Jessica Simpson Announces Split from Eric Johnson After 10 Years of Marriage
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Synopsis
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson have confirmed their separation after a decade of marriage. The couple, who shares three children, is focusing on co-parenting while navigating this challenging phase. They have been living separately for some time and are prioritizing their children's well-being amid this transition.
Key Takeaways
- Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson are separating after ten years.
- They are focused on their children during this difficult time.
- Johnson was seen without his wedding ring in November.
- Simpson hinted at a music comeback amidst personal changes.
- The couple shares three children together.
Los Angeles, Jan 14 (NationPress) Hollywood actress-singer Jessica Simpson and her husband Eric Johnson have been living apart and are contemplating their future steps.
Jessica, aged 44, has confirmed the separation after a decade of marriage to her former NFL player spouse, who is 45, as per reports from 'People' magazine.
In a statement provided to 'People', she expressed, "Eric and I have been living separately navigating a painful situation in our marriage. 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".
The announcement comes less than a week after Simpson shared a cheerful selfie on Instagram, reminding her followers that "Life is short. SMILE while you still have teeth".
According to 'People', Johnson was seen without his wedding ring in November, coinciding with Simpson hinting at her musical "comeback" through a mysterious Instagram post featuring images of her in a recording studio.
"Interviews in my Nashville music room where I unearthed my singular magic," she wrote as a caption. "This comeback is personal. It’s an apology to myself for putting up with everything I did not deserve".
A source later informed 'People' that the 'With You' singer and her husband "very much live separate lives".
Simpson and Johnson tied the knot in July 2014 after dating for four years and are parents to three children: daughters Maxwell "Maxi" Drew, 12, and Birdie Mae, 5, and son Ace Knute, 11.
The pair first connected through a mutual friend in 2010 and got engaged that November after a six-month courtship.
The couple welcomed their first two children, Maxwell and Ace, in May 2012 and June 2013, respectively.
Their son and daughter served as the ring bearer and flower girl at their wedding, which was attended by over 250 guests in Montecito, California.
