When the news about Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson’s split surfaced, it caught many by surprise. According to a recent report from Page Six, Simpson’s dramatic 100-pound weight loss played a significant role in the breakup. A family source revealed that her transformation helped boost her confidence and gave her a more youthful energy, which she felt was a turning point in her life.
The source mentioned that Simpson’s newfound body had “unleashed a whole new side of her personality.” With this change, Simpson began feeling a sense of freedom that she hadn’t experienced before. The insider explained, “She suddenly felt 21 again—except when she was 21, she was a married TV star who had to behave.” This newfound confidence seemed to ignite a desire in Simpson to live more freely and “sow her wild oats,” a luxury she never felt she could indulge in before, particularly when she was constantly battling her weight with grueling gym routines and restrictive diets.
For years, Simpson struggled with maintaining her figure, resorting to harsh diets and intense workouts to keep her weight in check. But with her recent weight loss, she’s reportedly embraced a more carefree and confident version of herself.
However, the decision to end her marriage wasn’t solely hers. The source revealed that Eric Johnson appeared “so over it,” and his possible infidelity was also a factor in their separation. The insider hinted that the situation could have gone both ways, as it’s equally possible that Simpson may have stepped out as well.
Despite all of this, the source mentioned that her family and friends were concerned about her well-being. Though she’s been sober since 2017, they worried that she might be struggling with control in her life, though they insisted she had not relapsed.