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Ashlee Simpson Embraces SNL Lip-Sync Incident with Humor

4/7/2026

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Ashlee Simpson (singer and actress), 41, says she can now laugh about the 2004 lip-syncing incident on Saturday Night Live (SNL).
After winning The Masked Singer, she acknowledged public humiliation but said the experience made her stronger.
She confirmed she will return to Saturday Night Live, noting the incident does not define her.
Simpson's sister, Jessica, supported her during the Masked Singer finale, where both participated separately.

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Ashlee Simpson (singer and actress), 41, says she can now laugh about the 2004 lip-syncing incident on Saturday Night Live (SNL).
After winning The Masked Singer, she acknowledged public humiliation but said the experience made her stronger.
She confirmed she will return to Saturday Night Live, noting the incident does not define her.
Simpson's sister, Jessica, supported her during the Masked Singer finale, where both participated separately.