Jennifer Lopez teared up at the Sundance premiere of "Kiss of the Spider Woman," explaining she has been "waiting for this moment my whole life."

For Lopez, who takes on the role originated by Chita Rivera, it's a dream come true."I've been waiting for this moment my whole life," Lopez said at the film's premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival.

Jennifer Lopez, outfitted in sparkling, webbed-up gown and sky-high black heels, fought back tears as “Kiss of the Spider Woman” was embraced at Sundance Film Festival with a standing ovation. She told the audience at Park City’s Eccles Theatre that starring in the musical adaptation fulfilled a lifelong dream.