Jessica Simpson's Bridal Ride
If you're the typical American female — or Jack from Will & Grace — two of your most common girlie daydreams are: "Omigod, what if I were a pop starlet?" and "I wanna be the bride at a lavish wedding." Well kids, Jessica Simpson got to be both when she recently wed 98 Degrees frontman Nick Lachey! Look for the couple to relive their nups for your vicarious pleasure on InStyle Celebrity Weddings (airing Jan. 21 at 8 pm/ET on NBC).
While they're teen idols, Jessica and Nick — who are 22 and 29, respectively — aren't teens themselves. They seem pretty earnest about setting a good example for their younger fans. "If anything," Nick says, "I'd hope our relationship just offers an example of what a good relationship and real love can be like. I certainly wouldn't want anyone to do what we do just because we did it. If it feels right to be married at whatever age, that's a good step to take. You just have to make sure it's the right thing to do. I don't think our fans are going to run out and get married at 18 just because of us!"
"I love being a role model," Jessica adds, "and Nick has a great heart, and I know people look up to him, too. We can only hope that as a couple, we're role models, and that our fans see the true love that is there." Aww...
Of course, Hollywood hubbies and wives aren't all about hearts and flowers. They're also busy publicizing their careers. Since 98 Degrees' once-hot temperature has cooled, Nick is putting out a solo album in May. Jessica's also wrapping up an album, and returns to guest on That '70s Show as Annette this February. The budding actress — who last year did Dana Carvey's blink-and-ya-missed-it Master of Disguise — also plans a big-screen romantic comedy in 2003, but she's keeping mum on details.
