Jessica Simpson recently shared a heartwarming yet striking update on her son, Ace Knute: at 12 years old, he has already surpassed her in height.
The singer and actress posted a rare photo of the pair together to her Instagram story, with a caption that playfully acknowledged the growth spurt. “My 12yr old is much taller than mama,” she wrote, set to Ben E. King’s classic song, “Stand By Me,” revealing that Ace was born while the tune played in the background.
The photo shows Simpson and Ace in a casual kitchen setting, with Ace kissing his mother’s head—a simple yet tender moment captured for her followers. The image highlights how quickly children grow, as Ace already towers over Simpson, who stands at 5’3″.
For context, Simpson shares three children with her ex-husband, Eric Johnson: Maxwell Drew (born in 2012), Ace Knute (born in 2013), and Birdie Mae (born in 2019).
Simpson has spoken openly about the joys of motherhood, previously telling Entertainment Tonight that watching her children grow is the most rewarding aspect of being a parent. She emphasized the innocence and heart her kids bring to everything they do, highlighting the unique bond between a mother and her children.
This update serves as a lighthearted reminder of how rapidly time passes, especially in childhood—a universal experience many parents can relate to.
