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Jessica and Ashlee Simpson have never gone off the rails because they are part of a "real family", according to dad Joe Simpson.

The former Baptist minister, who manages both of his daughters' careers, is proud that his girls live relatively normal lives and haven't been seduced by the trappings of fame like so many other young stars.

Joe - who is still married to Jessica and Ashlee's mother Tina - said in an interview with Fox News: "We have a real family. You can't just put these kids out in the world and they're on their own. I can remember a time when Jessica was singing at Madison Square Garden and her outfit ripped before she went on. We were there for her."

Despite his reputation as a controlling dad, Joe is adamant he has never told either of his daughters who they should date.

He stated: "I don't tell my girls who to date or marry or what to do."