Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson have announced their separation after a decade of marriage. On January 13, 2025, Simpson released a statement confirming that the couple had been living apart while navigating challenges in their relationship. The singer emphasized that their primary focus is on their three children—Maxwell (12), Ace (11), and Birdie (5)—and that they are committed to doing what is best for their family during this difficult time.
The news came after Simpson hinted at personal struggles in November 2024 while teasing new music, stating that her comeback was an “apology to myself for putting up with everything I did not deserve.” Though she didn’t specifically address her marriage, fans speculated her comments were related to her relationship with Johnson.
In the aftermath of the rumors, Jessica’s sister, Ashlee Simpson, denied the divorce speculation, but things seemed to confirm the split when Johnson was seen without his wedding ring in public later that month.
Jessica, who was previously married to Nick Lachey from 2002 to 2006, has been with Johnson since 2010. The couple married in July 2014 after having their first child, Maxwell, in 2012.