Marc Anthony helped me with my confidence: Jennifer Lopez

Pop diva Jennifer Lopez has credited ex-husband Marc Anthony with boosting her confidence.

The 49-year-old star said Anthony, 50, made her believe in her singing abilities.

"While I was married to Marc, he really helped me with my confidence and he saw where I suffered. He was like, 'You're a great singer. Don't ever let anybody tell you you're not a great singer.'

"And I respected him so much 'cause I consider him one of the best singers of all time," Lopez said during weekend episode of "Sunday Today".

Lopez and Anthony divorced in 2014 after 10 years of marriage. They share a twin son and daughter, Max and Emme, who are 10.