Jessica Simpson is proving that transformation is possible both personally and professionally. Following her separation from Eric Johnson after a decade-long marriage, Jessica is focusing on her music comeback with the release of her new EP Nashville Canyon, Pt. 1, and a long-awaited return to the stage during a high-profile TV appearance. Despite nerves from not performing live for 15 years, Jessica captivated the audience with her powerful vocals and received warm support from her children and her longtime guitarist, Stanton Edward.
Meanwhile, news of her split revealed that Jessica and Eric's lives remain intertwined for their three children, with both committed to coparenting. As she finds her footing again, Jessica is embracing this new chapter with a renewed sense of self, creativity and confidence, proving that she's ready for whatever comes next.
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