Jessica Simpson and her estranged husband Eric Johnson remain living together in their Hidden Hills, California, family home nearly two years after announcing their separation. The couple, who have three children, have chosen to stay under the same roof to maintain stability while prioritizing their co-parenting relationship.
A source revealed that Simpson, 45, and Johnson, 46, are working through the logistics of selling their home, stating they want to
“figure out the best path forward”
amid their separation. Despite no longer being together romantically, they share a commitment to co-parent their children amicably and keep disruptions minimal.
How the Family Home and Co-Parenting Arrangements Are Managed
The couple’s Hidden Hills residence has been listed for sale multiple times since their split, first appearing on the market for $17.9 million days before their official announcement in January 2025. Since then, the property has been on and off the market, most recently removed from listing in early January 2026. The source confirmed,
“He’s been living there, but they’re working on selling the house,”
emphasizing their shared goal to
“keep everything as stable and as friendly for the kids as possible.”
Though there have been rumors about Johnson moving into a nearby home, it has been clarified that he has not yet relocated, but that is their intended plan. Meanwhile, Simpson is concentrating on her children and career, focusing on her music and getting back into work, according to the source.
Details About the Hidden Hills Property
The residence, which Simpson and Johnson have called home since 2013, spans approximately 11,000 square feet, featuring six bedrooms and 10 bathrooms. The estate offers multiple amenities including a four-car garage, a large pool with an adjacent shallow pool, a hot tub, an outdoor shower, and a BBQ island, making it a substantial family home.
Before its January 2025 listing, the house was briefly put on the market in September 2023 with an earlier asking price of $22 million but was taken off the market in August 2024. The property had been the family’s base throughout their decade-long marriage, where they raised daughters Maxwell “Maxi” Drew, 13, Birdie Mae, 7, and son Ace Knute, 12 this month.
Jessica Simpson on the Separation and Family Priorities
Following the couple’s split announcement, Simpson described the situation as difficult, emphasizing the importance of their children during this transition. She stated,
“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. We are grateful for all of the love and support that has been coming our way, and appreciate privacy right now as we work through this as a family.”
Months later, Simpson opened up about embracing single life while managing motherhood in an interview from October 2025. She shared,
“I feel like we get caught up in numbers. Like, ‘Oh, at 45, would I think that I would be single again as a mom of three?’ Absolutely not. That was not how I planned it. But it’s just a part of what destiny holds for me.”
Maintaining Amicable Relations for the Sake of Their Children
Despite their separation, Simpson and Johnson continue to cooperate for the benefit of their family. They spent Thanksgiving together last year, underscoring their ongoing commitment to putting their children’s needs first. Simpson expressed to TMZ that family will “always come first” for her, highlighting the respectful and cooperative dynamic they have sustained.
