
Guadalupe Rodríguez is the mother of Jennifer Lynn López also known as J.Lo. Guadalupe’s daughter Jennifer Lopez is a renowned actress, dancer, singer, model, and businesswoman. Considered a Latin pop culture icon, and often described as a triple threat entertainer, she has been cited as an influence or inspiration by several successful entertainers. She is the wife of award-winning actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck. Guadalupe is also the mother of journalist and author Lynda Lopez.
Guadalupe Rodríguez: Bio Summary
Name | Guadalupe Rodríguez |
Famous as | mother of Jennifer Lopez |
Date of birth | December 12, 1945 |
Place of birth | Ponce, Puerto Rico, United States |
Nationality | American |
Parent | Julia Rodriguez |
Marital status | Divorced |
Spouse | David Lopez |
Children | Jennifer Lopez, Leslie Lopez, and Lynda Lopez |
Who Is Jennifer Lopez’s Mother, Guadalupe?
Guadalupe Rodríguez is famous as the mother of Jennifer Lopez. In 1945, Guadalupe was born on December 12, in Ponce, Puerto Rico, United States. She will be celebrating her 78th birthday on December 12, 2023. She is the daughter of Julia Rodríguez. Her father is said to be José Rodríguez.
There isn’t much information about Guadalupe’s early life, relatives, education, and family background. Guadalupe Rodríguez was married to David López, who she met in New York City. David had served in the army and worked as a computer technician at Guardian Insurance Company. Guadalupe became a homemaker after marrying David.
Guadalupe Rodríguez and David Lopez are the parents of three children, all girls. Their daughters are Jennifer Lynn López, Lynda Elaine Lopez, and Leslie Ann Lopez. Guadalupe Rodríguez later worked as a Tupperware salesperson and then as a kindergarten and gym teacher. Guadalupe and her then-husband David López got divorced.
The reason for their divorce is unknown. They were married from 1966 to 1999. Their marriage survived for 33 years before they divorced. Guadalupe Rodríguez has appeared as herself in Jennifer Lopez: Feelin’ So Good, Cover Story, Entertainment Tonight, Dish Nation, Access Hollywood, Halftime, and Live with Kelly and Mark.
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In 2015, Guadalupe Rodríguez made headlines after her daughter Jennifer Lopez revealed that Guadalupe had won $ 2.4 million while playing the slot machines at The Borgata Casino in Atlantic City in the early 2000s.
Guadalupe’s Relationship With Her Daughter J.Lo

Guadalupe Rodríguez and her daughter Jennifer Lopez aka J.Lo were estranged for some time after Guadalupe kicked Jennifer out of their family home. Guadalupe who was unpleased with Jennifer’s decision to leave college to pursue a dance career, asked Jennifer to move out of the family home.
The mother and daughter reportedly stopped speaking to each other for eight months. Jennifer Lopez moved to Manhattan and was sleeping in the dance studio’s office for the first few months. However, Jennifer has been able to come out successful in her career. Today, she is regarded as one of the most popular and influential people in the world.
Jennifer Lopez is considered one of the most influential Hispanic entertainers in North America. Guadalupe Rodríguez and her daughter Jennifer Lopez have been able to work things out. The mother and daughter have reconciled and have been seen together on several occasions at public events.
Guadalupe Rodríguez has accompanied Jennifer Lopez to several events. In 2014, Guadalupe made an appearance in the #YourMomCares campaign by the Obama Administration. Guadalupe was also featured in Jennifer Lopez’s concert film ‘Jennifer Lopez: Dance Again’.
Guadalupe Rodríguez was with Jennifer Lopez when she made an appearance on ‘The Wendy Williams Show’ in New York City (January 2015). Jennifer invited her mother to join her on stage during her performance at the Global Citizen’s VAX Live: The Concert to Reunite the World.
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The mother and daughter performed Neil Diamond’s hit “Sweet Caroline”. Celebrating her mother on Mother’s Day in 2021, Jennifer Lopez shared, “It was my mom who instilled in us at a very young age that we could do anything.”
“This was something that has really stayed with me. Being a mom is my greatest joy, and today I think about my mommy and all the moms out there. This is your day, and I hope you are surrounded by love, gratitude and appreciation…enjoy it!”
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