About
Ashlee Simpson, born Ashley Nicolle Ross-Næss, is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and television personality. She gained initial recognition as a backup dancer for her older sister, Jessica Simpson, before venturing into acting with a main role on the family drama 7th Heaven. Simpson further rose to prominence with her own reality show, The Ashlee Simpson Show, which aired on MTV and chronicled her journey while working on her debut album. She quickly became a subject of considerable media attention, similar to her sister.
Career Timeline
7th Heaven Recurring Role
Gets recurring role on 7th Heaven, gaining early acting experience.
The Ashlee Simpson Show Debut
Stars in her own MTV reality show, boosting her visibility.
Autobiography Album Release
Releases debut album 'Autobiography,' which achieves commercial success.
SNL Lip-Sync Controversy
Infamous SNL performance leads to significant backlash and negatively affects her career.
I Am Me Album Release
Releases second album 'I Am Me,' which performs moderately well despite the controversy.
Bittersweet World Album Release
Releases third album to mixed reviews, struggling to regain initial success.
Marriage to Evan Ross
Marries Evan Ross, focusing on family and occasional acting roles.
Ashlee+Evan Reality Show
Returns to reality television with her husband, attempting a career revival.
Continued Media Presence
Simpson maintains a media presence through occasional television appearances and family life.
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Last updated: February 21, 2026