BREAKING: Jessica Simpson reunited with estranged husband Eric Johnson for Thanksgiving, marking their first holiday together since their split 10 months ago. The actress was seen at LAX airport on Friday, where she confirmed the family gathering to TMZ, stating, “We were all together yesterday, over at my mom’s.”
When pressed about Eric’s presence, Simpson emphasized, “Of course! That’s my kids’ father,” adding, “Family first.” This heartwarming reunion comes just in time for the holiday season, highlighting the couple’s commitment to their children amidst personal challenges.
Simpson, 45, and retired NFL star Johnson, 46, ended their decade-long marriage in January 2023, citing “trust issues” that drove a wedge between them. Simpson expressed in a statement to People, “Eric and I have been living separately navigating a painful situation in our marriage. Our children come first, and we are focusing on what is best for them.”
Despite their reconciliation for the family holiday, Simpson has hinted at a new beginning. “I think I’m into younger men at the moment,” she told Extra during the “All’s Fair” premiere in Los Angeles last month. “When you’re newly separated… I feel like younger guys kinda like the confidence of an older woman, I’m discovering. I am having fun!”
This reunion is not an isolated case among celebrities prioritizing family. Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, despite their 2015 split, reportedly celebrated Thanksgiving together at Garner’s home in Los Angeles with their three children. Similarly, “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kandi Burruss and Todd Tucker also reunited after announcing their divorce earlier this month, underscoring a trend of putting children first during the holidays.
As the holiday spirit unfolds, all eyes are on Simpson and Johnson’s evolving relationship. Fans are eager to see if this Thanksgiving marks a turning point for the couple or if they will continue to navigate their future separately.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story as it unfolds.
