Simpson has become a controversial figure, having filed numerous complaints over the years—targeting beauty pageants, law enforcement, and even the Langley Fire Department. In 2021, the department issued her a warning after she made more than 30 non-emergency calls for assistance getting out of the bathtub. Officials also accused her of lewd conduct toward emergency responders.
Her public behavior has led to criminal charges, including weapons possession and mischief. Simpson has also faced backlash over alleged inappropriate conduct involving minors and accusations of racism.
A particularly high-profile incident involving a gynecology clinic reignited debate over whether medical treatment should be determined by gender identity or biological anatomy. Medical experts note that most gynecologists are not trained to treat individuals with male anatomy unless gender-affirming surgery has been completed. Critics argue that Simpson’s demands disregard medical limitations, while supporters maintain that transgender individuals are entitled to equal access to care.
Public figures have weighed in as well. Comedian Ricky Gervais mocked the controversy in a 2019 Halloween tweet, sarcastically announcing he’d dress as “brave female activist Jessica Yaniv”—a jab that fueled further online debate.
The broader conversation surrounding Simpson’s actions highlights unresolved tensions in the healthcare system about how best to reconcile gender identity with clinical realities.
