Jennifer Lopez tried to manage husband Ben Affleck’s bad moods for a long time, it has been claimed.

On Tuesday People reported that the 55-year-old Atlas actress – who filed for divorce last week – spent a great deal of time trying to look after her 52-year-old spouse and was like a mother to him.

The site added that he often got ‘frustrated’ and went to a ‘dark place’ even though he had a beautiful wife and three children with ex Jennifer Garner.

‘Jennifer did spend a lot of time making sure Ben was happy and had everything he needed,’ the insider told the publication.

It was also added that Ben was more like her son than her mate, even though she is only three years older than him. ‘The way she cared for him was almost childlike,’ the source continued.

Jennifer Lopez tried to manage husband Ben Affleck ‘s bad moods for a long time, it has been claimed. Seen in January

On Tuesday People reported that the 55-year-old Atlas actress – who filed for divorce last week – spent a great deal of time trying to look after her 52-year-old spouse and was like a mother to him. Seen in April

And her pals urged her to stop because pumping up his moods was not her job. ‘Friends constantly reminded her that she’s not responsible for his feelings,’ it was added.

‘He’s very moody and dark at times.’