Nick Lachie being candid about the emotional toll of her highly publicized divorce from Jessica Simpsonreveals that the split has left him with a lasting “scar”. The 51-year-old TV personality has been open about the challenges of moving on from her 2006 divorce in Season 3 of “The Ultimatum,” which premiered Wednesday on Netflix.
When talking about their fears about marriage to a contestant, Lachey drew from his own experience. “I’ve been married before, divorced, so I understand the hurt, the scars from that,” Nick shared, according to And! the news.
© Alex WongHe explained that despite the pain of the end of his first marriage, he chose to remain optimistic about love and take a leap of faith when he met his current wife. Vanessa Lacheywhom she married in July 2011. “Don’t let your past define your future,” he advises. “What I really always wanted in my life, which was a beautiful marriage and a beautiful family – if I hadn’t kept my faith in that, I would never have realized the beautiful life I have with this woman.”
Nick and Jessica’s romance began in 1998 after meeting at a Hollywood Christmas parade. The two tied the knot in October 2002 and gave fans an intimate look at their relationship with their reality show, “Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica,” which aired from 2003 to 2005. While the show became a cultural phenomenon, it also exposed cracks. In their marriage, Nick is often portrayed as the patient husband of Jessica’s “dizzy blonde” personality.
© K. MazurTheir marriage ended in 2006, with both parties citing irreconcilable differences. After the split, Nick moved in with Vanessa, 44, whom he met while filming the music video for her single “What’s Left of Me”. The couple now share three children: Camden John12, Brooklyn Elizabeth9, and Phoenix Robert7.
Jessica also found love again, marrying a former NFL player Eric Johnson In 2014. The couple has three children-Maxwell Drew12, knot the ace11, and Birdie Mae5. However, recent rumors suggest that Jessica and Eric may be facing their marital struggles.
Jessica Simpson’s iconic “chicken of the sea” tuna mix-up comes to mind
Jessica Simpson became a household name in the early 2000s, not only for her music or marriage to Nick Lachey, but also for an unforgettable moment on MTV’s reality show “Newlyweds: Nick & Jessica.” It was 2003, and during a casual meal the couple had, Jessica innocently popped a question that has been immortalized in pop culture history. “Is this chicken, what I have, or this fish?” she asked as she grabbed her food fork. Confused, he clarified, “I know it’s tuna, but it says ‘chicken of the sea.’ Is that stupid?”
© Mark MainzNick’s amused expression and his deadpan reaction perfectly captured the joy of the moment. What could have been an easily forgotten misunderstanding instead became a defining scene that fans of the show still refer to to this day.
The mix reflected Jessica’s endearing authenticity, which made her relatable to the audience. Jessica herself later embraced the moment, admitting in interviews that she didn’t really understand the branding of “Chicken of the Sea” as a type of tuna. The phrase has taken on a life of its own, often referring to moments of innocent confusion.
