Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson Separate After 10 Years of Marriage

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson, who tied the knot in 2014, have announced their separation after a decade of marriage. The 44-year-old singer and fashion entrepreneur shared the news in a heartfelt statement to People magazine on Monday, emphasizing their commitment to their children during this challenging time.

“Eric and I have been living separately, navigating a painful situation in our marriage,” Simpson said. “Our children come first, and we are focusing on what is best for them. We are grateful for all of the love and support that has been coming our way and appreciate privacy right now as we work through this as a family.”

Social Media Speculation Sparks Questions

Fans began speculating about trouble in paradise earlier this year when Simpson noticeably stopped posting photos with her husband on social media. Her last public image with Johnson dates back to mid-2023. Adding to the rumors, eagle-eyed followers noted the absence of her wedding ring in recent Instagram posts.

In a photo shared in September 2024, Simpson posed in a lacy outfit, her hand conspicuously bare. Fans were quick to comment, with one writing, “Definitely a divorce,” while another remarked, “Wedding ring is gone.”

The couple’s social media absence was amplified by Johnson’s exclusion from a family photo celebrating their children’s first day of school. Simpson captioned the post, praising her kids—Maxwell, 12, Ace, 11, and Birdie, 5—but made no mention of Johnson.

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson family photo

A Love Story That Began Amidst Controversy

Simpson and Johnson’s relationship began in May 2010 when the retired NFL player was still married to his first wife, Keri D’Angelo. Johnson and D’Angelo finalized their divorce later that year, and he and Simpson got engaged shortly after.

The couple married in a grand ceremony in July 2014 and became parents to three children, forming what seemed to be a picture-perfect family. However, cracks in their relationship appeared over time, as reflected in their decreasing public appearances together and Simpson’s solo social media updates.

Simpson’s love life has been a subject of public fascination for years. Before Johnson, she was married to singer Nick Lachey, a relationship famously chronicled on MTV’s Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica. She also had high-profile romances with John Mayer, Tony Romo, and Adam Levine.

Family First Amid the Separation

Simpson’s statement underscores her priority: her children. The Irresistible singer has often spoken about her devotion to Maxwell, Ace, and Birdie, a sentiment she reiterated during this period of transition.

In her Instagram post marking her kids’ return to school, Simpson wrote, “Maxwell, Ace, and Birdie, y’all make your mom beam with smiles and grace! Keep on showing up for yourselves with each step of the way through this new school year!” She shared the sentiment without referencing Johnson, further fueling speculation about their separation.

A Second Divorce for Simpson

This marks Simpson’s second divorce. Her first marriage to Lachey ended in 2006 after four years together. Johnson’s separation from Simpson will also be his second divorce, following his split from D’Angelo in 2010.

While the couple has not shared details about the reasons for their separation, the news has prompted an outpouring of support from fans and friends alike. Many have taken to social media to express their admiration for Simpson’s resilience and focus on her family.

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