Jessica Simpson’s marriage in crisis as Eric Johnson’s ‘overly flirtatious’ behavior strains relationship

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE: All is seemingly not right between Jessica Simpson and her husband of ten years, Eric Johnson. 

The 44-year-old songbird’s pals fear that her marriage with Eric is on the rocks, and the former NFL star is partly responsible for it, per Perez Hilton.

Moreover, another source also shared with TMZ that several of the ‘Employee of the Month’ star’s friends have been reaching out to Los Angeles-based divorce lawyers. Nevertheless, the star has not yet met the lawyers in person.

Jessica Simpson’s husband reportedly becomes ‘overly flirtatious’ when drunk

The rumors of marital strife were also fueled by Jessica Simpson, after she posted a cryptic post on her Instagram, celebrating the unearthing of her “singular magic.” 

A source close to the ‘Blonde Ambition’ star recently spoke to ET, while giving an insight on the alleged state of affairs between the married couple. 

Speaking to the outlet, the source suggested that Eric has been causing trouble, as they said, “[There have been] rumors and rumblings about Eric being overly flirtatious during their relationship — especially when he drinks.”

Now, alcohol has been a constant in their relationship, with the ‘Irresistible’ singer herself struggling with alcohol addiction in the late 2010s. 

The outlet suggested that while Simpson is celebrating the seventh year of her sobriety, she would expect her husband to follow the same lifestyle. However, Eric’s reported drama might act as a dampener in the relationship if he allegedly crosses the line in social gatherings. 

As for Simpson, the source dished that it is increasingly becoming difficult for her to “navigate their marital issues on top of trying to take care of herself and family.” The couple, who tied the knot in 2014, shares three children, namely, Maxwell “Maxi” Drew, 12, Ace Knute, 11, and Birdie Mae, five.

Amid all the speculations, the ‘With You’ singer’s latest post further fueled the marital discord rumor. 

Taking to her Instagram on Tuesday, November 12, Simpson wrote, “Interviews in my Nashville music room where I unearthed my singular magic,” leading many fans to speculate an imminent split.

She continued in her cryptic post, “This comeback is personal, it’s an apology to myself for putting up with everything I did not deserve 🎶 🎼 🤍🖤.”

The entertainer added a carousel of her pictures, dressed glamorously and reclining on a sofa. 

Moreover, Eric has been missing from her Instagram posts as well for quite a few months. The ‘With You’ singer last posted a photo with her entire family in April 2024 and refrained from posting on her husband’s birthday in September, leading many fans to think the worst.

Many hawk-eyed fans even noticed that her wedding ring is missing in her recent pictures, as well. 

Jessica Simpson's sister Ashlee Simpson has cryptic take on the matter

Nevertheless, her sister Ashlee Simpson had an even more puzzling take on the divorce rumors when she was asked about the marriage of the ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ star. 

When Ashlee was out in a walk with her husband Evan Ross, TMZ asked, "Is it true? Do you know?"

The songstress only gave a short reply and said, “No,” before walking away.