Jessica Simpson continues to impress fans with her major 100-pound weight loss journey and sultry Instagram posts as she gears up for her return to the music scene. Recently, sources suggest that the “With You” artist’s significant slim-down might have contributed to her recent separation from Eric Johnson, to whom she was married for a decade and with whom she has three children.
According to an insider, the fashion designer, 44, chose to part ways with the former NFL player, 45, after her new, slimmer and “irresistible” appearance brought out a completely different aspect of her character, as reported by Page Six. A source dished to the outlet that Simpson’s new bod “unleashed a whole new side of her personality” and that she “suddenly felt 21 again.”
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Jessica Simpson’s Dramatic 100-Pound Weight Loss Reportedly 'Played A Role' In Her Divorce From Eric Johnson
The insider pointed out that when Simpson was indeed 21, she was married to her former husband, Nick Lachey, and they starred in the early 2000s reality TV show, Newlyweds. The source said: "except when she was 21 for real, she was a married TV star who had to behave."
The source also told the publication that Simpson "started to want to sow her wild oats in a way she never could" due to her reliance on detrimental practices to keep a slim physique. Regarding the "I Wanna Love You Forever" singer's weight fluctuation, the tipster noted: "in the past she always had to kill herself in the gym and via starvation diets to get slim and stay that way."
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In her 2020 memoir, Open Book, Simpson disclosed that she has fluctuated by 100 pounds on three separate occasions. Despite Simpson’s recent boost in self-assurance, the insider also revealed to Page Six that her separation from Johnson (with whom she shares kids Maxwell, 12, Ace, 11, and Birdie, 5) wasn’t entirely her decision.
They explained: "To be fair to Jess, Eric has accordingly checked out — he’s been so over it and her for a while now and so infidelity on his part is not out of the question. But it’s also not out of the question on her part either."
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Johnson also reportedly believes that the Dukes of Hazzard alum is struggling to manage her life, even though she has maintained her sobriety since 2017. Much like Johnson, Simpson's loved ones apparently expressed concerns that she was struggling. Nevertheless, the source maintained that she had not relapsed.
Simpson and Johnson first fueled separation rumors last year when fans observed their absence from each other’s social media posts since 2023. Additionally, Simpson was seen without her wedding ring in recent Instagram selfies and during public outings, as captured by paparazzi. Earlier this month, the "Irresistible" singer finally announced that she and the athlete had parted ways after a decade of marriage.
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Jessica Simpson's Upcoming New Music Was Inspired By Her Split, According To Insiders
In a statement made to People on January 13th, Simpson said: "Eric and I have been living separately navigating a painful situation in our marriage." The mom of three continued: "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."
In the midst of her heartache, a source revealed to Page Six that Simpson's breakup has motivated her to produce new music after a 15-year hiatus. As they told the outlet: "Jessica has been working on new music for a while, but with everything going on now, she feels it’s the perfect time to go full force with it." They added: "She’s always journaling, and a few entries have evolved into songs about heartbreak and resilience. It’s been a very creative, albeit heartbreaking, time for her."