Jessica Simpson Issues Bold Statements on Dating and Self-Confidenceoriginally appeared onParade. Jessica Simpsonis back in the spotlight with her music comeback, as she promotes her first album in 15 years,Nashville Canyon, Part 1. The new album came out in March, just months after announcing herseparation from husbandEric Johnson, whom she had been married to for 10 years and with whom she shares three children:Maxwell, 13;Ace, 12; andBirdie, 6. Simpson also recently expressed her willingness to return to the dating sceneduring a chat withJenna Bush Hager. The 45-year-old mom of three responded to Hager's question about dating by saying, "Yes, I'm single—very into it. I'm ready!" In that interview, Simpson acknowledged that "everyone" has opinions and shared that she just doesn't care. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Most recently, Simpson made headlines after a report that she may havehad an accidentduring her recentTodayappearance, where she performed a medley of hits. Neither Simpson nor anyone from her camp has confirmed this to be true. With all the recent attention comes opinions, and there are plenty. However, it seems the "Irresistible" singer has found herself again after a massive case of nerves during her performance earlier this year onAmerican Idol, her first TV performance in 15 years, whichhad her questioning whether she's still got it. On Sunday, July 27, the singer and actress shared a carousel of photos on Instagram that were taken on the same day as herTodayperformance. The only thing bolder than her bright floral maxi dress is the caption she shared. She captioned the photo, "The only validation we need is the kind we give ourselves." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jessica Simpson (@jessicasimpson) Simpson's fans came through with plenty of support with one writing, "Perfection as always. Love you sooo much." Another wrote, "We love and adore you so so much, Jessica!! You're a beautiful inside and out queen!!" "You slayed all the looks and the performance!" a third shared. Someone else chimed in, "These looks! But that floral dress😍." "Message on point," a fifth commenter wrote. Related: Jessica Simpson Debuts 'Stunning' Hair Transformation in Sheer Gown With Risqué Cutouts: '45 Never Looked So Good' Jessica Simpson Issues Bold Statements on Dating and Self-Confidencefirst appeared on Parade on Jul 27, 2025 This story was originally reported byParadeon Jul 27, 2025, where it first appeared.