Ashlee Simpson, the edgier younger sister of pop princess, Jessica Simpson, achieved stardom in her own right during the early 2000s. But the punk rock singer and actress slowly disappeared from the spotlight after reaching her peak back in 2008. So what has Ashlee been up to since then?
Before she pursued a solo career, she got her start with a little help from her sister. She made regular appearances on her sister's reality show, Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica. She starred in her own spinoff reality show on MTV, released chart-topping albums, and found herself in the middle of her fair share of drama. Ashlee has since taken a break from music.
Although she's teased fans about releasing new music, it doesn't seem as though she's planning on returning to her solo career soon. Let's take a look at what we know about her career so far!
15 She's The Younger Sister Of American Singer And Actress, Jessica Simpson
Pop sensation, Jessica Simpson, was only 16-years-old when she signed with her first record label. She quickly rose to fame and was known around the world for her voice and her wholesome image. Ashlee contrasted her sister's image - she was often referred to in the media as an "anti-Britney."
14 Ashlee Started Her Career As Backup Dancer And Can Be Seen In The Background Of Jessica's Music Video For I Think I'm In Love With You
At only 15, Ashlee appeared as a backup dancer in her sister's music video. I Think I'm In Love With You was Jessica's second single off her debut album, titled Sweet Kisses, which was released in 2000. The success of Jessica's album led to a world tour. On that tour, Ashlee joined Jessica as a backup dancer.
13 She Went On To Pursue A Career As An Actress And Landed A Recurring Role On Hit Family Drama TV Show, 7th Heaven
Although Ashlee is best known for her music, her start was through acting. She landed her first recurring role on 7th Heaven, which surged to popularity in the late 90s. Ashlee played the role of Cecilia Smith, the girlfriend of one of the lead characters. Her character appeared throughout season seven.
12 She Also Had A Self-Titled Reality TV Show That Was A Spinoff Of Her Sister And Nick Lachey's Show, Newlyweds: Nick and Jessica, Which Aired On MTV
In 2003, Ashlee landed an MTV reality TV show of her own that followed the beginnings of her music career. The Ashlee Simpson Show featured behind the scenes glimpses into the recording and debut of her album, Autobiography. The show was successful upon its release and helped draw attention to the up and coming star.
11 Ashlee Released Her Debut Single, Pieces Of Me, Back In 2004 And It Was A Chart-Topping Hit
The long-awaited release of her debut single, Pieces of Me, was a success and helped her build a viable music career. The song reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 and even earned her a few rewards, including the Teen Choice Award for "Song of the Summer" and "Fresh Face."
10 The Success Of Her Debut Single Led The Star To Release Her First Album, Autobiography, The Same Year - It Continues To Be Her Most Successful Album To Date
Ashlee reached a peak in her music career at the age of 20-years-old, with the release of her debut studio album, Autobiography. She embraced a pop-rock image that was opposite her sister's. Her music and image gained a lot of media attention. Headlines often pitted the sisters against one another.
9 In 2005, The Star Released Her Second Album, I Am Me, Which Topped The Billboard 200
Although Ashlee didn't experience the same amount of success as she did with Autobiography, the release of her second studio album still garnered a certain amount of attention. The record reached the top of the charts at the time of its release. I Am Me Was released a little over a year after her first studio album.
8 Her Third And Final Album Was Released Back In 2008, Titled Bittersweet World, But It Didn't Have The Same Success As Previous Albums
In between the release of her second and third studio albums, Ashlee began dating Pete Wentz, who was a member of the American rock band, Fall Out Boy. In 2008, she released her third studio album, Bittersweet World. It got positive feedback but didn't come close to the success of her first two albums.
7 Ashlee Pursued A Career On Broadway And Was Cast As Roxie Hart In ChicagoBack In 2006 - She Reprised Her Role Again From 2009-2010
Ashlee's talent as a singer, actor, and dancer landed her a role as Roxie Hart in the hit American musical, Chicago. The disappointing sales of her third album led her to reprise her role in Chicago from 2009 to 2010. Her stage performances received mixed reviews from critics.
6 After Her Divorce From Pete Wentz In 2011, She Announced She Was Working On Her Fourth Album
Ashlee and Pete got plenty of media attention when they were first romantically linked back in 2006. They married a few years later, in 2008, but their marriage was short-lived. After confirming their divorce, Ashlee announced to fans that she would be releasing her fourth album in the near future.
5 She Released A Single, Bat For A Heart, In 2012, But Its Lack Of Success Led The Star To Scrap Plans To Release Her Fourth Album
After her new single, Bat for a Heart, failed to dazzle fans the way that previous singles had, earlier in her career, the star decided to go on a hiatus. Ashlee scrapped plans for the release of her fourth album - it seemed as though it was the end to her solo career.
4 In 2014, She Married Actor And Musician, Evan Ross, And The Pair Welcomed A Daughter In 2015
Although plans for the release of new music were at a standstill, Ashlee continued to update her fans and maintained a media presence throughout the years. In 2014, it was revealed that she had married Evan Ross in a private ceremony. Evan is the son of the late (and iconic) American singer, Diana Ross.
3 After A Nearly Decade-Long Hiatus, Ashlee Hinted She Was Working On Music With Her Husband
Since her husband is also a musician, it was only a matter of time before the two began making music together. Ashlee has revealed to fans that her return to music may come sooner than we thought. After a decade-long wait, the husband and wife duo hinted that they would be releasing new music together.
2 In 2018, She Returned With Another Reality TV Show, Titled Ashlee + Evan, Where The Couple Released Their Debut Single
Ashlee and Evan released their reality TV show, which followed their lives, and showcased the pressures that come with juggling fame and family. Both stars have experienced their fair share of family drama throughout the years, so their reality TV show had plenty of juicy material.
1 Although Ashlee Has Yet To Officially Make A Comeback, She Is Now Focused On Her Family And Is Expecting Her Third Child
Fans have been hoping for the release of new music over the past few years, but it doesn't seem like Ashlee will return to her solo career anytime soon. The star is focusing on her family life and is enjoying spending time with her children. This family is preparing for baby number three!
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