Jessica Simpson, aged forty-four, attended the 2025 Women Who Rock Benefit Concert in Pittsburgh on Friday, where she both performed and appeared on the red carpet. In doing so, she elected to wear a striking ensemble consisting of a gold dress patterned with mixed animal prints, accompanied by a voluminous ruffled shawl bearing what appeared to be camouflage-inspired trimming, and complemented by black military-style boots. The outfit, which prominently accentuated her recent weight loss, attracted significant public attention and commentary. Despite the unconventional fashion choices, Ms. Simpson appeared in high spirits and subsequently delivered a spirited performance. This public appearance occurred only days after a reported encounter with her estranged spouse, Eric Johnson, when the two traveled together to Las Vegas to attend a performance by her sister, Ashlee Simpson.
Jessica Simpson, known for her role in The Dukes of Hazzard, was observed attending her sister Ashlee Simpson’s performance at Club Voltaire within the Venetian Resort, Las Vegas. While present in the audience, she was accompanied by her estranged spouse, Eric Johnson, aged forty-five, with whom she publicly announced a separation in January. Fan-recorded videos showed Ms. Simpson and Mr. Johnson situated toward the rear of the venue in the company of friends, only days after they were reportedly seen engaging in what appeared to be a tense exchange during a commercial flight from Burbank to Las Vegas. Their three minor children were not present.
Footage further depicted Ms. Simpson conversing with an older woman while Mr. Johnson engaged separately in discussion with another individual, although Mr. Johnson was subsequently seen following Ms. Simpson as she moved through the audience. Additional clips reflected moments where the parties appeared physically distant yet later displayed ease in one another’s presence once Ashlee Simpson commenced her performance.
During the concert, Ashlee Simpson’s husband, Evan Ross, joined her onstage. At that time, Ms. Simpson stood near her mother, Tina Simpson, while Mr. Johnson was observed nearby, identifiable by his Georgia Tech cap.
This joint appearance has prompted renewed public speculation regarding the potential reconciliation of Ms. Simpson and Mr. Johnson, seven months subsequent to their separation. Although they have been photographed in public with their children — Maxwell (age twelve), Ace (age eleven), and Birdie (age five) — since January, this constitutes the first documented instance of the estranged spouses appearing together in a social setting absent their children.
Following the separation, Ms. Simpson publicly described herself as ‘very single’ and addressed themes of infidelity in her musical release Leave. In subsequent interviews, she stated that while she is not prepared to participate in online dating applications, she remains open to the prospect of personal introductions facilitated by friends. The recent events in Las Vegas, however, indicate that residual personal connections may continue to exist between Ms. Simpson and Mr. Johnson.#newsafro_
