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Jennifer Lopez and one of her twins | Source: Getty Images | Facebook/Jennifer Lopez
Jennifer Lopez and one of her twins | Source: Getty Images | Facebook/Jennifer Lopez

One of Jennifer Lopez's Children Graduates and Ignites Buzz Over Resurfaced Post

Roshanak Hannani
May 30, 2026
10:19 P.M.

One of the pop star's children just walked across their graduation stage, and while the family moment was worth celebrating on its own, a detail surfacing online suggests this teen's next chapter looks a little different from what anyone might have expected.

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Jennifer Lopez was at the graduation ceremony alongside her mother, Guadalupe Rodríguez, and the graduate's former stepbrother, Samuel Affleck.

Although one important relative was nowhere to be seen, people have turned their attention somewhere else: a post that suggests the "Love Don't Cost a Thing" singer's child seems to have made a major life decision.

Jennifer Lopez and Emme Muñiz are seen leaving their hotel during Celebrity Sightings In Paris on May 9, 2024, in Paris, France | Source: Getty Images

Jennifer Lopez and Emme Muñiz are seen leaving their hotel during Celebrity Sightings In Paris on May 9, 2024, in Paris, France | Source: Getty Images

A Celebration With One Empty Seat

The May 28, 2026, high school graduation in Los Angeles brought together an interesting mix of faces. Jennifer's child, Emme Muñiz, was the main character, while her twin brother, Max Muñiz, was there for support.

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The two siblings offered quite the contrast: the graduate wore a tan suit and was all smiles throughout, while Max went with an all-black ensemble.

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Also present was Ben Affleck's 14-year-old son, photographed chatting with the guest of honor. Jennifer and Ben were married in 2022 before splitting in 2024, but the two have clearly kept their families connected since then.

However, according to Page Six, there was one notable person missing: the twins' father, Marc Anthony. His absence was the obvious gap in the room. Unfortunately, his representatives did not respond to requests for comment, and Jennifer's team stayed equally quiet.

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Although the twins are Jennifer's only children, the "Vivir La Vida" singer has seven children across multiple relationships. Most recently, Marc and his wife Nadia Ferreira welcomed son Marco, now 2, and announced in January 2026 that a second child is on the way.

A Proud But Tearful Mother

A day earlier, Jennifer appeared on "Jimmy Kimmel Live" and got unexpectedly emotional about her children growing up. The host asked whether one was about to graduate, and Jennifer confirmed the ceremony was the following day, then immediately shut the topic down:

"Don't talk about it cuz we start crying."

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She admitted she had been emotional for months leading up to the milestone. When Jimmy asked whether she would cry at the ceremony, the singer did not hesitate, revealing, "Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. I've been crying for two months."

The singer also explained that the twins attend different high schools and will be heading to different colleges, something she said she had spent all year trying to convince herself would be a good thing.

Jennifer Lopez talking about her children with Jimmy Kimmel on May 28, 2026 | Source: YouTube/Jimmy Kimmel Live

Jennifer Lopez talking about her children with Jimmy Kimmel on May 28, 2026 | Source: YouTube/Jimmy Kimmel Live

"I want them to go out there. I want them to do what they want to do. They have big dreams. They have things they want to do. It's going to be great," she told Jimmy.

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But the resolve cracked the moment she sat down to write their yearbook messages. "When I tell you the tears," she said, "Two days it took me to write those things." Both graduates will be living in dorms, and Jennifer admitted she is quietly hoping they will miss home just a little.

The Post That Seems Like a Soft Launch

While Marc's absence was certainly confusing and attention-grabbing, a March 6 Instagram post from an account called Windward College Decisions 2026 quietly resurfaced and sparked an entirely different conversation.

The caption read, "Oskar to Sarah Lawrence! No more impromptu NYC trips because he'll be living there! Good thing it's only a few hours away from Stagedoor. Go gryphons!! Congrats!!! 💚💛"

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Jennifer Lopez and her child in a picture on May 26, 2026 | Source: Facebook/Jennifer Lopez

Jennifer Lopez and her child in a picture on May 26, 2026 | Source: Facebook/Jennifer Lopez

The graphic included a childhood photo of a young blonde girl in a pink dress, with the name Oskar Muñiz printed alongside the Sarah Lawrence College logo. The account also tagged a private profile under the handle Oskar Jacob, whose photos appear to show the graduate, and whose pronouns are listed as "he."

It looks like one of Jennifer Lopez's children may have made a major life decision without much fanfare or official public announcement. But neither her nor Marc's teams have addressed this yet.

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What the post does make clear is that they are heading to Sarah Lawrence, a college known for its arts-forward, progressive community just outside New York City, with the "Stagedoor" reference hinting that creative ambitions are very much part of the plan.

But one interesting detail is that Ben's ex-wife and Samuel's mother, Jennifer Garner, liked it. Considering how she has been in the orbit of this blended family for years, her quiet tap of approval did not go unnoticed.

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The Internet Reacts to this Post

Although the post is from a few months ago, it drew attention from netizens this week. On Instagram, people had plenty to say.

One person wrote, "I wonder what Mark Anthony thinks.. 🤔" Another commented, "So they are trans or non binary? Good for them, live their truth. Congratulations on College!" And one commenter kept it short, "I was not expecting this."

Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez and their kids Max and Emme on stage before he performs a Valentine's Day show at Madison Square Garden on February 14, 2009, in New York City | Source: Getty Images

Marc Anthony, Jennifer Lopez and their kids Max and Emme on stage before he performs a Valentine's Day show at Madison Square Garden on February 14, 2009, in New York City | Source: Getty Images

On Reddit, others were more reflective. "The courage and confidence that Oskar Muniz has/is showing in this public statement speaks volumes I am here for it [sic]," one person wrote.

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"Jennifer Lopez is questionable when it comes to her personality and attitude but you can't deny she's a good mother," one commenter noted. Another added, "I love how Jennifer G is supportive of Jennifer L... ❤️."

Interestingly, this isn't the first time the family has faced such a reveal. As previously reported, in 2024, Ben's child, originally named Seraphina Rose Affleck, announced their new name, but it was much more official.

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Fin Affleck and Emme Muñiz spotted leaving the "Into the Woods" Broadway musical in New York City on August 14, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Fin Affleck and Emme Muñiz spotted leaving the "Into the Woods" Broadway musical in New York City on August 14, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

The then-15-year-old, now 17, made the public aware at a family event that they had a new name: Fin Affleck. This happened at a memorial service for their mother's dad, William Jack Garner, held at Christ Church United Methodist in Charleston, West Virginia.

Fin and Ben Affleck with Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on February 6, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

Fin and Ben Affleck with Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on February 6, 2014 | Source: Getty Images

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This was the first time Fin used their new name in public. Wearing a chic black suit and sporting a buzz-cut hairstyle, Fin approached the lectern and introduced themselves with, "Hello, my name is Fin Affleck."

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Fin then proceeded to read a verse from the Bible that highlighted how qualities like benevolence and honesty outweighed the materialistic value of being a bad person with a lot of wealth.

William and Jennifer Garner pictured going down a water slide posted on April 1, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jennifer.garner

William and Jennifer Garner pictured going down a water slide posted on April 1, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jennifer.garner

The service was to remember their mother's dad, who had died a week earlier at 85 years old. The "Alias" actress had initially publicized her father's passing by posting a tribute to him on Instagram, which mentioned how kind, strong, and doting he was.

William Garner posing for a picture posted on April 1, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jennifer.garner

William Garner posing for a picture posted on April 1, 2024 | Source: Instagram/jennifer.garner

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She also emphasized how much of an impactful life he led and spoke about the lasting legacy he created for his family, a legacy which passed down to Fin and their siblings.

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As the middle child of three, Fin has an older sister, Violet Affleck, who is 20, and a younger brother, Samuel, who is 13. Though their parents separated in 2015 and officially divorced in 2018, they still get along well for the sake of their children.

Violet, Samuel, and Fin Affleck with Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on August 3, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Violet, Samuel, and Fin Affleck with Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on August 3, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Fin’s new name is a big change from their original name, Seraphina, which means "ardent" and “fiery” in Hebrew. It is also commonly used as a nickname for names like Finegan, Serafin, and Finian. According to a media source, their name was inspired by Seraphim angels and is one of the top-searched names on Nameberry.

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Fin Affleck and Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on April 5, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Fin Affleck and Jennifer Garner spotted out in Los Angeles, California on April 5, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

The same source explained that these angels hold particular significance because of their six wings and the fact that they are the "highest-ranking angels." In choosing the name for their teen, Jennifer Garner and Ben made it popular in contemporary spaces.

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner spotted during a Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees game on October 1, 2005 | Source: Getty Images

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner spotted during a Boston Red Sox vs New York Yankees game on October 1, 2005 | Source: Getty Images

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Drawing back to Fin's journey of self-discovery, in which they boldly asserted how they want to be addressed, Fin followed the same path as many other celebrity kids. This path sees them choose how they want to tell their own stories about who they are.

Fin Affleck and Emme Muñiz spotted out in Paris, France on July 25, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Fin Affleck and Emme Muñiz spotted out in Paris, France on July 25, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Stars like Jamie Lee Curtis and Dwyane Wade have shared their stories about supporting their kids who have come out as transgender.

Zaya and Dwyane Wade at the Disney premiere of "Cheaper by the Dozen" in Hollywood, California on March 16, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Zaya and Dwyane Wade at the Disney premiere of "Cheaper by the Dozen" in Hollywood, California on March 16, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

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When it comes to defining oneself, names and pronouns hold a significant level of importance as they can say a lot about who we are as people. As Fin Affleck began using their new name, they added to a bigger conversation about the value of individuals embracing themselves.

And now Oskar, formerly known as Emme, seems to be doing the same with perhaps a little inspiration from this former stepsibling.

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