Jessica Simpson has reportedly rediscovered a vital part of herself that she felt was lost during her decade-long marriage to former NFL player Eric Johnson.
A source exclusively told Us Weekly that the Take My Breath Away singer, who endured what was described as a “painful” relationship, has found “a new sense of confidence and is coming back into her own.”
According to the insider, the 45-year-old has been thriving since the couple decided to go their separate ways. “She’s a different person since she’s been out of the relationship,” the source said, noting that Simpson appears happier and more self-assured.
Reports suggest that the marriage faced ongoing “trust and communication issues” that only grew more significant over time. The difficulties, the insider revealed, left Jessica Simpson feeling weighed down. “It was holding her down,” the source explained, adding that the unhappiness in the relationship became increasingly difficult to ignore.
Simpson, known for her fashion empire The Jessica Simpson Collection and reality TV success, allegedly realized she had been “holding the marriage together” largely for the sake of the couple’s children. She shares three kids with Johnson: daughter Maxwell, born in 2012; son Ace, born in 2013; and daughter Birdie, born in 2019.
While Simpson’s focus on family kept her committed for years, the split has reportedly brought her a liberating sense of freedom. The source described her post-divorce life as one filled with independence and renewed self-belief. “It’s been life-changing for her,” they added.
For those unfamiliar with their relationship timeline, Simpson and Johnson began dating in May 2010 and were engaged just six months later in November of that year. They married in July 2014 and built a family together, but behind the scenes, the marriage was reportedly strained.
Friends and insiders say that the changes in Simpson since the separation have been striking. She has been focusing on her career, her children, and her personal growth, channeling her energy into both her business ventures and her well-being.
While the marriage’s end marks the close of a significant chapter in her life, those close to Simpson believe it has also opened the door to a healthier and more fulfilling future. As the source summed it up, “She’s coming back into her own,” a sentiment that suggests Simpson’s post-divorce journey is one of empowerment rather than loss.