Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson have decided to end their marriage after a decade together. In a heartfelt statement to People, Simpson revealed, “Eric and I have been living apart as we navigate a painful situation in our marriage. Our children are our top priority, and we are committed to doing what’s best for them. We truly appreciate the love and support we’ve received and ask for privacy during this time as we work through things as a family.”
Speculation about a split had been swirling for some time; observant fans noticed that Simpson had not shared any photos with Johnson since 2023. Furthermore, it became apparent that she had stopped wearing her wedding ring in her recent social media posts. The fashion mogul shared a striking image of herself in September, showcasing her without the ring, prompting comments like, “Definitely a divorce” and “Wedding ring is gone. This screams I’m getting divorced.”
Simpson and Johnson tied the knot in July 2014. The couple shares three children: Maxwell, Ace, and Birdie. Johnson, a former NFL player, was missing from a family photo Simpson posted on Instagram in early September, which captured their kids’ return to school. In the caption, she celebrated her children’s accomplishments but did not mention her husband, further fueling the rumors of their separation.
In a recent post, Simpson hinted at the personal journey she is embarking on, teasing her musical comeback while reflecting on past challenges. “This comeback is personal; it’s an apology to myself for enduring what I did not deserve,” she wrote alongside sultry photos taken in her Nashville music room.
This separation marks Simpson’s second divorce. She was previously married to Nick Lachey from 2002 to 2006, and their marriage was famously chronicled in the reality show “Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica.” Simpson’s relationship with Johnson began in May 2010, just months before his divorce from Keri D’Angelo was finalized.
As this chapter closes, Simpson and Johnson remain focused on co-parenting their children while navigating the emotional complexity of their separation.
