Divorce rumors surrounding singer Jessica Simpson and her husband, Eric Johnson, have gained momentum in recent weeks.
On November 14, 2024, an anonymous source close to the couple shed light on their strained relationship and current living situation. Speaking exclusively to PEOPLE magazine, the insider revealed that Jessica and Eric are no longer living together. The source shared,
“She’s working on music and splits her time between Los Angeles and Nashville. Eric spends all of his time in L.A., where the kids go to school. Jess and Eric very much live separate lives”.
Moreover, on November 12, 2024, Johnson was captured by paparazzi walking around in Los Angeles without his wedding band. In the past, the football player was often seen in public wearing the significant accessory.
This sighting, combined with the allegations made by the source, further fueled the fire of the iconic couple’s divorce rumors.
The Origin Of Eric Johnson And Jessica Simpson’s Divorce Rumors
The Irresistible singer and her husband first sparked divorce rumors two months earlier, in September 2024. On September 15, marking the athlete’s 45th birthday, instead of posting a heartfelt birthday tribute, Simpson shared a short video clip on her Instagram story, which has since been deleted.
The video featured a preacher discussing the concept of forgiveness and how, while it doesn’t change the person who caused the harm, it can offer some healing and freedom to the person who was hurt. The preacher shared,
“Forgiveness doesn’t change the person who hurt you… You do have the opportunity to forgive every time you remember. If I don’t put into practice forgiveness for those that have hurt me… in a negative way, then I hold myself hostage to a prison…”
Notably, Simpson has also been seen without her wedding ring since earlier this year. In most of her recent Instagram posts, she is photographed without the rock on her finger.
Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson first met in May 2010. After dating for two years, they welcomed their first child in May 2012, followed by their second in June 2013. Four years into their relationship, the couple tied the knot in July 2014. In March 2019, they had their third child.
Fans Defend Johnson’s Decision To Not Wear His Wedding Ring
The online community rallied behind Eric, stating that not wearing his ring doesn’t always signal divorce. Several netizens argued that many men don’t always wear their rings. Some such comments read,
“Most men don’t wear the ring and they are still with their wives”.
“I don’t always wear my ring, doesn’t mean I’ve separated”.
“A lot of man don’t wear their wedding ring”.
As Eric Johnson and Jessica Simpson’s relationship continues to spark speculation, fans remain divided on the meaning behind their recent behavior. Only time will tell if these rumors are true or if the couple can reconcile.