Jessica Simpson has revealed that she and her husband Eric Johnson are living separately as they navigate a “painful situation” in their marriage. The couple, who have been married for nearly a decade, share three children: Maxwell, 12; Ace, 11; and Birdie, 5. Simpson emphasized that their children are their top priority and expressed gratitude for the support they have received during this challenging time.
The news of their separation follows a decade of marriage, which began after they got engaged in 2010 and tied the knot in 2014. Both Simpson and Johnson have previous marriages; Simpson was formerly wed to singer Nick Lachey from 2002 to 2006, while Johnson was married to Keri D’Angelo from 2005 to 2010.
Rumors about their relationship status escalated last November when the couple was seen without their wedding rings. Simpson recently hinted at a personal “comeback,” suggesting a return to her music career, which she framed as an apology to herself for enduring difficulties she did not deserve.
In a recent turn of events, Simpson also dealt with the emotional toll of the wildfires in Los Angeles County, which led to the evacuation of her home. She shared an Instagram post showing the smoke from the fires ominously hovering over her Hidden Hills residence, which she purchased from Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne for $11.5 million.
As the couple faces this personal hardship, fans and supporters are hopeful that they will find a pathway to healing, especially for the sake of their children who remain central in their lives. The future of their marriage remains uncertain, as details about potential divorce filings have yet to be confirmed. Simpson’s focus seems to be on finding strength and resilience during this difficult period.