Jennifer Lopez says life 'keeps getting better' on 57th birthday

Jennifer Lopez marked her 57th birthday with an inspiring message about perseverance, telling fans that life continues to improve as long as you keep moving forward.

The singer and actress celebrated the milestone by sharing a sun-soaked Instagram video of herself riding in a car, accompanied by an audio clip from Theodore Roosevelt's famous 1910 speech, The Man in the Arena.

The speech pays tribute to those who continue striving despite setbacks, praising "the man who is actually in the arena" who keeps pushing forward even after falling short.

Lopez paired the powerful message with a simple but optimistic caption.

"When you keep going it just keeps getting better," she wrote.

The motivational post comes just weeks after the Office Romance star kicked off her birthday celebrations early with family and close friends during a dinner at Parisian restaurant Siena.

According to People, Lopez was in high spirits throughout the evening and embraced the celebrations with those closest to her.

"Jennifer was beaming all night. She looked absolutely stunning. You could tell that she was enjoying every moment," a source told the outlet.

The group reportedly enjoyed Mediterranean cuisine before the restaurant surprised Lopez with a Chantilly-style birthday cake topped with fresh berries and torched meringue. 

Birthday sparklers lit up the dessert as friends and fellow diners sang "Happy Birthday."

The insider added that Lopez shared slices of cake with nearby diners, while the evening later transformed into a lively celebration featuring live music.

"The atmosphere shifted into a late-night scene with live music and Jennifer got up to dance," the source said.

Lopez's latest birthday message reflects the positive outlook she has continued to embrace, encouraging her followers to persevere through challenges and believe that brighter days lie ahead.