Jessica Simpson told People magazine exclusively that she and her husband, Eric Johnson, are separating after 10 years of marriage. The now-former couple are parents to three children: daughters Maxwell Drew and Birdie Mae, who are 12 and five years old, respectively, and son Ace Knute, who is 11 years old. A source told People magazine that the couple is “very much” living “separate lives.”
In a statement to People, Jessica Simpson told the news outlet on January 13 that she and her NFL player husband were living separately as they navigated “a painful situation in our marriage.” The 44-year-old singer added:
“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.”
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson tied the knot on July 5, 2014, in Montecito, California.
As per Celebrity Net Worth, the singer boasts a net worth of $200 million, with Eric Johnson having a fortune worth $10 million.
Exploring Jessica Simpson fortune as the singer announces separation from Eric Johnson after a decade of marriage
As per Celebrity Net Worth, the singer-actress made most of her fortune through her music, acting, and, most recently, her retail entrepreneurship. As per the website, Simpson earned more through her acting gigs and businesses rather than her music. This comes through her movies like The Dukes of Hazzard, Employee of the Month and Blonde Ambition.
The outlet also reported that her retail empire, which included a range of products, including beauty, handbags, lingerie, and shoes, among others, was expected to make her the first celebrity to achieve over a billion dollars in annual sales. It was also reported that Simpson sold a majority of her brand to Sequential Brands for $117 million in 2015. However, she went on to own her own brand yet again in 2021 after paying $65 to reacquire the same.
Some of her other collections and brands include Jessica Simpson Desserts, Vintage Bloom, and a million-dollar deal with Weight Watchers, which was signed in 2011, as per Celebrity Net Worth.
Jessica Simpson owns a Hidden Hills mansion valued at $15-20 million and sold a previous home for $6.4 million in 2013. Details about her husband Eric Johnson's net worth remain undisclosed. The couple met in 2010 through a mutual friend, got engaged six months later, and married in Montecito with their children, Maxwell and Ace, participating in the ceremony.
Speaking about their relationship, Simpson told People magazine back in 2023:
“A true love will never make you question yourself or what’s real. Thanks to my amazing soulmate I am able to love passionately and without fear of being hurt.”
Simpson was previously married to Nick Lachey.