Jennifer Says Marc is "Employee of the Month"

My mom always told me to be careful about the jokes I make, because there's usually truth behind them. And if my mom's right, then Marc Anthony's one-liners on the red carpet at the premiere of El Cantante makes it clear that he and Jennifer Lopez could be in a bit of a power struggle and that things may not be as simple as the duo told People (Marc told the mag that Jennifer is 100-percent the boss).

Two spots down the red carpet from me stood the TV Guide Channel who asked LaLopez about producing and starring in the movie. Marc quipped, "It was great to have her as my boss! Hey, honey, do I get to be Employee of the Month? I better be!"

Jennifer laughed a fake laugh -- obviously a little uncomfortable that Marc would be so quick to point out that she was his boss. Marc laughed at his own jokes and as Jennifer seriously answered the question, Marc turned behind him to greet costar Leonor Varela, who had just arrived. As he got back to the interview, he deadpanned into the camera, "I was just kidding. We know who the boss really is."

A few moments later, I got my chance on the carpet with the power (struggling) couple. I asked Marc and J.Lo -- who looked ravishing in an Alberta Feretti long white silk chiffon V-neck dress, complete with grosgrain ribbon details, a stunning puff sleeve and accessorized with a turquoise, coral and thin-chained gold necklace -- about what it was like working together on the set. Marc shook his head and said, "Terrible. It was terrible." Ha ha.

Jennifer looked over at him, probably wondering whether to laugh at his joke and probably thinking that press like me would totally twist that around. Instead, Jennifer said, "No, it was a blessing, really. It was great." The gorgeous producer/actress/singer/designer/etc. went on to say, "You know, when we did these fighting scenes that would be really intense, it would be a big adrenaline rush, like you scored a touchdown. Afterward, we'd be like 'Wasn't that great? What about when I pushed you?'"

At that, we were all laughing, though my laugh was a little awkward. The best part about working together was getting to "play fight?" Sounds like some sort of weird form of couples counseling to me.

Jen abruptly changed tones and continued, "So we were just really about getting the reality of the story on the screen. We were lucky to have each other there because we are so comfortable with each other, and we have each other's support."

I was only allowed two questions, but the conversation spilled over to the reporter next to me. "There were so many intense scenes and emotionally difficult places we had to go," J.Lo explained. "But then, with the fun scenes, it made it easier too! We get each other's humor."

Still, I'm not so sure Jennifer was getting her husband's so-called humor. Marc made yet another joke to that reporter after Jennifer went on about the character Marc plays. Maybe realizing that his previous jokes may have revealed too much truth, Marc said, "I'd like to mention to the viewers of Fox11 that I'd like to announce my retirement as 'Employee of the Month.' This movie is truly an extension of what we are, and there are tags I say to the press..."

Comments

I don't know, she seems in love with him, completely devoted if you know what i mean. but she's alot classier than he is (and that isn't saying much) so maybe she's just better in red carpet situations than he is.

Sometimes Actors are so far removed from reality that they miss the mark when portraying a characther. Although, as of yet, I haven't seen the movie, I can bet the whole truth of Hector Perez (a/k/a Hector LaVoz a/k/a LaVoe) will certainly not be told. However, I wish them luck in trying to pass their version of LaVoe's life off onto the unknowing.

I love Jennifer! I think she can do MUCH BETTER than Marc Anthony!

I think they look great together

If they can stick-it out and make their marriage work, more power to them and their excellent careers. Long live los boricuas.

Where are the babies??????????

What a Sexy couple!!! She finally found a REAL Man!!! It is REAL this time!!!

I don't know. She seems to be in control on the red carpet, but I think she tries to hard to make it look like they are happy go lucky. I think he is in control of this relationship. But since she makes more money than him, he probably only goes so far, just to keep her in his good graces. I don't see this lasting more than 4 more years. I don't trust this guy. But I do bet she does love him. I'm glad she's doing latin things, but I wish she would get back to work doing all the things we fell in love with her for. Since she's been with him, it seems like she's doing things that only he would do. I hope she isn't losing her own opinions and ideas over a man. Women do that from time to time. Julia Roberts did it in "Runaway Bride". Remember she liked whatever eggs "he" was having, they were her favorite.

Incase many of you don't know the story behind these 2... Jennifer used to be best friends with Mark's ex wife. She found out on TV, about their "love affair" and that they were getting married. I think is a total cheat and she is a total SLUT!

Ok this is why I do not like Jennifer she does everything. Sing,act,design clothes and much more but she really does not do any of it that well!

she makes more money then him so whatleave them alone. she really found real man and i wish them luck but really where are the babies?

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Isn't the key word there EX?

Good God, her skin is AMAZING

becky - I think you got your phrase turned around - "But since she makes more money than him, he probably only goes so far, just to keep her in his good graces" I would think he would want to stay in HER good graces.

marc already has about 3 or 4 kids he doesn't want anymore kids, so if wants kids she is going to have to find someone else to have kids with.