TL;DR
- Ashlee Simpson wins The Masked Singer season 14.
- Thanks her LGBTQ+ fans, calling them her strongest supporters.
- Excited to perform at WeHo Pride this June.
- Reflects on her growth and experiences on the show.
- Has been a longstanding ally to the LGBTQ+ community.
In a dazzling finale that had fans on the edge of their seats, Ashlee Simpson emerged victorious on The Masked Singer season 14, and she didn’t hold back in expressing her gratitude to a very special group: her LGBTQ+ fans. Unmasked as the fabulous Galaxy Girl, Simpson belted out hits like Olivia Rodrigo’s “Good 4 U” and Pink’s “Try,” proving that she still has what it takes to captivate an audience.
“I’m kind of freaking out right now,” she exclaimed after the big reveal. “I’ve literally had the best experience of my life here. I have grown so much here. It’s shown me a lot for myself because people think, ‘Oh, this is easy.’ It is hard work.” And hard work it was, but it paid off in spades!
In an exclusive chat with Out, Simpson gushed about the unwavering support from her LGBTQ+ fanbase. “Honestly, it was the most exciting moment. It was something I definitely didn’t expect,” she shared, adding, “They give me all the energy I need.” Talk about a powerful connection!
As if winning wasn’t enough, Simpson is set to take the stage at the Outloud Music Festival during West Hollywood Pride this June. “I can’t wait! Last year, I went, and it was the best time. I can’t wait to perform this year!” she said, clearly buzzing with excitement. “[LGBTQ+ fans are] my strongest fanbase and it is the best. To see everyone now, grown and married, I’m like ‘Oh my god, YES!’ There’s no better feeling.”
Simpson’s heartfelt words resonate deeply, especially as she reflects on the journey shared with her fans. “It’s their moment to shine! We all grew up together. This is your moment, let it go! They give me all the energy I need. Tune everything out. Focus on the happiness. Focus on what is good and what is positive. Laugh. Breathe. Everything is going to be okay!”
With a career spanning decades, Simpson has consistently been a staunch ally to the LGBTQ+ community. Who could forget her iconic appearance in the NOH8 campaign back in 2009 with then-husband Pete Wentz? Talk about a trailblazer!
As she continues to inspire and uplift, one thing is clear: Ashlee Simpson and her LGBTQ+ fans are a match made in pop culture heaven, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for this dynamic duo!