Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez and kids.Photo: Alex Rodriguez/InstagramAlex Rodriguezis “in a great place” four months after he andJennifer Lopezcalled off their engagement.The retired New York Yankees player, 46, said in a recent interview that he and his daughters Natasha, 16½, and Ella, 13 (whom he shares with ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis), are currently focused on “all the positive” things in life.“Ihad five years of an incredible life and partnershipand also with my daughters, we learned so much,” Rodriguez toldEntertainment Tonighton Tuesday.Rodriguez and his girlslived together as a blended familywith Lopez, 52, and her 13-year-old twins, daughter Emme Maribel and son Maximilian David, whom she shares with ex-husbandMarc Anthony, 52.Rodriguez added toETthat he and his daughters now “have the opportunity to take that and move forward and say, ‘You know what? We’re so grateful for the last five years, how do we make the next five years better because of lessons learned?'“For more on Alex Rodriguez and other top stories, listen below toour daily podcast PEOPLE Every Day.“So I’m in a great place,” he said. “I’m so grateful for where God and and the light has really put me, and I’m really looking forward. Mostly to see how my girls keep developing.“The interview comes after fans noticed that Lopezdeleted most photos of Rodriguezfrom her Instagram, in addition to unfollowing him. She kept the family photos up that featured Rodriguez and his daughters.Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez.Kevin Mazur/Getty ImagesNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.The exes officially called off their engagement in April, telling PEOPLE in a statement that they’re “better as friends and look forward to remaining so.” The couplebegan datingin 2017, and theyannounced their engagementin March 2019.“Jennifer and Alexare figuring out how to be exesand still remain friends,” a source told PEOPLE in April, adding that the kids “are okay” amid the breakup. “They want to be as considerate of them as possible. Jennifer has been such a big part of Alex’s daughters’ lives, and she will continue to be a big part. She loves his girls. Their split is trickier because of the kids.“Rodriguez celebrated his birthday in St. Tropez last month, expressing his gratitude in a celebratory birthday post.“I’m feeling so grateful today, not just for celebrating my big day with my incredible friends and family on this magical trip, but for all of the well-wishes, love and support from everyone,“The Corppodcast host wrote on Instagram.“I couldn’t ask for anything more.#ThankYouAll. Here’s to a healthy, happy and meaningful 365 days for us all!#46#AgeIsJustANumber,” he added.At the time, he also shared a birthday tribute from Ella on his Instagram Story. “Happy bday daddy,” Ella wrote, sharing a photo of the father-daughter duo in an embrace.

Jennifer Lopez, Alex Rodriguez and kids.Photo: Alex Rodriguez/Instagram

Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez

Alex Rodriguezis “in a great place” four months after he andJennifer Lopezcalled off their engagement.The retired New York Yankees player, 46, said in a recent interview that he and his daughters Natasha, 16½, and Ella, 13 (whom he shares with ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis), are currently focused on “all the positive” things in life.“Ihad five years of an incredible life and partnershipand also with my daughters, we learned so much,” Rodriguez toldEntertainment Tonighton Tuesday.Rodriguez and his girlslived together as a blended familywith Lopez, 52, and her 13-year-old twins, daughter Emme Maribel and son Maximilian David, whom she shares with ex-husbandMarc Anthony, 52.Rodriguez added toETthat he and his daughters now “have the opportunity to take that and move forward and say, ‘You know what? We’re so grateful for the last five years, how do we make the next five years better because of lessons learned?'“For more on Alex Rodriguez and other top stories, listen below toour daily podcast PEOPLE Every Day.“So I’m in a great place,” he said. “I’m so grateful for where God and and the light has really put me, and I’m really looking forward. Mostly to see how my girls keep developing.“The interview comes after fans noticed that Lopezdeleted most photos of Rodriguezfrom her Instagram, in addition to unfollowing him. She kept the family photos up that featured Rodriguez and his daughters.Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez.Kevin Mazur/Getty ImagesNever miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.The exes officially called off their engagement in April, telling PEOPLE in a statement that they’re “better as friends and look forward to remaining so.” The couplebegan datingin 2017, and theyannounced their engagementin March 2019.“Jennifer and Alexare figuring out how to be exesand still remain friends,” a source told PEOPLE in April, adding that the kids “are okay” amid the breakup. “They want to be as considerate of them as possible. Jennifer has been such a big part of Alex’s daughters’ lives, and she will continue to be a big part. She loves his girls. Their split is trickier because of the kids.“Rodriguez celebrated his birthday in St. Tropez last month, expressing his gratitude in a celebratory birthday post.“I’m feeling so grateful today, not just for celebrating my big day with my incredible friends and family on this magical trip, but for all of the well-wishes, love and support from everyone,“The Corppodcast host wrote on Instagram.“I couldn’t ask for anything more.#ThankYouAll. Here’s to a healthy, happy and meaningful 365 days for us all!#46#AgeIsJustANumber,” he added.At the time, he also shared a birthday tribute from Ella on his Instagram Story. “Happy bday daddy,” Ella wrote, sharing a photo of the father-daughter duo in an embrace.

Alex Rodriguezis “in a great place” four months after he andJennifer Lopezcalled off their engagement.

The retired New York Yankees player, 46, said in a recent interview that he and his daughters Natasha, 16½, and Ella, 13 (whom he shares with ex-wife Cynthia Scurtis), are currently focused on “all the positive” things in life.

“Ihad five years of an incredible life and partnershipand also with my daughters, we learned so much,” Rodriguez toldEntertainment Tonighton Tuesday.

Rodriguez and his girlslived together as a blended familywith Lopez, 52, and her 13-year-old twins, daughter Emme Maribel and son Maximilian David, whom she shares with ex-husbandMarc Anthony, 52.

Rodriguez added toETthat he and his daughters now “have the opportunity to take that and move forward and say, ‘You know what? We’re so grateful for the last five years, how do we make the next five years better because of lessons learned?'”

For more on Alex Rodriguez and other top stories, listen below toour daily podcast PEOPLE Every Day.

“So I’m in a great place,” he said. “I’m so grateful for where God and and the light has really put me, and I’m really looking forward. Mostly to see how my girls keep developing.”

The interview comes after fans noticed that Lopezdeleted most photos of Rodriguezfrom her Instagram, in addition to unfollowing him. She kept the family photos up that featured Rodriguez and his daughters.

Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez.Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

Alex Rodriguez and Jennifer Lopez

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The exes officially called off their engagement in April, telling PEOPLE in a statement that they’re “better as friends and look forward to remaining so.” The couplebegan datingin 2017, and theyannounced their engagementin March 2019.

“Jennifer and Alexare figuring out how to be exesand still remain friends,” a source told PEOPLE in April, adding that the kids “are okay” amid the breakup. “They want to be as considerate of them as possible. Jennifer has been such a big part of Alex’s daughters’ lives, and she will continue to be a big part. She loves his girls. Their split is trickier because of the kids.”

Rodriguez celebrated his birthday in St. Tropez last month, expressing his gratitude in a celebratory birthday post.

“I’m feeling so grateful today, not just for celebrating my big day with my incredible friends and family on this magical trip, but for all of the well-wishes, love and support from everyone,“The Corppodcast host wrote on Instagram.

“I couldn’t ask for anything more.#ThankYouAll. Here’s to a healthy, happy and meaningful 365 days for us all!#46#AgeIsJustANumber,” he added.

At the time, he also shared a birthday tribute from Ella on his Instagram Story. “Happy bday daddy,” Ella wrote, sharing a photo of the father-daughter duo in an embrace.

source: people.com