Jessica Simpson made a bold and unforgettable entrance at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards over the weekend, commanding attention in a sheer, sculptural black gown that turned the red carpet into her runway. The singer's gown featured layered black tulle, wrapped and draped around her frame in a way that felt both architectural and sensual.
The structured bustier neckline was framed with dramatic mesh wings at the shoulders, giving a touch of avant-garde flair. The sheer paneling across the legs revealed a matching bodysuit underneath, maintaining modesty while fully leaning into the daring theme of the evening.
Jessica's hair was swept into a voluminous high ponytail with soft waves and her makeup was equally flawless: bronzed, glowing skin, nude glossed lips, fluttering lashes, and smoky eyes. Long, glittering drop earrings framed her face, adding just the right amount of sparkle.
© WireImageBut it wasn't her dress that drew fan's attention with some saying she looked unrecognizable in the face.
"Is Jessica Simpson in the room with us?" wrote one fan.
"[She] looks so different," added another, "She was naturally so pretty," weighed in one more.
© AFP via Getty Images"Looks great . But she doesn't look like herself anymore," added another.
The singer recently opened up about her current relationship status six months after she announced her divorce from her ex-husband, Eric Johnson.
During an interview on Today with Jenna & Friends, the 45-year-old shared whether she is ready to start dating again. "Are you interested in dating? Can I set you up with anybody?" asked Jenna Bush-Hager.
"I'd totally jump on that," replied Jessica. "Yes I'm single – very into like, very... I'm ready!"
© Getty ImagesThe host then encouraged the singer to reveal more about her dream partner. "What are you into so I can set my criteria?" she asked.
"My type of person is one of a kind. I don't have a look, or anything," shared the hitmaker. "I just like for somebody to be individually, who they are. And exude confidence without the ego."
She continued: "It's hard to find but I feel like it's out there. I don't need somebody to be supportive of me all the time. I feel like the independence that I have right now, if I can have that and give it to someone else, that'd be cool."
