Jessica Simpson leaves little to the imagination at the 2025 MTV VMAs. The 45-year-old singer turned heads with her bold ensemble after almost 20 years of hiatus at the iconic music event.
Simpson hit the red carpet and posed for the cameras at New York’s UBS Arena on Sunday. For the event, the “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’” hitmaker opted for a skin-baring, $7,900 sheer dress by Christian Siriano, Page Six reported.
Simpson’s gown features black underwires accentuating her bust and waist. The off-the-shoulder sleeves and crisscrossing strips of black tulle add a delicate and dramatic effect.
She topped the look with a chic updo and glamorous makeup. Simpson also accessorized with matching dangling earrings and rings.
Jessica Simpson Makes Successful VMAs Comeback
GettySimpson’s 2025 VMAs appearance marks her first time at the event in nearly two decades. She last attended in 2006, when she took the stage as a presenter.
This year, the “Take My Breath Away” singer presented the Latin Icon award to Ricky Martin. The two worked together in the past, with Simpson opening for Martin on his 1999 “Livin’ la Vida Loca” tour.
Speaking with Access Hollywood, Simpson opened up about her return to the awards show. “It’s so great to be surrounded by musicians [and] entertainers,” she said. “I haven’t been in this world in a really long time, so I kind of feel like a little bit of an outsider.”
Also present at the 2025 VMAs was Ashlee Simpson, who recently kicked off her Las Vegas residency.
Fans React to Jessica Simpson’s VMAs Return
Simpson’s 2025 VMAs red carpet appearance instantly set social media abuzz. While some were impressed with the singer’s bold look, others were critical of it.
Someone wrote on X, “That’s Jessica Simpson? Doesn’t look like her! She does look great, though. I’m trying to figure out who this looks like.”
One fan commented, “I know that’s not Jessica Simpson,” while another chimed in, “Jessica Simpson…. That face is PULLED TIGHT lol.”
Another joked, “Jessica Simpson looks like she had an allergic reaction to some expired Chicken of the Sea.”
Meanwhile, some showed their support for the singer, with one writing, “Jessica Simpson looks amazing y’all need to shut the f*** up #VMAs”
Another pointed out, “People are talking so much about Jessica Simpson’s appearance. She looks stunning! She’s 45 years old. We’re not in the 2000s anymore.”
A fan wrote on Reddit,“She looks amazing, I’m so happy for her!” while another chimed in, “Why are people so cruel about her? She looks amazing.”
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