Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez Officially Call Off Engagement

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez. are officially calling it quits weeks after attempting to work through past issues. On Thursday morning, the two issued a joint statement shared with PEOPLE. "We have realized we are better as friends and look forward to remaining so. We will continue to work together and support each other on our shared businesses and projects. We wish the best for each other and one another's children. Out of respect for them, the only other comment we have is to say is thank you to everyone who has sent kind words and support," the statement read.  More at www.CooperandAnthony.com, and watch us nightly at 7pm EST https://www.twitch.tv/cooperandanthony