Jessica Simpson’s full name is Jessica Ann Simpson. Alongside being an American singer, she is also an actress and a businesswoman. She used to perform in church choirs as a child and then released various hit albums with rolling time. Her album “Irresistible” gave her a second top 20 “Billboard Hot 100” entry.

The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) certified the “Irresistible” album to be “gold.” Jessica Simpson has had a successful career and made millions through her singing and other sources of income. Here we will discuss her career, early life, and how she spends her fortune. 

Jessica Simpson’s key facts 

● Jessica Simpson’s monthly income is estimated to be around 3 million USD as of 2022. 

● Jessica Simpson’s net worth of about 260 million USD as of 2022.

● Jessica Simpson owns over ten real estate properties, one luxury watch, and six cars. 

Parents: Father, Joe Truett Simpson, and mother, Tina Ann Drew 

Siblings: Ashlee Simpson Religion Christian Nationality American

Jessica Ann Simpson, also known as Jessica Simpson, was born on July 10, 1980, in Abilene, Texas, US. Jessica’s father’s name is Joe Truett Simpson. He was an American film producer. Though right now, he is a motivational speaker and a successful author.

Jessica’s mother, Tina Ann Drew, is an American entrepreneur. Tina Simpson, along with her daughter Jessica Simpson co-founded The Jessica Simpson Collection in the year 2005. The company hit 1 billion USD a decade later from its foundation date. She also had a successful career and got featured in some reality shows and TV series like “Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica,” “Ashlee+Evan,” and “The Ashlee Simpson Show.” 

Jessica’s parents got divorced in the year 2013. According to Simpson, she grew up in Dallas and Waco, but her parents moved to McGregor, Texas. They also have another daughter who is Jessica’s younger sister. Her name is Ashlee Simpson. She is also an actress and a singer who started her career as a backup dancer for Jessica Simpson. 

At age 15, Ashlee also did a television commercial and later got a role in a family drama named “7th Heaven”. 

Jessica Simpson’s Career 

Jessica did her initial schooling at Amelia Middle School, and after moving to Texas, she attended J.J.Pierce High School. Later on, she did distance learning at Texas Tech High School and earned her GED. But she dropped out in 1997 because her career had already started to take off.

As a child, she used to sing in the church choir. While at a church retreat, Jessica dreamed of being successful as a singer when she was 11 years old. 

Music Career 

When Jessica was 12, she gave an audition for “The Mickey Mouse Club.” She cleared multiple rounds and reached the semi-final stage. Jessica again started singing at church and eventually got discovered by the head of a Christian Music Label. He asked Jessica for an audition, and she got immediately signed after her performance.

She started working on her debut album along with Proclaim Records. She also started touring for the project’s promotion. But her debut album named “Jessica” remained unreleased. It was because Proclaim Records went bankrupt. Despite that, Jessica’s grandmother personally funded for limited pressing of the album. 

Later she was sent to many other producers and music labels. And one day, finally, she managed to grab the attention of Tommy Mottola. Tommy was the head of Columbia Records. She then started working on her debut album in Orlando, Florida, with Tommy in 1998. While working, Jessica assigned her father, Joe as her manager. While promoting the record, Tommy wanted Jessica to take up an “anti-sex appeal” image. 

‘I Wanna Love You Forever”, released on September 28, 1999, was her single debut. It was distinguished from other successful singers like Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears. Tommy believed that such an image could make Jessica more relatable to her audience. Therefore according to Tommy’s decision, Simpson proposed that she remain abstinent till marriage. 

This single was successful in many areas, and most specifically, the song reached number 3 on the “Billboard Hot 100” chart. The Recording Industry Association of America(RIAA) gave this song a platinum certification as this song made sales of more than 1 million copies in the United States. The album was also a success in many other European countries. 

On November 23, 1999, her debut studio album was released. It was named “Sweet Kisses.” During the first week of its release, it sold about 65000 copies and debuted at number 65 on the “Billboard 200”. Then her second single, “Where You Are,” was released in 2000. Nick Lachey, Simpson’s boyfriend, appeared on this track. Her third and final single, “I Think I’m in Love With You,” released in 2000, was also successful. 

The album “Sweet Kisses” later touched new heights by reaching number 25 on Billboard 200 in August 2000. It also earned a double platinum certificate from RIAA. 

In 2000, Simpson went on the “Heat it Up Tour” with her boyfriend’s band, 98 Degrees, to promote “Sweet Kisses.” 

Simpson then released her second studio album, “Irresistible,” which got mixed reactions from her audience due to the sexual themes it had. Still, it became her second top 20 hit on the “Billboard Hot 100” chart. It also sold about 127000 copies in the first week of its release in the United States.

She went on a few other tours, like the “Total Request Live Tour” (2001), and performed alongside many other artists like Nelly and Destiny’s Child. 

She also planned another tour named “DreamChaser Tour,” for which she hired backup dancers and choreographed them for her performances. But the time got canceled due to the September 11 attacks. 

Her other albums include “Sweetest Sin,” “In This Skin,” and “With You,” released in 2003, and there were more. 

In 2004 she released successful albums like “Take My Breath Away” and “Angels.” 

Jessica Simpson’s Other Incomes 

Other than being a successful singer, Jessica also got into movies. Few of her fortune was earned through acting as she worked in film and TV shows like “The Dukes of Hazzard,” “Employee of the Month,” “Blonde Ambition,” “The 70s Show”, “The Price of Beauty,” “Fashion Star” and many more. 

She is also a successful businesswoman. By the age of 34, she managed to make a billion-dollar fashion brand named “The Jessica Simpson Collection.” The brand was launched in 2005 in collaboration with Vince Camuto, the founder of Nine West. The brand offers clothing items and some other items for women and juniors. The other items include accessories, luggage, perfumes, and shoes. 

Her incomes include Spotify Earnings, Apple Music Earnings, Music Royalties, and other investments. 

Jessica Simpson’s Personal Life 

Jessica and Nick announced their engagement in 2002 o February. And then, they got married on October 26 in Austin, Texas. They separated as Jessica focused more on her career, but gradually they got along again. Nick was her boyfriend during her career’s early stages. 

Then after four years of their marriage, she filed for divorce in December 2005. They also gave a joint statement about it, and the divorce was mutual. 

Simpson had her name linked with Tony Romo and also John Mayer before she came across her present husband, Eric Johnson. Eric is an NFL player. On November 2010,

they announced their engagement and got married in the year 2014. Jessica has three children with Eric. 

Jessica Simpson’s Net Worth 

Jessica Simpson’s net worth as of 2022 is about 260 million USD.

Jessica Simpson has earned a tremendous fortune through her hard work. Most of them came from her shows, acting, and business. She has about six luxury cars and more than ten luxury properties. She also has a luxury yacht. Jessica currently lives in her $11.5million stunning mansion, located in the Hidden Hills neighborhood in Los Angeles, with her spouse Eric Johnson. 

Jessica Simpson’s Cars 

Jessica owns a luxury yacht and more than six cars to decorate her garage. So let’s see the cars she owns : 

● BMW 6 Series- $57,000 

● Mercedes CLS Class- $72,000 

● Audi Q7- $55,800 

● Range Rover Vogue- $118,000 

● Mercedes-Benz ML 350 Class- $50,000 

● Lamborghini Aventador-$1,000,000 

● Bugatti Veron-$2,000,000 

Jessica Simpson’s Net Worth Growth

Jessica has always been open about addressing her flaws. And that’s what made her fans love her. She worked hard in every aspect and got successful in all the fields she worked in. In her midlife, her parent’s divorce altered her a bit, but that wasn’t a significant problem for her. Her relationship with her father went through a challenging phase, so she removed her father from her manager’s post. 

Though now, they are again close to each other. Jessica has always been an inspiration for her fans as she never let her personal life affect her career, and she went on pleasing her audience with her singing and acting. She has contributed hugely to the American music industry and the world. 

Frequently asked questions 

What is Jessica Simpson’s net worth? 

● Jessica Simpson’s net worth is approximately $260 million. 

Is Jessica Simpson Married? 

● Jessica Simpson is currently married to NFL player Eric Johnson.