A source later told PEOPLE that Simpson and Johnson had been leading separate lives, adding to speculation that their relationship was struggling. The couple, who married in July 2014, share three children: daughters Maxwell “Maxi” Drew, 12, and Birdie Mae, 5, and son Ace Knute, 11. They first met in 2010 through a mutual friend, got engaged after six months of dating, and welcomed their first two children before tying the knot in a beautiful ceremony in Montecito, California, with over 250 guests.
Throughout their marriage, Simpson often spoke about their strong connection and how Johnson embraced her career. In a 2023 interview with PEOPLE, she credited Johnson for helping her love passionately and without fear of being hurt. She also opened up about her insecurities, revealing that she had always thought she was “too much” for people, but Johnson’s understanding of her heart made her feel loved and appreciated.