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5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Fans Defend Jessica Simpson After TV Appearance Criticism
Fans are sharing their concerns for Jessica Simpson after seeing her on a recent talk show appearance. On Wednesday, Jessica stopped by Jenna & Friends on the Today Show to discuss her forthcoming album Nashville Canyon, Part 2 — her first studio album in 15 years. She also gave fans a tease of what they can expect while performing new songs like "Blame Me" and "Fade." Several clips from the interview were shared on the official Jenna & Friends social media accounts, with a few of them going viral for, unfortunately, all of the wrong reasons. In one video, the '90s/'00s pop star revealed the original sound for her album changed while going through her separation from her estranged husband Eric Johnson. The two called it quits after 10 years. They share three children together — two daughters, Maxwell "Maxi" Drew and Birdie Mae, and one son, Ace Knute. Jessica Simpson was tagged as a collaborator on the Jenna & Friends clips, which means the posts would also show up on Jessica's feed, and all of the comments would be shared as well. While opening up about it, people claimed they noticed Jessic "slurring" her words and sounding "like Jennifer Coolidge." And it didn't take long for people to go after her physical appearance, accusing her of getting "too much" work done to her face, and going "overboard" with filler and botox. And despite Jessica celebrating seven years sober on Nov. 1, 2024, some commentators accused the singer of being under the influence, which they believed was the cause of her acting "different" on the show. She has been very open about her sobriety journey and the work she's put in to get healthy: "There is so much stigma around the word alcoholism or the label of an alcoholic," Jessica wrote on Instagram in 2021 after celebrating four years clean. "The real work that needed to be done in my life was to actually accept failure, pain, brokenness, and self-sabotage. The drinking wasn't the issue. I was." So, I can only imagine how damaging it might be to see harsh conclusions and statements accusing her of substance abuse. Many fans felt the same way, and rushed to defend Jessica from the hate and negativity she was receiving: I appreciate the people who stood up for her because anyone going through a healing journey, no matter what it is, knows that it's a one-day-at-a-time battle, meaning it's something they're intentionally working on every day. And I'm sure it would be hurtful to look to the comments thinking you're going to see fans talking about everything you had to say about your new music, only to find out your appearance and speech are the main topic of discussion. Living in the public eye can't be easy, and she's been doing it since she was super young, so I wish people would learn to extend more grace to these individuals. Celebrity or not, she's still a human with feelings. At the end of the day, this is THE Jessica Simpson we're talking about — an icon of her time — so let's put some respect on her name! I truly find it odd when people go out of their way to make disgusting comments about people for the world to see. Unless you're talking about a serial killer or something, I don't see any reason why someone would want to share negativity as a way to make themselves feel better about themselves.
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Jessica Simpson addresses malfunction during live Today Show comeback performance
Jessica Simpson returned to live performance on the Today Show, addressing an earpiece malfunction during her comeback. The multi-platinum artist performed in Rockefeller Center on July 23, showcasing songs from her album Nashville Canyon, released in March. 'It's insane because I've had a malfunction here and everywhere – but it's OK,' Simpson said during a post-show interview, pointing to her earpiece. She also joked, 'I think my boobs stayed in, so that's good!' Simpson performed new songs including 'Use My Heart Against Me' and 'Blame Me', and revisited her 2005 cover of 'These Boots Are Made For Walking'. The performance marked her return with new music following her 2009 album Happy Christmas. Speaking on the Today Show, Simpson shared that she created her new music after her world was 'flipped upside down'. In January, she announced her separation from husband Eric Johnson after nearly ten years of marriage. The couple share three children, Maxwell 'Maxi' Drew, Ace Knute and Birdie Mae, who attended her performance. 'They know me singing Christmas songs, but they have never seen me on the stage,' Simpson explained. 'So I was like, 'Let me get New York out of the way and then y'all can come.'' Simpson described her children as her 'biggest supporters' as she returned to using her voice in a 'whole different way'. The Today Show performance marked a significant moment in Simpson's return to live music, highlighting a new chapter in her career.
Economic Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
'I Was Dying': Jessica Simpson after her ‘disastrous' American Idol comeback
IANS Jessica Simpson breaks down her 'I was dying' moment after a shaky yet bold American Idol comeback, facing nerves, backlash, and a brand-new musical chapter after 15 years off live TV Jessica Simpson's emotional return to live television wasn't just a long-awaited moment for fans but was a business decision with significant brand implications. Her performance on the Season 23 finale of American Idol marked her first live TV appearance in 15 years.'I was dying,' Simpson told Extra the next day. 'I can't even tell you how long it's been since I've been that nervous.' Despite the glitz and fanfare of her return, social media quickly erupted with mixed reactions, many calling the performance a 'train wreck.' Some viewers pointed to her vocals as shaky, others slammed the set as underwhelming. Also Read:A historic victory for Jamal Roberts, the 2025 American Idol Champion His performance included a duet with former American Idol contestant Josh King of her 2005 hit reinterpretation of Nancy Sinatra's 'These Boots Are Made for Walking,' followed by her new single, 'Blame Me.' 'Like, I had to put hairspray on my feet to stand still,' Simpson said, revealing just how intense the moment felt. 'My feet were sweating. I'm like, 'My feet don't sweat.'''I just kept telling myself, 'Do not cry. Do not cry. I know this is a big moment … do not cry,'' she recalled. 'And then I see my dad [Joe Simpson], like, up in the corner and I'm like, 'Ah, I'm going to cry. I'm going to cry. Do not cry. Just sing your songs.'Reports surfaced in January that Simpson's divorce from husband Eric Johnson was the emotional catalyst behind her return to songwriting and performing. A source told Page Six, 'Jessica has been working on new music for a while, but with everything going on now, she feels it's the perfect time to go full force with it.' With plans for her first album in 15 years, Simpson is leveraging her public narrative as a core component of her brand strategy. The backlash was swift. 'She was horrible. Never has been a good singer. What a train wreck,' one user commented on YouTube. Another added, 'It's a no from me, dawg. This is not a comeback.'Still, others came to her defense. 'She did great and she looks beautiful,' wrote one supporter. Another said Simpson 'was having a damn good time' and that they 'enjoyed seeing her up there.'Despite the mixed reactions her American Idol return generated headlines and sparked social media chatter.
New York Post
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Jessica Simpson makes heartbreaking admission about her skewered ‘American Idol' set: ‘Do not cry'
These lips were made for singing — and that's just what she'll do. Jessica Simpson marked her first live television performance in 15 years during the 'American Idol' Season 23 finale on Sunday. The artist, 44, opened up about how she felt after singing her 2005 version of Nancy Sinatra's 'These Boots Are Made for Walking' alongside former 'Idol' contestant Josh King. Simpson also performed her new tune 'Blame Me.' 8 Jessica Simpson on 'American Idol.' Disney via Getty Images 'Oh, my God, I was dying,' the actress confessed to EXTRA. 'I can't even tell you how long it's been since I've been that nervous. Like, I had to put hairspray on my feet to stand still, like, not that it actually keeps me put, but, like, my feet were sweating. I'm like, my feet don't sweat.' During the performance, Simpson had to remind herself to keep her emotions in check. 'I just kept telling myself, 'Do not cry. Do not cry. I know this is a big moment… do not cry,'' she recalled. 'And then I see my dad, like, up in the corner and I'm like, 'Ah, I'm going to cry. I'm going to cry. Do not cry. Just sing your songs. Just sing your songs.'' 8 Jessica Simpson and Josh King perform on 'American Idol.' Disney via Getty Images 8 Jessica Simpson performs on 'American Idol.' Disney via Getty Images The fashion designer acknowledged that 15 years since her last TV performance is 'a really long time.' 'The last time was a Christmas song, so that's easy,' Simpson said. 'So, this is my new EP 'Nashville Canyon' part one, I mean, part two comes in the summer, but it is so much a part of my soul, and so to sing a song off of that I felt naked, to be honest, like, it was very bare and raw and very vulnerable.' The 'Leave' singer split from her estranged husband, Eric Johnson, after 10 years of marriage in January. Their three kids — Maxwell, 13, Ace, 11, and Birdie, 5 — were there to cheer her on on Sunday night. 8 Jessica Simpson rehearsing for 'American Idol.' jessicasimpson/Instagram 'I had my kids FaceTiming everybody to tell me I did a good job,' Simpson shared. 'And I haven't gotten to talk to them yet, but I'm so excited to talk to them because they've never seen me sing live like that.' Touching on creating 'Nashville Canyon,' the star explained: 'It was really like I made a Spotify playlist of just music that I like, and it was not really any of the music that I've done before, because for me that was what people told me to do.' 'And I wanted to do something I was going to tell myself that I needed to do and felt right within my soul, so this playlist I would take into with songwriters and we'd sit there and they'd pick a song from the playlist and we'd kind of like vibe off of it,' Simpson added. 'But it's all very, like, vintage sounds I perform. I recorded live with a band, and I'll never do it another way again. I'll never just have a track in my headphones, I will always have, like, a band. I think I was meant to always be in a band.' 8 Jessica Simpson at the 'American Idol' finale. Disney via Getty Images Despite Simpson's return to music, some 'American Idol' viewers weren't thrilled with her performance. 'Jessica Simpson was an absolute train wreck on American Idol tonight!!' one viewer wrote on X after the show. 'Now Jessica Simpson is struggling and fighting for her life singing her biggest hit 'these boots were made for walking,'' another social media user said. One fan went as far as to post a picture of judge Luke Bryan and wrote, 'Luke's face during that Jessica Simpson performance is the epitome of cringe.' 8 Jessica Simpson and War and Treaty. Disney via Getty Images Beneath a YouTube video, one person quoted former 'American Idol' judge Randy Jackson, writing, 'Um. It's a no from me Dawg… this is not a comeback.' Despite the hiccup, the 'Dukes of Hazzard' actress is also dipping her toes back into the acting world. She recently filmed an episode of Ryan Murphy's latest series 'All's Fair,' which follows a group of female divorce lawyers. 8 Jessica Simpson performs at the 'American Idol' finale. Disney via Getty Images 8 Jessica Simpson. Disney via Getty Images The star-studded cast also includes Glenn Close, Teyana Taylor, Kim Kardashian, Niecy Nash-Betts, Naomi Watts and Sarah Paulson. 'I did an episode of 'All's Fair,' and what a show! I mean, great cast. It is so fun,' she told the outlet. 'I didn't want it to end, like, I was so grateful that Ryan Murphy thought of me.' Murphy's 'people called my people,' according to Simpson. 'Also, like, I'm friends with Kim. I don't know if it was her idea at all, but definitely, I was glad she was on set and we had scenes together,' she continued. 'Yeah it was amazing. I mean, Naomi Watts, like, we all had a blast, and the director, Anthony Hemingway, he made me feel so comfortable being crazy — because my role is very crazy.'
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jessica Simpson Makes a Stunning Return With First TV Performance in 15 Years
After stepping away from music for more than a decade, 44, made her comeback to music with the release of her album Nashville Canyon: Part 1 in March. She reached another music milestone on Sunday, May 18, when she took the stage to perform on TV for the first time in 15 years as she helped celebrate the season finale of American Idol, which crowned the latest winner. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Simpson sang her new song "Blame Me" before she was joined on stage by former American Idol contestant Josh King who performed the song "These Boots Were Made for Walkin'" with her. View this post on Instagram A post shared by American Idol (@americanidol) When American Idol shared footage of the performance on the show's official Instagram post, fans showed up to cheer Simpson on. "Honestly she's never sounded better," one commenter wrote. Another fan added, "Wow, I never knew she sounded so good live. She's still got it and back on stage better than ever." Even King commented on the post, mentioning just how grateful he was to have shared the stage with Simpson. "It was an absolute honor to perform with Jessica!!!" he wrote. It's been a big year for Simpson. Before the release of her new EP, she confirmed her separation from husband Eric Johnson, with whom she shares kids Maxwell, Ace, and Birdie. Her next EP, Nashville Canyon: Part 2, is expected to arrive soon.
