JESSICA Simpson shocked fans with her seemingly changed appearance while presenting an award to Ricky Martin at the 2025 Video Music Awards.
The singer took the stage following Ricky’s medley performance to present him with the show’s first-ever Latin Icon Award on Sunday night.
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However, as soon as she approached the mic, fans were taken aback, as her face looked significantly different from what fans remembered.
Jessica, 45, wore a see-through black gown with a sweetheart neckline and a sheer bottom that fell down to her ankles.
She completed the look with silver jewelry, black heels, and her blonde hair styled in a sleek ponytail.
WHO’S THAT GIRL?
All eyes were mainly on the actress’s face, as she wore a plumper pout than usual, according to viewers at home.
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The Newlyweds alum’s eyes popped with her dark eye makeup, which she paired with a light pink lip that drew fans to her seemingly fuller pout.
Jessica later returned to the stage with her sister, Ashlee Simpson, 40, to present the award for Best Collaboration, which went to Lady Gaga and Bruno Mars for their song Die with a Smile.
The Employee of the Month star changed her ensemble to a strapless, body-hugging black dress with a low-cut top, putting her cleavage on display.
“That don’t even look like Jessica Simpson,” one person wrote on X.
“THAT IS NOT JESSICA SIMPSON,” another demanded.
“Oh miss jessica simpson is PUMPED up,” a third commented.
“Omg that’s Jessica Simpson? I didn’t even recognize her,” said a fourth.
“So no one was gonna tell me that Jessica Simpson don’t look like Jessica Simpson anymore. I missed a couple chapters,” a fifth added.
Meanwhile, other fans were more excited about Jessica and Ricky sharing the stage, over two decades after they first reached mega-stardom.
Jessica noted in her presentation that she and the Livin’ La Vida Loca singer came up in the music industry together in the late 1990s.
WILDEST MOMENTS IN VMAS HISTORY
Madonna’s Like a Virgin performance (1984): The controversial performance at the first-ever VMAs launched her into superstardom and established the awards show as a venue for bold pop culture moments.
Britney Spears, Madonna, and Christina Aguilera kiss (2003): During a medley that showcased Britney and Christina in wedding gowns, Madonna kissed them both. But it was Britney and Madge locking lips that was the kiss seen around the world. The moment was especially shocking when the camera cut to Britney’s then-boyfriend, Justin Timberlake, whose stunned reaction seemed disapproving.
Kanye West interrupts Taylor Swift (2009): After Taylor, 19, won the award for Best Female Video, Kanye, 32, rushed onto the stage and infamously declared that Beyoncé had the “best video of all time” for Single Ladies and deserved the award instead. This was the beginning of a decades-long feud between Kanye and Taylor, which continues to this day.
Lil Mama crashes the stage (2009): In the middle of Jay-Z and Alicia Keys’ performance of Empire State of Mind, Lip Gloss rapper Lil Mama inexplicably walked up, despite being held back by Beyonce. She posed alongside Jay-Z and Alicia as she invited herself into the performance. She posed on stage with them at the end, despite Lil Mama not being a part of the song or the performance.
Lady Gaga’s meat dress (2010): The pop star wore a dress, hat, and shoes made entirely out of raw flank steak. She later explained the outfit was a protest against the military’s “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy, stating it symbolized fighting for your rights or ending up “meat on your bones”.
Beyoncé’s pregnancy reveal (2011): At the end of her performance of Love on Top, Beyoncé unbuttoned her blazer and rubbed her belly, confirming her first pregnancy to the world. Her husband, Jay Z, watched from the crowd and celebrated with the audience.
Nicki Minaj vs. Miley Cyrus (2015): While accepting the award for Best Hip-Hop Video, Nicki called out Miley Cyrus, who was hosting that year, by asking, “Miley, what’s good?” Nicki later claimed she was genuinely upset with Miley due to comments she had recently made in an interview.
While Ricky won fans over with his signature dance moves and catchy lyrics, Jessica also wowed with her incredible vocals in hits like I Wanna Love You Forever.
Jessica has since focused her efforts on her clothing and beauty lines, although she has made headlines for her physical transformation over the years.
In 2011, the TV star signed on as a spokesperson for Weight Watchers after struggling to maintain her slimmer figure.
She’s also been open about her struggles with alcoholism and her journey to sobriety, which has taken a physical and mental toll on the music icon.
Additionally, Jessica’s name has been in the tabloids since announcing her split from her husband, former NFL star Eric Johnson, 45, earlier this year.
The exes, who’ve been together for 10 years, are parents of three children but have reportedly been living separate lives for months before revealing they’ve officially parted ways.
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