Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson are at the centre of swirling rumors about the state of their marriage. Fans and the media alike have raised questions after the retired NFL player, 45, was spotted without his wedding ring and Jessica, 44, hasn’t shared any photos of her husband on Instagram for over a year. Adding fuel to the fire, Jessica herself hasn’t been seen wearing her wedding ring in recent months.
Even Jessica’s sister, Ashlee Simpson, was roped into the speculation earlier this month. While heading to dinner with her husband, Evan Ross, Ashlee was approached by TMZ reporters, who wasted no time asking about her sister’s relationship status.
“Is it true? Do you know?” they asked, referring to the divorce rumors.
Ashlee’s response? A simple, “No.”
Her vague answer left fans debating whether she was denying the rumors outright or indicating that she didn’t have insight into the situation.
Now, an insider close to the couple has shared some insight into Jessica and Eric’s current dynamic. According to the source, their lives have naturally taken different paths due to their individual pursuits.
“She’s working on music and splits her time between Los Angeles and Nashville,” the source told People. “Eric spends all of his time in L.A., where the kids go to school. Jess and Eric very much live separate lives.”
Despite the rumors and their different routines, the source did not confirm any plans for divorce or official separation.
Fans have been buzzing in the comment sections of Jessica’s social media, noting the absence of family photos featuring Eric and the noticeable lack of her wedding ring in recent pictures. These observations have led many to wonder if the couple, who have been married since 2014 and share three children—Maxwell, Ace, and Birdie—are facing challenges in their relationship.
So far, Jessica and Eric have remained silent, choosing not to publicly address the speculation about their marriage. While Jessica has been focusing on her music career and balancing life between two cities, Eric seems to be holding things down in Los Angeles with their kids.
Their marriage, which has spanned nearly a decade, has been marked by shared love, family, and mutual support. Whether this is just a bump in the road or something more, Jessica and Eric’s fans are rooting for the best for the couple and their family.
