Ashley Nicolle Ross-Næss, professionally known as Ashlee Simpson, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality.
The younger sister of singer and actress Jessica Simpson, she has achieved success in multiple industries and become a household name.
Her talent and hard work have made her a respected figure in the entertainment industry.
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- Full name: Ashley Nicole Rose-Nice
- Stage name: Ashlee Simpson
- Date of birth: October 3, 1984
- Age: 40 years old
- Birthplace: Waco, Texas, USA
- Nationality: United States
- Occupation: Singer, actor
- Height: 1.7m
- Parents: Tina Ann, Joe Truett Simpson
- Siblings: Jessica Simpson
- Spouses: Pete Wentz (m. 2008-201) and Evan Ross (m. 2014)
- Children: Bronx Wentz
- Relationship: Married
- Net worth: $11 million
early life and education
Ashley Nicolle Ross-Næss was born on October 3, 1984 in Waco, Texas, United States.
Her parents, Tina Ann Simpson and Joe Truett Simpson, welcomed her into the world. She also has an older sister, Jessica Simpson, who is a famous singer and actress.
Ashley attended Prairie Creek Elementary School and Richardson North Junior High School in Texas. She is of mixed race, with English, Irish and German ancestry.
Although she was raised a Baptist, she later began exploring other spiritual beliefs and practices.
Profession
Ashlee Simpson began her career as a backup dancer for her sister, Jessica Simpson, and gained early fame through her appearance on the reality TV show Newlyweds.
Her breakthrough came in 2004 with her debut album Autobiography, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Her hit single “Pieces of Me” reached the top five on the Billboard Hot 100, and her reality show “The Ashlee Simpson Show” further expanded the album’s success.
The show gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at her journey as a rising artist, cementing her place in pop culture.
Building on her early success, Simpson released her second album, I Am Me, in 2005. Like its predecessor, the album debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and included hit singles such as “Boyfriend” and “LOVE.”
Despite facing public scrutiny over her lip-syncing controversy on “Saturday Night Live,” she’s continued to build her career.
She tried her hand at acting in the film Undiscovered and made her Broadway debut as Roxie Hart in Chicago, demonstrating her versatility as a performer.
In later years, Simpson explored new creative directions, working with renowned producers such as Timbaland on her third album, Bittersweet World.
Although the album faced commercial challenges, it marked a stylistic shift and reflected her artistic growth.
She later formed the musical duo Ashlee + Evan with husband Evan Ross, releasing fresh material and re-engaging audiences.
Through his dedication to music and performance, Simpson developed a loyal fan base and remains a recognized figure in the entertainment industry.
Awards and nominations
- Billboard Music Awards Female New Artist of the Year (2004)
- Teen Choice Award for Choice TV Character: Female (2004)
- Choice Television Teen Choice Awards: Breakthrough Actress (2004)
- MTV Australia Award for Best Female Artist (2005)
- Radio Disney Music Award for Best New Artist (2005)
social media
- Instagram account: @ashleesimpsonross
- Twitter account: @ashleesimpson
personal life
Ashlee Simpson is a married woman who tied the knot with Evan Ross, the son of legendary singer Diana Ross. The couple began dating in July 2013 and got engaged in January 2014.
They exchanged vows on August 30, 2014, and have since welcomed two children: daughter Jagger Snow, born July 30, 2015; son Ziggy Blue , born in 2020.
Ashley is also the mother of her son, Bronx Mowgli, from her ex-wife, musician Pete Wentz. The couple married in 2008 but eventually divorced in 2011.
discography
- Hot Girls(2002)
- 7th Heaven(2002)
- Malcolm in the Bank (2003)
- The Ashlee Simpson Show(2004)
- CSI: New York (2004)
- Nick and Jessica’s Family Christmas (2004)
- Undiscovered(2005)
- Melrose Place(2009)
- The Pawn Shop Chronicles (2013)
- Winter’s Bone(2010)
- Space Dogs: A Moon Adventure (2014)
film chronology
- I am who I am (2005)
- A Bittersweet World(2008)
- Pieces of Me(2004)
- Lala(2004)
- Shadow(2004)
- Autobiography(2004)
- Boyfriend(2005)
- Love(2005)
- Invisible(2006)
- Out of My Head (Ay Ya Ya) (2007)
net worth
Ashlee Simpson has an estimated net worth of $11 million, a testament to her multi-faceted career in the entertainment industry.
Her income stems from her success as a singer-songwriter, with multiple chart-topping albums such as “Autobiography” and “I Am Me” and hit singles such as “Pieces of Me.”
