Jessica Simpson just dropped a rare holiday photo of her three children — and the internet is buzzing not just because the kids look adorable, but because the picture marks a new emotional chapter for the star as she steps into her first Christmas season since separating from Eric Johnson.
The singer, now 45, has been quietly rebuilding her life, leaning heavily on family and stability after announcing her split from Eric back in January. And this new festive snapshot — posted on December 24 — feels like her way of telling the world that joy still lives in her home, even as everything else shifts around her.
Maxwell, 13, Ace, 12, and little Birdie, 6, appear in the photo glowing with holiday excitement. Ace and Maxwell playfully rest their arms on Birdie’s head, while she beams with the kind of smile only December magic can bring. The trio helped Jessica prepare the house for the season, and she proudly showed off the moment with a heartfelt caption celebrating love, hope, and “pure JOY.”
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But make no mistake — this post landed during a very symbolic time. Just a week earlier, Jessica revealed she celebrated Thanksgiving with her ex-husband, keeping their commitment to being a united front for their children. She even confirmed that Eric had a place at the table in her mother Tina’s home. Her message? No bitterness, no drama — only respect.
“It’s my kids’ father. Family first,” she told TMZ. “No matter what, your kid is half the other person. Unconditional love is important.”
This blended-holiday approach comes after Jessica openly admitted she never expected to find herself single at 45. Speaking to People, she confessed that life didn’t follow the script she once imagined — but she’s learning to embrace the path destiny chose for her.
Her Christmas post feels like a quiet declaration: she may be starting over, but she’s not starting alone. Her kids are her anchor, her joy… and her reason to keep moving forward.
And judging by this latest photo, the new chapter might be more hopeful — and more beautiful — than anyone expected.
