and entrepreneur. However, none of them is quite as prevalent as her status as a style icon. Whether she is making waves on stage or strutting down the red carpet at The Grammys or a movie premiere, JLo strives to make every fashion moment memorable. So it's no wonder why the star has had the opportunity to work with worldwide brands like Versace and Guess jewellery.
But while her fashion may be the stuff of legend, her looks in the jewellery department are equally as infamous-particularly her engagement rings. A hopeless romantic, JLo's relationships are as famous as she is (Benninfer anybody?) as are the impressive engagement rings that spawned from them.
So without further ado, here is your complete Jennifer Lopez engagement ring overview unpacking everything from the style of these diamond rings, the men who gave them to her and of course, how you can score similar rings for less.
Jennifer Lopez Engagement Ring Overview:
Ojani Noa
Fresh off her stint as a Fly Girl on the skit comedy series, ‘In Living Colour’, Jennifer burst onto the scene as a breakout movie star of the early 1990s thanks to blockbusters like ‘Selena’, ‘Money Train’ and ‘Anaconda’. By her side at the time was none other than restaurant manager Ojani Noa. The pair met at Gloria Estefan’s restaurant in Miami, Florida where Ojani was working at the time. And while the humble Miami-native might not have been A-list, their whirlwind romance certainly was.
The Ring
After a very swift courtship, Ojani got down on one knee and proposed to JLo with a sparkler that was reportedly worth $10,000 USD at the time. The ring itself featured an elegant pear-cut diamond and a thick, yellow-gold jewellery setting. The star showed off the sparkler at a movie premiere she attended alongside her fiance and while the ring was simple by JLo’s standards, it was still stunning nevertheless.
Cris Judd
After her very brief marriage to Ojani Noa ended in 1998, Jennifer moved on with her choreographer Cris Judd. Riding the wave of her blossoming music career, JLo met Cris in Spain on the music video set for her hit song ‘Love Don’t Cost A Thing’. The two were practically inseparable, appearing arm in arm at many red carpets and events together. Chris would eventually get down on one knee in front of all their friends and family at a barbeque in 2001. They then exchanged wedding rings in secret three months later.
The Ring
Decorated with a large emerald-cut centre diamond, smaller diamonds on either side of the larger stone and a simple platinum jewellery setting, JLo’s ring from Cris Judd is a lot more on par with the superstar’s signature style today compared to the one that was given to her by former husband Ojani Noa. Though it's not known who designed the ring, experts believe that the sparkler is a collection-grade ring worth somewhere in the ballpark of $400,000.
Ben Affleck
Upon splitting from her choreographer husband at the beginning of 2002, Jennifer would then begin dating the movie star, Ben Affleck. The two met on set of their film Gigli and would hit it off not long after, causing a sensation in the media. The couple were nicknamed ‘Bennifer’ by the public, were endlessly pursued by the paparazzi and were prominent fixtures on the front pages of glossy magazines. Ben even appeared in the star’s music video for her iconic song Jenny from the Block. Despite the media scrutiny, the couple would make the next big step in their relationship when Ben proposed to JLo at his mother’s house in Boston at the end of 2002.
The Ring
Adorned with an elongated pink emerald cut centre diamond weighing around 5 carats, two smaller diamonds sitting on either side of the main stone and a simple platinum setting, JLo’s engagement from Ben Affleck was pure pink perfection! Designed by Harry Winston, Affleck is believed to have picked up the diamond engagement ring for around $1.2 million, however, experts estimate that its value is more likely around $2.7 million.
Marc Anthony
While she never made it down the aisle with Ben, that didn’t stop JLo from believing in love, and she began dating singer-songwriter Marc Anthony in 2004. The two singers initially dated back in 1999 when they collaborated on the Spanish anthem ‘No Me Ames’. The two had a very brief courtship and married in June 2004 after Marc proposed to the triple-threat star earlier in the year.
The Ring
Marc wowed the Bronx native by proposing to JLo with a Harry Winston ring featuring an extremely rare blue diamond. Weighing a whopping 15-carats, the ring boasts a large emerald-cut centre stone that looks to be the size of a real rock you’d find in the garden along with two smaller diamonds on either side of the centre stone and an elegant platinum band. While it is not known for certain, experts place the value of JLo’s engagement ring from Marc Anthony at somewhere between $1 million and $3 million. What is for certain, however, is that JLo would certainly have a sore hand after carrying around that rock all day.
Alex Rodriguez
After two children and seven years of marriage-which is kind of like a lifetime in Hollywood, JLo and Marc Anthony would sadly call it quits. The star had several high profile flings until she finally met her match with Alex Rodriguez. Jennifer and the former major league baseball player met over 20 years ago when ARod asked for the star’s autograph. However, they wouldn’t hit it off romantically until 2017 where the pair became immediately inseparable. They then became engaged during a romantic beach holiday in The Bahamas in 2019.
The Ring
Someone as glamorous as a diva like JLo couldn’t possibly be proposed to with just any old ring, as not only has the star been proposed to several times before the diva also has a reputation for favouring the finer things in life. To wow the star, ARod knew he would have to go big and bold and that it was. When Alex Rodriguez proposed to Jennifer, he did so with a diamond ring featuring a large emerald-cut stone (JLo certainly has a type) weighing approximately 15-20 carats. The sparkler also features a thick tapered platinum setting to hold that rock into place. Reportedly sourced outside of the United States, the diamond’s exceptional quality has led experts to place its value at somewhere between $1.5 million and $5 million. ARod is said to have spent months searching for the perfect ring, a mission that certainly paid off.
Get JLo’s Look for Less With Jennifer Lopez Engagement Ring Replicas
Many of JLo’s looks have spawned replicas, which naturally includes her engagement rings as well. Shiels has several rings in their collection that emulate the style of JLo’s engagement rings from Ojani Noa, Cris Judd, Ben Affleck, Marc Anthony and of course, Alex Rodriguez. Take a look at a few below!
Ojani Noa
9ct Yellow Gold Pear Shape 1/5 Carat Diamond Ring with 24 Brilliant Diamonds
$634.00
$1,534.00
Renowned for its profoundly symbolic teardrop design, 9ct Yellow Gold Pear Shape Diamond Ring with 24 Brilliant Diamonds is a must-have in your collection. A radiant series of diamonds accentuates the brilliance of your centre stone. Thoughtfully designed to fit… read more
9ct Yellow Gold Pear Shaped Cubic Zirconia Halo Ring
$174.00
9ct Yellow Gold Pear Shaped Cubic Zirconia Halo Ring… read more
Cris Judd
SEAMLESS LOVE 9ct White Gold Dress Ring with 90 Points of Diamonds
$1,499.00
SEAMLESS LOVE 9ct White Gold Dress Ring with 90 Points of Diamonds… read more
Ben Affleck
9ct Rose Gold Morganite and Diamond Ring
$1,034.00
Please contact us regarding special order enquiries for this ring. All ring sizes can be specially ordered, with delivery approximately 6-8 weeks.… read more
Marc Anthony
9ct White Gold 2.40ct Aquamarine and 0.36ct Diamond Ring
$1,869.00
$4,069.00
Please contact us regarding special order enquiries for this ring. All ring sizes can be specially ordered, with delivery approximately 6-8 weeks.… read more
9ct White Gold 2 Ring Bridal Set With 1.2 Carats Of Diamonds
$2,139.00
$5,139.00
Celebrate your love with our exquisite 9ct White Gold 2 Ring Bridal Set, adorned with 1.2 Carats of Diamonds. This captivating bridal set features brilliant cut diamonds with P1/3 clarity and Ik colour, symbolising the purity and brilliance of your… read more
Alex Rodriguez
14ct White Gold 1.20 Carat Diamond Ring with 3/4 Carat Emerald Centre Diamond
$6,999.00
Elevate your engagement with our enchanting 14ct White Gold 1.20 Carat Diamond Ring, showcasing a captivating 3/4 carat emerald cut centre diamond. This exquisite piece, with its Gi coloured diamonds and elegant emerald cut, embodies the unique beauty of your… read more
People Also Liked:
- How To Choose A Diamond Engagement Ring
- How To Save For An Engagement Ring
- Affordable Engagement Rings
- Alternative Engagement Rings
- Celebrity Engagement Rings
- Engagement Rings By The Decade
- What are Morganite Engagement Rings?
- What Engagement Ring Style Fits Your Personality?
- A Look Into Lady Gaga’s Engagement Rings
- A Look Into Lady Diana’s Engagement Ring
