Jessica Simpson and Husband Eric Johnson Split After 10 Years of Marriage: 'Painful Situation'

Jessica Simpsonand husbandEric Johnsonare taking time apart. The singer and actress, 44, and her former NFL player husband, 45, are separating after 10 years of marriage, Simpson tells PEOPLE exclusively. “Eric and I have been living separately navigating a painful situation in our marriage,” Simpson said in a statement to PEOPLE. “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 Nick Lachey's Relationship: A Look Back

Photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic Jessica SimpsonandNick Lacheywere considered an “It” couple in the early aughts. As the couple became household names, their marriage began to crumble, and Simpson filed for divorce in 2005. Shortly after their split, Simpson and Lachey met up one last time, and the former 98 Degree frontmanplayed his then-new albumfor Simpson, in which all of the songs were about her. Simpson later recalled the moment in her 2020 memoirOpen Book.

Jessica Simpson on Making New Music Without Drinking: 'I'm So Much More Honest Without Alcohol' (Exclusive)

Jessica Simpson in Nashville in November 2024.Photo:Alex Berger/Weird Candy Alex Berger/Weird Candy In this week’s PEOPLE,Jessica Simpsonreveals how she reclaimed her voice while making her new EPNashville Canyon: Part 1.Not only in the sound of her five sultry rockabilly tunes but also in the clarity that came with being alcohol-free since 2017. “The moment I started drinking too much was when I started writing music in 2016 and it was making me go to places and feel sorry for myself,” she says.

Jessica Simpson Shows Off Edgy Vampy Look in Corset, Choker and Red Lace: ‘Weekend Magnetism’

Jessica Simpson.Photo:jessica simpson/instagram jessica simpson/instagram Jessica Simpsonis magnetizing!On Monday, Sept. 23, Simpson, 44, shared images of herself wearing an array of stylish vampy looks which she described as “weekend magnetism” on Instagram. “A weekend of much-needed self-love hugs and pure magnetism Part 1,” Simpsoncaptioned one postas herself in a statement outfit. In the photos shared, the Jessica Simpson Collectionfounderfirst appeared in a pouting black-and-white selfie as she wore an open black lace shirt and choker with two cross pendants.

Jessica Simpson Shows Off Toned Legs in Leather Minidress and ‘Coat of Many Colors’ — See the Fun Look!

Jessica Simpson shows off look in Instagram mirror selfie.Photo:jessica simpson/instagram jessica simpson/instagram Jessica Simpsonknows how to dress up for any occasion. On Tuesday, Oct. 29, the multi-hyphenate, 44, posted a video of herself dressed in a strapless, bronze-colored leather minidress underneath a colorful cardigan boasting various colors, including bright yellows, pinks and greens. Simpson paired the look with light brown ankle boots featuring a chic pointed-toe design and an animal-print handbag.