Jessica Simpson has paid tribute to her "soulmate" Ashlee Simpson Ross.

Ashlee Simpson Ross and Jessica Simpson (C) Instagram

Ashlee Simpson Ross and Jessica Simpson (C) Instagram

The 'Dukes of Hazzard' star has thrown a baby shower to celebrate the impending arrival of her nephew - Ashlee's unborn son with husband Evan Ross - and Jessica paid a glowing Instagram tribute to her sibling.

The 40-year-old singer shared a picture of herself and Ashlee with the caption: "Celebrating the new life with my soulmate, best friend, role model, baby sis @ashleesimpsonross. This lady right here is someone we should all aspire to be... determined, hilarious, artistic, loving, soulful, wise, loyal and a champion of motherhood!!!(sic)"

And the mother-of-three praised her sister for managing to stay in shape during her pregnancy.

Jessica added: "I keep telling her that I looked like this 2 months pregnant. When she needs a good laugh I send her pics of my 3rd pregnancy journey! I love you and I can't wait to be an auntie of 3!(sic)"

Ashlee - who also has son Bronx, 11, with former husband Pete Wentz and daughter Jagger, five, with Evan - also shared photos from the event.

She was joined by Jagger, Jessica and her daughters Maxwell and Birdie, and their mother Tina Simpson.

The 35-year-old star captioned the images: "I'm so grateful to be with my family as we get ready for my baby boy! Not long now! Thank you @tinasimpsonofficial @whambamevents for making my baby shower so special!!!

Ashlee had announced in April that she was expecting her third child and a source revealed at the time that she and Evan had been keen to expand their brood.

The insider said: "Ashlee has been wanting another baby for a long time. They always wanted a big family!"