Jessica Simpson is making a comeback. Before releasing her new EP, Nashville Canyon, in March 2025, she hadn’t released new music or performed in 15 years, so it’s no surprise that she might not exactly be used to performing in front of a large audience anymore.

Jessica Simpson returned to reality TV after 15 years when she took to the American Idol stage for the Season 23 finale on Sunday, May 18. She performed her 2005 hit track "These Boots Are Made for Walkin'" with contestant Josh King,

Jessica Simpson makes a surprise return to singing live on TV, performing on the 'American Idol' finale as Jamal Roberts is crowned the winner of season 23.