On Monday, the singer and actress, who turned 54 last week, shared new photos from her birthday party in herOn the JLonewsletter.

“Thank you all for the birthday love. Here’s a lil peek into my party,” Lopez wrote. “Ben hosted it at our new house with our closest family and friends. All the kids were there, it was a gorgeous day full of sunshine and perfect for a pool party!!”

On The JLo

On The JLo: This Is Me…Now: Birthday Edition

On The JLo: This Is Me…Now: Birthday Edition

TheMarry Mestar could also be seen in her stylish swimwear while hanging out on a floatie in the pool with friends and a beverage in hand.

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Lopez also posted photos of her later in the day rocking a sparkly backless silver gown, including sweet snapshots with her husband.

In one photo, Lopez wrapped her arms around Affleck, 50, from behind while he sat in a chair.

Another candid shot showed a still-standing Lopez hugging Affleck from the side with a smile on her face, as the Oscar winner looked on while embracing his wife with one hand.

“I always liked having my birthday in July! The weather is warm and balmy and the mood is more relaxed,” Lopez wrote before signing off her newsletter.

On The JLo: This Is Me…Now: Birthday Edition

The “On the Floor” singer first shared footage ofher birthday celebrationon Instagram last week.

She waspictured getting into the groovewith her head thrown back as she stood on a table in a sparkly backless silver gown with her arms raised.

“Birthday mood … all month!! Always a good day when Lola comes to play …#OnTheJLo: Birthday Edition coming soon,” Lopez wrote in the caption.

The singer has had much to celebrate recently, followingher first wedding anniversarywith husband Affleck in July.

One day after the first anniversary of the couple’s Las Vegas nuptials, the singer and actressteased her new song“Midnight Trip to Vegas."

source: people.com