By Carson Blackwelder
Television Contributor
Every Friday, Rachel recaps the week’s major TV-related news, announcements and gossip! This week, Carson fills in.
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Top Stories
• CBS’s How I Met Your Mother will return for a ninth season, ensuring that the sitcom will definitely overstay its already wavering welcome.
• The question as to whether or not Dan Stevens will return for the fourth season of Masterpiece Theatre’s Downton Abbey has been answered.
• AMC continues its dismal relationships with showrunners as The Walking Dead’s Glen Mazzara got the boot. This means that the zombie drama will be getting its third showrunner within four seasons — that’s a lot of creative disconnect.
• ABC shelved the rest of Vanessa Williams and Terry O’Quinn’s canceled 666 Park Avenue until summer and is filling in the extra hour on Sunday with new episodes of Happy Endings and Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23.
Television Contributor
Every Friday, Rachel recaps the week’s major TV-related news, announcements and gossip! This week, Carson fills in.
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Top Stories
• CBS’s How I Met Your Mother will return for a ninth season, ensuring that the sitcom will definitely overstay its already wavering welcome.
• The question as to whether or not Dan Stevens will return for the fourth season of Masterpiece Theatre’s Downton Abbey has been answered.
• AMC continues its dismal relationships with showrunners as The Walking Dead’s Glen Mazzara got the boot. This means that the zombie drama will be getting its third showrunner within four seasons — that’s a lot of creative disconnect.
• ABC shelved the rest of Vanessa Williams and Terry O’Quinn’s canceled 666 Park Avenue until summer and is filling in the extra hour on Sunday with new episodes of Happy Endings and Don’t Trust the B—- in Apartment 23.
- 12/28/2012
- by Carson Blackwelder
- Scott Feinberg
Jessica Simpson posted a few behind the scenes photos and a video from her NBC show Fashion Star today on her official website, which is noteworthy given how slim the star looks in the summer right before she announced her pregnancy -- as opposed to her now 170 pounds.
The photos and video show the busty blonde getting her hair and makeup done (and even a little romantic hand-holding with fiancé Eric Johnson) and the difference between then, and just a couple of months, is palpable.
Jessica Simpson on Her 'Unstoppable' Sex Drive
But Jessica has of course made no secret of her less than ideal eating habits, like when she dished about her early-morning eating habits to Elle. "I had cheesecake for breakfast this morning. Lunch? No. I had fried chicken," she admitted. Pictures of an extremely pregnant Jessica at her baby shower also generated plenty of buzz, especially with her candid admission on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that...
The photos and video show the busty blonde getting her hair and makeup done (and even a little romantic hand-holding with fiancé Eric Johnson) and the difference between then, and just a couple of months, is palpable.
Jessica Simpson on Her 'Unstoppable' Sex Drive
But Jessica has of course made no secret of her less than ideal eating habits, like when she dished about her early-morning eating habits to Elle. "I had cheesecake for breakfast this morning. Lunch? No. I had fried chicken," she admitted. Pictures of an extremely pregnant Jessica at her baby shower also generated plenty of buzz, especially with her candid admission on Jimmy Kimmel Live! that...
- 4/4/2012
- TheInsider.com
Jessica's family and celeb friends gathered to celebrate her baby-to-be at a girly pink-themed party on March 18! Due to have her baby girl in April, Jessica Simpson, 31, was joined by more than 50 close friends and family, including stars like her sister Ashlee Simpson, her fiance Eric Johnson, Ellen Pompeo and Jessica Alba, on Sunday, March 18 in Los Angeles. "It was a kid-friendly shower with many of her friends bringing babies," a source told Us Weekly. "Jessica [Alba] brought her baby Haven, 7 months, and Ashlee brought Bronx, 3." In honor of baby-to-be Maxwell Johnson, the party theme colors were pink and yellow, with tube-shaped balloons and spring tulips decorating the soiree. "She received tons of gifts mostly wrapped in pink gift wrap and boxes," the source added. "There were several books, stuffed toys and clothes among other items." The eyewitness also told Us Weekly that Jessica arrived before any of the guests to...
- 3/19/2012
- by Anna Moeslein
- HollywoodLife
On this date in...
1983: Actor David Conant Ford (Dark Shadows, Search For Tomorrow) passed away in his sleep at age 58.
2001: On As The World Turns, Cass Winthrop (Stephen Schnetzer) decided not to cross examine Barbara. Watch it here.
2008: The final episode of Passions (#2,231) aired on DirecTV's The 101.
Celebrating a birthday today are:
John Glover (ex-Billy, Search For Tomorrow) - 67
David Rasche (ex-Cal, Ugly Betty; ex-Robert, All My Children; ex-Wes, Ryan's Hope) - 67
Wayne Knight (Brian, Torchwood: Miracle Day) - 56
David Duchovny (ex-Agent Dennis/Denise, Twin Peaks) - 51
Maggie Wheeler (Trinette, Archer) - 50
DeLane Matthews (ex-Janine, General Hospital; ex-Amber, Guiding Light) - 49
Harold Perrineau (ex-Michael, Lost) - 48
Sydney Penny (ex-Julia, All My Children; ex-Samantha, The Bold And The Beautiful; ex-Meg, Sunset Beach; ex-bj, Santa Barbara) - 40
Rachel York (ex-Rita, One Life To Live) - 40
Michael Shannon (Nelson, Boardwalk Empire) - 37
Luca Calvani (ex-Dante, As The World Turns) - 37
Eric Johnson (ex-Whitney,...
1983: Actor David Conant Ford (Dark Shadows, Search For Tomorrow) passed away in his sleep at age 58.
2001: On As The World Turns, Cass Winthrop (Stephen Schnetzer) decided not to cross examine Barbara. Watch it here.
2008: The final episode of Passions (#2,231) aired on DirecTV's The 101.
Celebrating a birthday today are:
John Glover (ex-Billy, Search For Tomorrow) - 67
David Rasche (ex-Cal, Ugly Betty; ex-Robert, All My Children; ex-Wes, Ryan's Hope) - 67
Wayne Knight (Brian, Torchwood: Miracle Day) - 56
David Duchovny (ex-Agent Dennis/Denise, Twin Peaks) - 51
Maggie Wheeler (Trinette, Archer) - 50
DeLane Matthews (ex-Janine, General Hospital; ex-Amber, Guiding Light) - 49
Harold Perrineau (ex-Michael, Lost) - 48
Sydney Penny (ex-Julia, All My Children; ex-Samantha, The Bold And The Beautiful; ex-Meg, Sunset Beach; ex-bj, Santa Barbara) - 40
Rachel York (ex-Rita, One Life To Live) - 40
Michael Shannon (Nelson, Boardwalk Empire) - 37
Luca Calvani (ex-Dante, As The World Turns) - 37
Eric Johnson (ex-Whitney,...
- 8/7/2011
- by We Love Soaps TV
- We Love Soaps
There you are, all curled up on the sofa, holding a mug of hot cocoa with one hand, knitting an unsightly reindeer sweater with the other. Your tree is twinkling, your fireplace is glowing, and your neighbors are caroling semi-competently on your snow-dusted lawn. Is there anything that could make this scene more festive? You bet your sweet chestnuts there is. The holidays aren’t officially the holidays until we gorge ourselves on the buffet of new Christmas TV movies served up around this time of year. Are they corny? Like an Iowa farm. Predictable? You can set your watch...
- 12/23/2010
- by Dan Snierson
- EW.com - PopWatch
There you are, all curled up on the sofa, holding a mug of hot cocoa with one hand, knitting an unsightly reindeer sweater with the other. Your tree is twinkling, your fireplace is glowing, and your neighbors are caroling semi-competently on your snow-dusted lawn. Is there anything that could make this scene more festive? You bet your sweet chestnuts there is. The holidays aren’t officially the holidays until we gorge ourselves on the buffet of new Christmas TV-movies served up around this time of year. Are they corny? Like an Iowa farm. Predictable? You can set your watch to...
- 12/23/2010
- by Dan Snierson
- EW.com - PopWatch
Jess has been showing off a Much fuller figure lately…could she actually be finally having the baby she’s always dreamed about?
Is it time to offer Jessica Simpson a hefty round of congratulations? The 30-year-old singer might be pregnant!
Jess’ fuller figure -weight loss expert Tanya Zuckerbrot says she’s gained 15 pounds! – was on display when she stepped out at The Sunset Towers in Los Angeles August 25 without new boyfriend Eric Johnson. She and the former football player have been canoodling all over the globe lately, including her hot 30th birthday celebration in Italy – the perfect place for love And love-making!
We think the 30-year-old Yale alum would make a great daddy! Although he and Jessica have only been dating since May since meeting an La party, they seem to have fallen in love incredibly quickly! He’s already met her family (they even made out in front of her mom,...
Is it time to offer Jessica Simpson a hefty round of congratulations? The 30-year-old singer might be pregnant!
Jess’ fuller figure -weight loss expert Tanya Zuckerbrot says she’s gained 15 pounds! – was on display when she stepped out at The Sunset Towers in Los Angeles August 25 without new boyfriend Eric Johnson. She and the former football player have been canoodling all over the globe lately, including her hot 30th birthday celebration in Italy – the perfect place for love And love-making!
We think the 30-year-old Yale alum would make a great daddy! Although he and Jessica have only been dating since May since meeting an La party, they seem to have fallen in love incredibly quickly! He’s already met her family (they even made out in front of her mom,...
- 8/26/2010
- by Laura Schreffler
- HollywoodLife
A source has suggested that Jessica Simpson and her boyfriend Eric Johnson are planning to get married. The pair, who have been dating for just three months, will allegedly marry "on a beach at sunset". The insider told the National Enquirer: "She wants to have candles and torches surrounding them while they get married on a beach at sunset. "Both of them will be in white and her dress will be simple and floaty. Jessica’s (more)...
- 8/18/2010
- by By Kristy Kelly
- Digital Spy
Jessica Simpson would like to get something off her chest. Literally. "I have a white girl booty. I don't have a big butt. I'd rather have a happy medium and take some off my chest and put it towards my butt so I could balance out a bit," she tells U.K.'s Closer magazine. Overall, though, the 30-year-old star admits she's very happy with her body—thanks to new beau, Eric Johnson. "I'm more confident than I've ever been in my life, says Jess, who recently took a Pda-filled birthday trip to Italy with the NFL star. "I'm much more at peace with myself and whatever life brings my way." Such contentment is...
- 8/17/2010
- E! Online
Can you believe that gorgeous blonde Jess isn’t happy with God’s gifts to her? Do you want to switch up your body parts like Jess?
I guess none of us are satisfied with the bodies we’re born with! Jessica Simpson told the UK’s Closer magazine that she’d like to take pounds off her chest and apply them to her booty.
“I have a white girl booty. I don’t have a big butt,” she told the mag. “I’d rather have a happy medium and take some off my chest and put it towards my butt so I could balance out a bit.”
You know, Jess — this is exactly the sort of honesty on a tough subject that would make you the perfect choice for a new American Idol judge.
Love how you also admit in the interview that you don’t “feel as fat...
I guess none of us are satisfied with the bodies we’re born with! Jessica Simpson told the UK’s Closer magazine that she’d like to take pounds off her chest and apply them to her booty.
“I have a white girl booty. I don’t have a big butt,” she told the mag. “I’d rather have a happy medium and take some off my chest and put it towards my butt so I could balance out a bit.”
You know, Jess — this is exactly the sort of honesty on a tough subject that would make you the perfect choice for a new American Idol judge.
Love how you also admit in the interview that you don’t “feel as fat...
- 8/17/2010
- by willlee
- HollywoodLife
Now that's amore! It was a sizzling 30th birthday celebration Friday night for Jessica Simpson, who kissed and snuggled with her new beau, former pro football player Eric Johnson, at a party on Italy's Isle of Capri. Since they started dating in May, this was their latest Pda-filled, globe-trotting adventure, following an affectionate Fourth of July at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Florida. For her birthday (which is actually Saturday), Simpson got a sparkler-bedecked cake. When they weren't locking lips, she and Johnson, also 30, danced, goofed in silly wigs and posed for pictures.
- 7/10/2010
- PEOPLE.com
Jessica Simpson turns 30 Saturday and she is celebrating on the Italian island of Capri with her new boyfriend, ex-49er Eric Johnson. See pictures of their romantic getaway here. "I thought I had it figured out; I'm going to be this great pop star, be married, have babies," she once told Us Weekly of turning 30. "But things can be taken from you." Popsugar has created a great montage of Jessica's funniest moments, from her 'Newlyweds' days to her ear candling adventures: Watch: ...
- 7/10/2010
- by Katy Hall
- Huffington Post
Jessica Simpson is about to turn 30 and she's a little bummed she's not married with kids yet. After her split from Nick Lachey, Jess has been super unlucky in love. Her last beau, Tony Romo, dumped her the night before her 29th birthday and her other ex John Mayer blabbed about their sex life to the entire world. But now that she's with newly divorced former NFL player Eric Johnson, she's hoping the whole marriage and babies thing will work out. "I thought I had it figured out; I'm going to be this great...
- 7/10/2010
- Hollyscoop.com
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We were front and center when Jessica celebrated her 30th birthday early July 1 at a Lionel Richie concert! We even have the footage just for you to see!
Happy birthday, Jessica Simpson! Today’s the big 3-0 and we are so excited for you! Last weekend, July 1, HollywoodLife.com was with you at the Greenbrier resort in West Virginia for the grand opening of its new casino, and we watched you celebrate your early b-day in style! Not only were you with relaxing at the amazing resort, but you were also presented with your own vanilla birthday cake during a special Lionel Richie concert, where everyone in the audience sang “Happy Birthday” to you! We hope your actual b-day is just as fun as your party last weekend! We know you’re in Italy with your new boyfriend Eric Johnson, so we’re...
We were front and center when Jessica celebrated her 30th birthday early July 1 at a Lionel Richie concert! We even have the footage just for you to see!
Happy birthday, Jessica Simpson! Today’s the big 3-0 and we are so excited for you! Last weekend, July 1, HollywoodLife.com was with you at the Greenbrier resort in West Virginia for the grand opening of its new casino, and we watched you celebrate your early b-day in style! Not only were you with relaxing at the amazing resort, but you were also presented with your own vanilla birthday cake during a special Lionel Richie concert, where everyone in the audience sang “Happy Birthday” to you! We hope your actual b-day is just as fun as your party last weekend! We know you’re in Italy with your new boyfriend Eric Johnson, so we’re...
- 7/10/2010
- by Chloe Melas
- HollywoodLife
HollywoodNews.com: Jessica Simpson has a new beau, Eric Johnson, who is a former NFL star and she seems happy to say the least.
However, she’s admitting that as she turns thirty years old, life today is not how she pictured it when she was younger. She told Us Magazine, “I thought I had it figured out; I’m going to be this great pop star, be married, have babies. But things can be taken from you.” She’s obviously referring to her failed romances with Nick Lachey, John Mayer, Tony Romo, and Billy Corgan.
However, it seems as if she’s truly happy with her new boyfriend. We wish the best for her.
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However, she’s admitting that as she turns thirty years old, life today is not how she pictured it when she was younger. She told Us Magazine, “I thought I had it figured out; I’m going to be this great pop star, be married, have babies. But things can be taken from you.” She’s obviously referring to her failed romances with Nick Lachey, John Mayer, Tony Romo, and Billy Corgan.
However, it seems as if she’s truly happy with her new boyfriend. We wish the best for her.
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- 7/10/2010
- by HollywoodNews.com
- Hollywoodnews.com
Romantic getaway to Italy to celebrate her 30th birthday? Looks like perpetually lovelorn Jessica Simpson's latest relationship is off to a promising start. The Price of Beauty host was spotted with her new beau, NFL player Eric Johnson, in Capri, Italy, on Thursday, strolling arm-in-arm and taking in the sights. Sigh; ain't love grand? Click through the photo gallery to witness the couple's enchanted outing. And make sure to hit up Paparazzi-Razzi for more pics of famous people being fabulous.
- 7/9/2010
- by Celebuzz
- Celebuzz.com
Enjoying a lovers’ getaway to celebrate her 30th birthday, Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson were spotted strolling through Capri, Italy earlier today (July 9).
The “Come On Over” songstress and the former NFL player looked to be enjoying each other’s company as they hit up a few shops and enjoyed the beautiful scenery together.
In related news, though Jessica seems to be having a wonderful time with her new beau, her friends are concerned they’re moving too fast.
One gal pal told press, “Jess is definitely rushing into this,” noting that Jessica was Eric’s guest at his grandparents’ 60th wedding anniversary where she was introduced to his entire family.
The “Come On Over” songstress and the former NFL player looked to be enjoying each other’s company as they hit up a few shops and enjoyed the beautiful scenery together.
In related news, though Jessica seems to be having a wonderful time with her new beau, her friends are concerned they’re moving too fast.
One gal pal told press, “Jess is definitely rushing into this,” noting that Jessica was Eric’s guest at his grandparents’ 60th wedding anniversary where she was introduced to his entire family.
- 7/9/2010
- GossipCenter
Enjoying a lovers’ getaway, Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson were spotted strolling through Capri, Italy earlier today (July 9).
The “Come On Over” songstress and the former NFL player looked to be enjoying each other’s company as they hit up a few shops and enjoyed the beautiful scenery together.
In related news, though Jessica seems to be having a wonderful time with her new beau, her friends are concerned they’re moving too fast.
One gal pal told press, “Jess is definitely rushing into this,” noting that Jessica was Eric’s guest at his grandparents’ 60th wedding anniversary where she was introduced to his entire family.
The “Come On Over” songstress and the former NFL player looked to be enjoying each other’s company as they hit up a few shops and enjoyed the beautiful scenery together.
In related news, though Jessica seems to be having a wonderful time with her new beau, her friends are concerned they’re moving too fast.
One gal pal told press, “Jess is definitely rushing into this,” noting that Jessica was Eric’s guest at his grandparents’ 60th wedding anniversary where she was introduced to his entire family.
- 7/9/2010
- GossipCenter
Jessica Simpson's 30th birthday tomorrow is shaping up to be a much more joyous affair than last year's. The day before she turned 29, ex-boyfriend Tony Romo dumped her, causing her to cancel her Barbie-themed bash. But this year, it seems Jessica has found new amore with former pro-footballer Eric Johnson, who she's currently cozying up to on the Italian island of Capri. This isn't the first trip they've taken together, either... The new twosome were also spotted at the Ponta Vedra Inn in Florida last weekend, before they returned to L.A. together. One small issue: Johnson is still technically married. He filed for divorce from his ex-wife in January, but...
- 7/9/2010
- E! Online
It’s big, it’s orange, it’s see-through and it is one scary outfit!
Whatever is Jessica Simpson thinking, walking around Capri, Italy in this guy-repelling get-up?!
All I can say is new boyfriend, ex-San Francisco 49er Eric Johnson, must Really love you, Jessica! Or he’s colorblind!
Since Jess, 29, and Eric, 30, have only been dating for five or six weeks, he really might be blinded… by love!
Geez Jess, you really need to get yourself a new stylist! You are infamous for wearing unflattering outfits… and you’re a beautiful girl!
Our advice here — take a vacation from this see-through web gown/wrap now!
–Bonnie Fuller View Poll Is Jessica Moving Too Fast With A Married Man? Jessica Simpson’s Extreme Diet Results! Did She Drop Pounds?...
Whatever is Jessica Simpson thinking, walking around Capri, Italy in this guy-repelling get-up?!
All I can say is new boyfriend, ex-San Francisco 49er Eric Johnson, must Really love you, Jessica! Or he’s colorblind!
Since Jess, 29, and Eric, 30, have only been dating for five or six weeks, he really might be blinded… by love!
Geez Jess, you really need to get yourself a new stylist! You are infamous for wearing unflattering outfits… and you’re a beautiful girl!
Our advice here — take a vacation from this see-through web gown/wrap now!
–Bonnie Fuller View Poll Is Jessica Moving Too Fast With A Married Man? Jessica Simpson’s Extreme Diet Results! Did She Drop Pounds?...
- 7/9/2010
- by HL Intern
- HollywoodLife
Jessica Simpson turns 30 tomorrow, and she's not skimping on the celebrations - she and her boyfriend, Eric Johnson, were spotted out for a affectionate stroll this afternoon on the romantic Italian island of Capri! We're marking her big milestone by taking a look back at highlights from her first three decades, and her mother Tina and sister Ashlee just might be on their way to join the party after taking off from Lax yesterday. Jessica has gone out of her way to prep for her big birthday with a diet and an alternative health regimen, but her new romance seems to be the cause for the smile on her face. View 7 Photos › To see more Jess and Eric, just read more. View 7 Photos ›...
- 7/9/2010
- by PopSugar
- Popsugar.com
Jessica Simpson was reportedly spotted on a date with rumoured new boyfriend Eric Johnson over the weekend. According to People, the actress and singer was seen having drinks with former NFL player Johnson at Florida's Ponte Vedra Inn & Club. They were reportedly later seen together at an airport in Jacksonville where one observer described them as being "huggy-kissy" at the ticket (more)...
- 7/8/2010
- by By Lara Martin
- Digital Spy
Jessica Simpson and her new beau, former NFL player Eric Johnson, have been spending quality time together - including a cozy Fourth of July celebration. Two days after Simpson attended the grand opening of the Casino Club at The Greenbrier Sulphur Springs, W. Va., she was spotted with Johnson at the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club in Florida. "They were very nice," says bartender Ben Brewer. "She was wearing shorts and big shades. She did look absolutely stunning." The singer, who turns 30 on Saturday, and Johnson, 30, lounged by the pool and sipped fruity cocktails at the resort on the holiday. Photos:...
- 7/7/2010
- by Liza Hamm and Devan Stuart
- PEOPLE.com
Jessica Simpson is grabbing headlines for her new romance with former NFL player Eric Johnson, which is well timed for her 30th birthday on Saturday! She was apparently introduced to Eric a few months ago through mutual friends, shortly after he split from his wife Keri. Eric, who used to play for the 49ers, is described by friends as a nice guy who was a record-breaking athlete at Yale. Jessica has been romantically linked to other men since breaking up with Tony Romo last Summer, but tell us what you think of her and Eric - are you excited for Jessica's birthday romance? Are You Excited For Jessica Simpson's New Birthday Romance? Yes - He seems like the nice guy she deserves! No - The timing is a little too perfect, so I'll wait to see if it's the real thing.
- 7/7/2010
- by PopSugar
- Popsugar.com
Splashnews.com
BFFs, remember when we told you Jessica shocked her system with a special vegan diet? The singer confessed she was only able to do the cleanse for 7 days.
Jessica Simpson is just like us! The 29-year-old singer spoke to reporters at the grand opening of the Casino Club at the Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia, July 2, and revealed she couldn’t stick out her cleanse that consisted of a vegan diet and a special Pu-erh tea from China.
“I was only on the detox for a week,” she told Life & Style’s Scene Queens.
While at the star studded event Jess did try to adhere to a healthy diet. She ordered fruit to her room, ate grilled tilapia for dinner and went for a jog! But Jess couldn’t help but have a slice of the vanilla birthday cake the resort surprised her with in honor of her upcoming 30th bday!
BFFs, remember when we told you Jessica shocked her system with a special vegan diet? The singer confessed she was only able to do the cleanse for 7 days.
Jessica Simpson is just like us! The 29-year-old singer spoke to reporters at the grand opening of the Casino Club at the Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia, July 2, and revealed she couldn’t stick out her cleanse that consisted of a vegan diet and a special Pu-erh tea from China.
“I was only on the detox for a week,” she told Life & Style’s Scene Queens.
While at the star studded event Jess did try to adhere to a healthy diet. She ordered fruit to her room, ate grilled tilapia for dinner and went for a jog! But Jess couldn’t help but have a slice of the vanilla birthday cake the resort surprised her with in honor of her upcoming 30th bday!
- 7/7/2010
- by Chloe Melas
- HollywoodLife
Jessica Simpson is going public with her new guy, ex-NFLer Eric Johnson after just five weeks of dating, but there’s a problem….Johnson is still married.
The football player, 30, is still waiting for his January divorce from stylist Keri Johnson, to be finalized.
He and Keri grew apart, an insider told Us Weekly magazine and the marriage is over, but should Jessica be wary until Eric’s nuptials are officially kaput?
The singer has a habit of falling head over heels in love a little too quickly and then getting burned by guys who weren’t as into her as she was into them.
The singer turned reality television star was famously burned by ex-boyfriend John Mayer when he told Playboy that Jess was like sexual napalm in the sack.
But Johnson seems pretty into Jess. In fact it was him who invited her to celebrate his grandparents’ 60th wedding anniversary in Jacksonville,...
The football player, 30, is still waiting for his January divorce from stylist Keri Johnson, to be finalized.
He and Keri grew apart, an insider told Us Weekly magazine and the marriage is over, but should Jessica be wary until Eric’s nuptials are officially kaput?
The singer has a habit of falling head over heels in love a little too quickly and then getting burned by guys who weren’t as into her as she was into them.
The singer turned reality television star was famously burned by ex-boyfriend John Mayer when he told Playboy that Jess was like sexual napalm in the sack.
But Johnson seems pretty into Jess. In fact it was him who invited her to celebrate his grandparents’ 60th wedding anniversary in Jacksonville,...
- 7/7/2010
- by willlee
- HollywoodLife
She’s definitely kissed more than her fair share of frogs in hopes of finding her prince, and it seems Jessica Simpson may have finally succeeded.
According to an inside source, the “Come On Over” songstress’ new beau Eric Johnson is definitely a keeper.
“He’s one of the nicest guys around,” said the source. “I’m surprised he is dating her. She is such a big star and he is so reserved.”
"He is the polar opposite of what you think of when you say 'player.’ When I met him, he was driving a Prius when other athletes were driving gas-guzzling cars."...
According to an inside source, the “Come On Over” songstress’ new beau Eric Johnson is definitely a keeper.
“He’s one of the nicest guys around,” said the source. “I’m surprised he is dating her. She is such a big star and he is so reserved.”
"He is the polar opposite of what you think of when you say 'player.’ When I met him, he was driving a Prius when other athletes were driving gas-guzzling cars."...
- 7/6/2010
- GossipCenter
Looks like Jessica Simpson has found quite a catch in former football star Eric Johnson. "He's one of the nicest guys around," says an NFL insider, who has worked with the ex-San Francisco 49ers player. "I'm surprised he is dating her. She is such a big star and he is so reserved." Johnson, who also played briefly for the New Orleans Saints, definitely has experience with the limelight, however. Photos: Jessica Simpson's Silliest TwitpicsThe 6' 3" Needham, Mass., native has excelled at sports since he was a kid. At 13, he hit a hole in one on the golf course, and...
- 7/6/2010
- by K.C. Baker and Liza Hamm
- PEOPLE.com
Is Jessica Simpson gearing up for football season with a new baller beau? According to reports, yes. But this time the superstar mogul won't be cheering on her guy from the stands... The singer and Price of Beauty star has reportedly been dating former San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson since May, according to People. "She is happy that she found a great guy," a source told the mag. "She's really happy". This is Simpson's second time stepping into the NFL dating scene, after a break-up with Dallas Cowboys star Tony Romo right before her 29th birthday. (And lest Dallas fear a loss of star power in the stands, Kim Kardashian's new...
- 7/5/2010
- E! Online
"The Price of Beauty" star Jessica Simpson is a happier camper these days, launching a new jeans line through her clothing label, creating a new makeup line -- and finding love again!
She is reportedly dating former NFL tight end player Eric Johnson, who played for the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints, and is said to be "happy that she found a great guy," a friend told People.com.
The new jeans...
She is reportedly dating former NFL tight end player Eric Johnson, who played for the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints, and is said to be "happy that she found a great guy," a friend told People.com.
The new jeans...
- 7/5/2010
- Extra
Former NFL star Eric Johnson dating singer Jessica Simpson. According to TMZ, ex-49ers star Eric Johnson is now the new boyfriend for popular singer/actress Jessica Simpson. They say that Jessica is dating the ex San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson. He last played for the New Orleans Saints back in 2008. Eric recently split from his wife earlier this year,and filed for divorce back in February. Jessica reportedly started dating Eric Johnson back in May,and their sources say that they are very happy. In related news, Jessica's new VH1 show entitled, "The Price of Beauty" is set to return to the airwaves next year sometime. Jessica's "Price Of Beauty" show follows her as she travels all over the world to meet women,study fashions,dietary fads,and beauty regimes in an effort to explore the meaning of true beauty in different cultures.
- 7/5/2010
- by Andre@ontheflix
- OnTheFlix
Jessica Simpson has found love. Again. And not with "Hurt Locker" Jeremy Renner. She is reportedly dating former San Francisco 49ers and New Orleans Saints tight end Eric Johnson, according to TMZ.
The Dish Rag doesn't know much about Eric, other than the fact that he's 6'3", went to Yale, last played for the Saints in 2008, is currently a free agent, filed for divorce from his wife in February 2010 and started dating Jessica in May.
Wait, she started dating him three months after he filed for divorce?
Jess, be careful. Read our lips: R-e-b-o-u-n-d G-i-r-l.
Jessica's big 3-0 birthday is coming up this Saturday (July 10). In 2009 she got dumped by her on-again-off-again Dallas Cowboys player boyfriend Tony Romo the night before her 29th birthday. Ouch. And in February, her ex John Mayer also referred to her as "sexual napalm" adding that she was like "crack" to him in his controversial Playboy interview.
The Dish Rag doesn't know much about Eric, other than the fact that he's 6'3", went to Yale, last played for the Saints in 2008, is currently a free agent, filed for divorce from his wife in February 2010 and started dating Jessica in May.
Wait, she started dating him three months after he filed for divorce?
Jess, be careful. Read our lips: R-e-b-o-u-n-d G-i-r-l.
Jessica's big 3-0 birthday is coming up this Saturday (July 10). In 2009 she got dumped by her on-again-off-again Dallas Cowboys player boyfriend Tony Romo the night before her 29th birthday. Ouch. And in February, her ex John Mayer also referred to her as "sexual napalm" adding that she was like "crack" to him in his controversial Playboy interview.
- 7/5/2010
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Singer Jessica Simpson and footballer Eric Johnson are a couple, claims TMZ.com. Simpson was previously involved with Tony Romo, a Dallas Cowboys football player. Former San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson isn't the only change in her life, she allegedly has gone Vegan. Using Twitter, Simpson made the revelation: 'Shocked my system with a vegan diet, special Pu-erh tea from China, and cupping since friday! Who am I right now? This might be too clean! 5:31 Pm Jun 27th via UberTwitter ' Simpson will be 30 on July 10.
- 7/5/2010
- by April MacIntyre
- Monsters and Critics
HollywoodNews.com: Jessica Simpson has been applying dieting and therapeutic rituals from the Far East to her body while shooting her new reality show “The Price of Beauty.” It turns out the treatments are paying off because she has landed herself a new boyfriend.
Former San Francisco 49ers player Eric Johnson has been dating the singer since May, according to TMZ. They also report that Johnson just divorced from his former wife in February.
It looks like it didn’t take him very long to get over his former wife.
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Former San Francisco 49ers player Eric Johnson has been dating the singer since May, according to TMZ. They also report that Johnson just divorced from his former wife in February.
It looks like it didn’t take him very long to get over his former wife.
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- 7/5/2010
- by HollywoodNews.com
- Hollywoodnews.com
Jessica Simpson has a new man.
The singer is dating Eric Johnson, formerly of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers, both TMZ and People reported.
"It's true," a source close to "The Price of Beauty" star told People.
A friend of Jessica's told the mag that the singer is over the moon.
"She is happy that she found a great guy," the friend said.
TMZ reported that the former NFL star split from his wife earlier this year, filing for divorce in Februray.
Eric is a graduate of Yale, where he played wide receiver before ...
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The singer is dating Eric Johnson, formerly of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers, both TMZ and People reported.
"It's true," a source close to "The Price of Beauty" star told People.
A friend of Jessica's told the mag that the singer is over the moon.
"She is happy that she found a great guy," the friend said.
TMZ reported that the former NFL star split from his wife earlier this year, filing for divorce in Februray.
Eric is a graduate of Yale, where he played wide receiver before ...
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This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
- 7/5/2010
- by AccessHollywood.com Editorial Staff
- Access Hollywood
TMZ has learned Jessica Simpson has a new boyfriend and he is not a current NFL player -- he's a former one. Sources tell TMZ Jessica is dating ex San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson. He last played for the New Orleans Saints back in 2008. Johnson split from his wife earlier this year, filing for divorce in February. Simpson -- whose show, "The Price of Beauty," returns to VH1 in 2011 -- began dating Johnson in May.
- 7/5/2010
- by TMZ Staff
- TMZ
Looks like Jessica Simpson is back in the dating game - with another football player. The singer, who dated Dallas Cowboys star Tony Romo for two years, is dipping back into the NFL dating pool, seeing former San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson. "It's true," a source close to Simpson confirms to People, adding that the pair have been dating since May. Adds a friend of the singer: "She is happy that she found a great guy. She's really happy." Simpson has been making other changes as well. On June 27, the pop star Tweeted: " shocked my system with a vegan diet,...
- 7/5/2010
- by Rennie Dyball and K.C. Baker
- PEOPLE.com
Jessica Simpson wasn't kidding when she said 2010 was going to be her year. Her VH1 show 'Price of Beauty' got picked up for another season and she has a new man in her life. Jess has been quietly dating former NFL star Eric Johnson and according to TMZ, “They are very happy.” Jessica Simpson: This is My Year! So what's the deal with her new man? Eric used to play for the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints. He split from his wife earlier this year and filed for divorce in February. Jess has been...
- 7/5/2010
- Hollyscoop.com
Jessica Simpson is reportedly romancing former NFL star Eric Johnson. According to TMZ, the singer and actress has been dating tight end Johnson - who played for the San Francisco 49ers and the New Orleans Saints - since May. A source is quoted as saying that the couple are "very happy" together, although neither has commented on the reports (more)...
- 7/5/2010
- by By Lara Martin
- Digital Spy
London, July 5 – Singer Jessica Simpson, who had dated American footballer Tony Romo, is now being linked with former soccer player Eric Johnson.
Contactmusic.com reports that Simpson has been dating Johnson since May. The 29-year-old has been single since breaking up with Romo last summer.
Johnson filed for divorce from his wife in February. Simpson has earlier been linked with stars like John Mayer, Dane Cook and Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine since her 2006 divorce from former boyband star Nick Lachey.
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Contactmusic.com reports that Simpson has been dating Johnson since May. The 29-year-old has been single since breaking up with Romo last summer.
Johnson filed for divorce from his wife in February. Simpson has earlier been linked with stars like John Mayer, Dane Cook and Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine since her 2006 divorce from former boyband star Nick Lachey.
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- 7/5/2010
- by realbollywood
- RealBollywood.com
Looking as if she's ready to give love another chance, Jessica Simpson is confirmed to have a brand new beau!
The "Dukes of Hazzard" darling is getting cozy with ex-nfl player Eric Johnson, with the pair reportedly having started their romance in May.
Johnson was a tight end for the San Francisco 49ers before ending his career with the New Orleans Saints in 2008.
The football hunk divorced his wife in February 2010, with a source close to Jess and Eric telling TMZ that the pair are "very happy."...
The "Dukes of Hazzard" darling is getting cozy with ex-nfl player Eric Johnson, with the pair reportedly having started their romance in May.
Johnson was a tight end for the San Francisco 49ers before ending his career with the New Orleans Saints in 2008.
The football hunk divorced his wife in February 2010, with a source close to Jess and Eric telling TMZ that the pair are "very happy."...
- 7/5/2010
- GossipCenter
Jessica Simpson has found a new love in another football star, a former one. TMZ reported that the 29-year-old beauty has been dating ex-San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson since May and a source revealed that the couple is "very happy."
Simpson was previously married to 98 Degrees star Nick Lachey but got divorced in June 2006. She was later in relationship with "Your Body Is a Wonderland" hitmaker John Mayer. The two, who dated for less than a year, went their separate ways in May 2007.
Jessica later landed her heart on Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo. However, Simpson and Romo split after almost two years together because the "Employee of the Month" actress was believed as a jinx due to Romo's poor performance during his games.
Simpson's reported current boyfriend, Johnson, himself split up from his wife earlier this year and filed for divorce in February. He last played for...
Simpson was previously married to 98 Degrees star Nick Lachey but got divorced in June 2006. She was later in relationship with "Your Body Is a Wonderland" hitmaker John Mayer. The two, who dated for less than a year, went their separate ways in May 2007.
Jessica later landed her heart on Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo. However, Simpson and Romo split after almost two years together because the "Employee of the Month" actress was believed as a jinx due to Romo's poor performance during his games.
Simpson's reported current boyfriend, Johnson, himself split up from his wife earlier this year and filed for divorce in February. He last played for...
- 7/5/2010
- by AceShowbiz.com
- Aceshowbiz
Jessica Simpson's New Man -- A Real Tight End
TMZ has learned Jessica Simpson has a new boyfriend and he is not a current NFL player -- he's a former one.
Sources tell TMZ Jessica is dating ex San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson. He last played for the New Orleans Saints back in 2008. Johnson split from his wife earlier this year, filing for divorce in February.
Simpson -- whose show, "The Price of Beauty," returns VH1 in 2011 -- began dating Johnson in May.
A source tells us they are "very happy." Source: TMZ...
TMZ has learned Jessica Simpson has a new boyfriend and he is not a current NFL player -- he's a former one.
Sources tell TMZ Jessica is dating ex San Francisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson. He last played for the New Orleans Saints back in 2008. Johnson split from his wife earlier this year, filing for divorce in February.
Simpson -- whose show, "The Price of Beauty," returns VH1 in 2011 -- began dating Johnson in May.
A source tells us they are "very happy." Source: TMZ...
- 7/5/2010
- by tmz
- Gossipvita
Jessica Simpson may have found a replacement for Tony Romo. About a year after announcing that she and the Dallas Cowboys quarterback have decided to part ways, the 29-year-old songstress has been hit with report that she might be dating former San Fransisco 49ers tight end Eric Johnson.
TMZ reported that sources claimed the host and executive producer of "The Price of Beauty" has begun dating the former footballer, who last played in 2008 for New Orleans Saints, in May 2010. The rumored couple are said to be "very happy" with her relationship with the athlete. Before Eric, Jessica was previously linked to former Billy Corgan, the former frontman of The Smashing Pumpkins.
Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo started dating in November 2007. They ended their romance in July 2009 reportedly due to their busy schedules. "He's busy with his career, and she's getting ready to shoot her show ['The Price of Beauty']," a source told People Magazine.
TMZ reported that sources claimed the host and executive producer of "The Price of Beauty" has begun dating the former footballer, who last played in 2008 for New Orleans Saints, in May 2010. The rumored couple are said to be "very happy" with her relationship with the athlete. Before Eric, Jessica was previously linked to former Billy Corgan, the former frontman of The Smashing Pumpkins.
Jessica Simpson and Tony Romo started dating in November 2007. They ended their romance in July 2009 reportedly due to their busy schedules. "He's busy with his career, and she's getting ready to shoot her show ['The Price of Beauty']," a source told People Magazine.
- 7/5/2010
- by celebrity-mania.com
- Celebrity Mania
Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced some exciting new initiatives for his Silverlake Conservatory of Music.
Established by Flea and Keith Barry in 2001 to facilitate music education by providing affordable or free lessons and instruments, the Conservatory’s eight classrooms are filled with instruments, teachers and students, with instruction, discussion, laughter and, of course, lots of music. To these students, the Scm represents a future full of the joy of music and the sense of accomplishment felt by those who make it.
The charity is happy to announce that it is running an online fundraising auction for a brand new Fender guitar amp, with all proceeds going to its music facilities. The G-dec 3 Thirty model amp comes packed with presets and loops from some top artists, including Eric Johnson, Charlie Benante and Frank Bello (Anthrax), Phil Collen (Def Leppard), Joe Trohman (Fall Out Boy), Brad Paisley, Dweezil Zappa,...
Established by Flea and Keith Barry in 2001 to facilitate music education by providing affordable or free lessons and instruments, the Conservatory’s eight classrooms are filled with instruments, teachers and students, with instruction, discussion, laughter and, of course, lots of music. To these students, the Scm represents a future full of the joy of music and the sense of accomplishment felt by those who make it.
The charity is happy to announce that it is running an online fundraising auction for a brand new Fender guitar amp, with all proceeds going to its music facilities. The G-dec 3 Thirty model amp comes packed with presets and loops from some top artists, including Eric Johnson, Charlie Benante and Frank Bello (Anthrax), Phil Collen (Def Leppard), Joe Trohman (Fall Out Boy), Brad Paisley, Dweezil Zappa,...
- 5/20/2010
- Look to the Stars
Posters for Salt, Splice, Predators, Love Ranch, Buried and The Twilight Saga: Eclipse.
The first close-up shot of Mia Wasikowska ("Alice in Wonderland") in costume as Jane Eyre in Cary Fukunaga's upcoming film adaptation due for release 2011.
A promo image of Naomi Watts as Marilyn Monroe is on offer at Cannes and Allocine has snapped a photo.
Jon Favreau has snapped a cowboy silhouette from the set of his next film, the comic book adaptation "Cowboys vs. Aliens".
A second non-explicit trailer for "Batman: A XXX Porn Parody" is up on Youtube.
The David Lynch-directed, Marion Cotillard-led 16-minute short film 'Lady Blue Shanghai' which promotes a Dior handbag can be watched online at Vulture.
A fascinating in-depth article on the scripting debacle that turned the once original and imaginative take on "Robin Hood" into the critical misfire currently in theaters.
For "Lost" fans, an amusing article with...
The first close-up shot of Mia Wasikowska ("Alice in Wonderland") in costume as Jane Eyre in Cary Fukunaga's upcoming film adaptation due for release 2011.
A promo image of Naomi Watts as Marilyn Monroe is on offer at Cannes and Allocine has snapped a photo.
Jon Favreau has snapped a cowboy silhouette from the set of his next film, the comic book adaptation "Cowboys vs. Aliens".
A second non-explicit trailer for "Batman: A XXX Porn Parody" is up on Youtube.
The David Lynch-directed, Marion Cotillard-led 16-minute short film 'Lady Blue Shanghai' which promotes a Dior handbag can be watched online at Vulture.
A fascinating in-depth article on the scripting debacle that turned the once original and imaginative take on "Robin Hood" into the critical misfire currently in theaters.
For "Lost" fans, an amusing article with...
- 5/19/2010
- by Garth Franklin
- Dark Horizons
Actor Mark Hamill ("Star Wars") will direct an adaptation of the comic book "The Black Pearl", from a screenplay by Paul Tamasy and Eric Johnson.
"At first glance it's a drama, but it has dark humor", said "Black Pearl" creator Hamill, who is going for an 'R' rating with his movie take of the "dark, edgy thriller".
"My two co-writers wrote a David O. Russell film for Paramount, and now they're very hot. So there are people who are willing to give us $30 million to make the movie. But if we took that deal, I wouldn't get to direct.
"If you go over about $8 million, you have to start getting foreign sales before you start shooting. But if you stay in the $5-to-$7 million range, you don't have to do presales and you can maintain much more creative control."
Published by Dark Horse Comics in 1996, the five-issue series was co-written by Hamill and Eric Johnson,...
"At first glance it's a drama, but it has dark humor", said "Black Pearl" creator Hamill, who is going for an 'R' rating with his movie take of the "dark, edgy thriller".
"My two co-writers wrote a David O. Russell film for Paramount, and now they're very hot. So there are people who are willing to give us $30 million to make the movie. But if we took that deal, I wouldn't get to direct.
"If you go over about $8 million, you have to start getting foreign sales before you start shooting. But if you stay in the $5-to-$7 million range, you don't have to do presales and you can maintain much more creative control."
Published by Dark Horse Comics in 1996, the five-issue series was co-written by Hamill and Eric Johnson,...
- 5/17/2010
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Update: Variety has confirmed that Hamill is indeed directing the adaptation from a script by Paul Tamasy and Eric Johnson. He says the project is a "dark, edgy thriller" that they hope will receive an R rating. The Wrap reports that Mark Hamill may be directing a feature version of his comic "The Black Pearl." Participating in the Los Angeles Comedy Shorts Festival in Los Angeles on Saturday, Hamill hinted at the project: Then Hamill dropped numerous hints about the film: it's based on a comic book that Hamill wrote, it's set in the real world, and "at first glance it's a drama, but it has dark humor." "My two co-writers wrote a David O. Russell film for Paramount," he said, "and now they've very hot. So now there are...
- 5/17/2010
- Comingsoon.net
Back in 1996, Mark Hamill wrote a 5-part comic book called The Black Pearl and today we’ve got word via Vairiety that it’s going to be turned into a film and directed by none-other than Luke Skywalker himself! The Black Pearl was always supposed to be a film but apparently mutated into a comic book but now we’ll get to see it come to the big screen via Berkeley Square Films.
Eric Johnson and Paul Tamasy will team up with Hamill to turn the comic book into a screenplay in a movie which according to Variety will have a $7m budget.
Hamill said:
The Black Pearl is a “dark, edgy thriller” that the company hopes will receive an R rating.
“We started getting interest from some pretty big producers a while ago,” said Hamill of the “Pearl” material. “But then it started to take on a life of...
Eric Johnson and Paul Tamasy will team up with Hamill to turn the comic book into a screenplay in a movie which according to Variety will have a $7m budget.
Hamill said:
The Black Pearl is a “dark, edgy thriller” that the company hopes will receive an R rating.
“We started getting interest from some pretty big producers a while ago,” said Hamill of the “Pearl” material. “But then it started to take on a life of...
- 5/17/2010
- by David Sztypuljak
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Last month, we reported that Mark Hamill, who famously played Luke Skywalker in the first Star Wars trilogy, was getting ready to adapt a comic book for the big screen. Given what he said at the time — that "at first glance it’s a drama, but it has dark humor" — we speculated he was talking about 'The Black Pearl', a five-part comic series Hamill wrote back in 1996.
Well, now it appears we were right. According to Digital Spy, it’s been confirmed Hamill will direct a feature version of 'The Black Pearl', which was first published by Dark Horse Comics, through the actor’s Berkeley Square Films company. The screenplay has been written by Paul Tamasy and Eric Johnson in collaboration with Hamill. Michael Uslan, a producer on The Dark Knight, is also on-board, and the project has a budget of approximately $7M.
'The Black Pearl' centers around Luther Drake,...
Well, now it appears we were right. According to Digital Spy, it’s been confirmed Hamill will direct a feature version of 'The Black Pearl', which was first published by Dark Horse Comics, through the actor’s Berkeley Square Films company. The screenplay has been written by Paul Tamasy and Eric Johnson in collaboration with Hamill. Michael Uslan, a producer on The Dark Knight, is also on-board, and the project has a budget of approximately $7M.
'The Black Pearl' centers around Luther Drake,...
- 5/17/2010
- CinemaSpy
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