On Tuesday (9.10,) Jessica Simpson confirmed that an “entirely real, raw” documentary series about her life and career is in production.
In a formal statement, the singer/actress announced that she has partnered with producer Van Toffler at production company Gunpowder & Sky, writing:
“I am very humbled to team up with Gunpowder & Sky and Van Toffler, who has been a long-time collaborator and supporter of mine, to make a documentary series that is entirely real, raw and more personal than anything I have done before.” “In releasing my (2020) memoir, Open Book, I was moved to learn just how much people saw themselves in my story. I am ready to share a lot that has happened in my life since that book was published, including an artistic journey and return to music inspired by pain and betrayal as well as beauty and forgiveness.”
Assuring fans that she’s looking forward to “reconnecting” with them in the lead-up to the release of the program, Simpson hopes they can “inspire each other and move forward on our parallel journeys”.
Addressing her religious upbringing, experiences of abuse, divorce from former husband Nick Lachey, and the founding of her popular self-titled clothing brand, the producers insisted the project is “unlike anything she has done before” as the series will also follow the multi-hyphenate hitmaker as she returns to making music. Jessica’s last album, Happy Christmas, was released back in 2010.
And Van noted that the star, who shares three children with her husband Eric Johnson, is now ready to be back in the spotlight.
“Having had the pleasure of meeting Jessica while I was at MTV – during her burgeoning music career and amidst the tempest that surrounded her during (early 2000s reality TV series) Newlyweds – I’ve seen her bravely wear her heart on her sleeve and punch back with unyielding honesty.” “Her journey, like most great novels, has seen the highest peaks and profound valleys, yet through it all, she has persisted and flourished. It’s a privilege to collaborate with her in telling her story,” praised the executive.
At press time, the potential release date for the documentary has yet to be announced.
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Author: Saul Goode
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