The well-known singer and actress, 55, attended the Broadway premiere of Othello, which featured Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, alongside her 17-year-old child, Emme.
As they arrived at the Barrymore Theatre, both stood out in matching black and gray outfits. Lopez wore a stylish two-piece set that showed her midsection, a long skirt, a fur coat, and had her hair neatly tied in a bun. Emme, on the other hand, kept their style simple yet fashionable, wearing clothes that matched the overall theme with ease.
But it wasn’t just their outfits that got people talking.
Lopez Steps in to Shield Emme
Reports say that as they were leaving the theater, a paparazzo got too close with a large camera. An eyewitness told Page Six that Lopez immediately stepped in to protect Emme.
“She really stepped in as a protective mother,” the witness shared, mentioning that Lopez raised her voice at the photographer to create space for Emme.
This moment caught attention online, especially from those familiar with Lopez’s open support of Emme’s identity.
A Moment That Went Viral
Lopez has spoken publicly about supporting Emme. In 2022, at the Blue Diamond Gala at Dodger Stadium, she introduced Emme on stage using they/them pronouns. This move was widely noticed.
Lopez told the audience, “The last time we performed together was at a big stadium, and I always ask them to sing with me, but they usually don’t.” She added playfully, “They have a packed schedule. They aren’t cheap, but they’re my favorite duet partner.”
Fans praised the moment online. One commented, “JLo, you’re a great mother, and your performance was lovely.” Another wrote, “This shows JLo’s support for Emme—it’s great to see.”
A Strong Family Connection
Lopez shares Emme and their twin brother Max with her ex-husband, Marc Anthony. Though Emme has joined her onstage before, the Blue Diamond Gala helped many understand Emme’s identity and Lopez’s consistent support.
Despite the incident outside the theater, Lopez and Emme seemed to enjoy the night. Later, Lopez posted a photo of them together, writing: “Othello premiere with the best date ever.”