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Jessica Simpson and her husband Eric Johnson are facing intense speculation about the state of their nearly decade-long marriage, with reports suggesting that it may be “only a matter of time” before the couple decides to part ways. Simpson, the pop star and business mogul, married former NFL player Eric Johnson in 2014, and the pair share three children: daughters Maxwell and Birdie and son Ace.
According to reports from the Daily Mail, the marriage has been under public scrutiny in recent months, as followers have noticed small but telling signs on Simpson’s social media. She’s posted several photos where she isn’t wearing her engagement ring, sparking discussions about her marital status. Adding to the speculation, Simpson has not posted a photo of Johnson on her Instagram page since April, and she noticeably did not post a birthday tribute for him last month.
Rumors took a more serious turn after US Weekly shared an insider’s claim, saying, “It’s pretty much over. It’s only a matter of time before she files for divorce.” Though this source hasn’t been confirmed by Simpson or Johnson, it has stirred more speculation about potential trouble in their relationship.
Simpson and Johnson were last seen together in public in June, when they both attended their daughter Birdie’s kindergarten graduation, as reported by Daily Mail. Observers noted that Simpson again was not wearing her wedding ring. The pop star was later spotted without it on a solo outing in Los Angeles earlier this month, fueling more divorce rumors.
Another key moment that raised eyebrows came on Johnson’s 45th birthday on September 15. Unlike in previous years, Simpson didn’t post any public messages or images celebrating the occasion. Last year, she had posted a heartfelt tribute to Johnson for his birthday, calling him a loving and supportive partner. However, this year, her Instagram page was noticeably quiet on that front.
Instead, Simpson cryptically reposted a clip featuring Pastor Timothy Timberlake discussing themes of forgiveness. This post, reported by US Weekly, only added to the swirling questions about potential marital challenges. With their relationship in the public eye, Simpson and Johnson have previously shared loving messages and moments online, giving fans an inside look into their bond and their life together.
Simpson has often spoken about her journey with Johnson, including their experiences as parents to three young children. This absence of typical anniversary or birthday celebrations from Simpson, combined with the sporadic absence of her wedding ring, has left fans and media sources wondering if their relationship has hit a rough patch.
While neither Simpson nor Johnson has publicly addressed the rumors, the absence of recent photos of them together and the cryptic messages on social media are fueling further speculation. Some insiders believe the couple may simply be going through private time, while others worry that there could be truth to the reports of a possible separation.
Until they confirm or deny these rumors, fans are left to wonder what may lie ahead for Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson, whose partnership has been admired by many for its apparent strength over the years.
