Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson have announced their separation after ten years of marriage. Jessica shared in a statement to PEOPLE that the couple has been living separately while navigating a difficult period in their relationship. She emphasized that their children—Maxwell (12), Ace (11), and Birdie (5)—remain their top priority, and they are focusing on what is best for them. Jessica also expressed gratitude for the support they’ve received and asked for privacy during this challenging time.
The couple, who began dating in 2010 and got engaged that year, married in 2014. Over the years, they built a family together, and the news of their split has sparked speculation, particularly as both have been seen without their wedding rings. Jessica had also hinted at a “comeback” in November, describing it as “an apology to myself for putting up with everything I did not deserve.”
Additionally, sources mentioned that someone in Jessica’s circle reached out to a divorce attorney, though it was unclear if any formal steps had been taken. Jessica had spent significant time away from Los Angeles, where her family is based, to work on music in Nashville. During this period, Eric remained in L.A. with the children.
Jessica’s personal health journey, which includes significant weight fluctuations and her seven years of sobriety, may also be factors contributing to the couple’s separation.
