London, Nov 1 - Singer-actress Jessica Simpson has confirmed on her Twitter page that she is "going to be a mummy".

The 31-year-old is expecting her first child with NFL star Eric Johnson and confirming the news, she uploaded a picture of herself dressed as an Egyptian mummy and cradling her baby bump.

"It's true - I'm going to be a mummy!" she posted.

Simpson, who has been keeping quiet about her pregnancy for some time, is reportedly expecting a girl. (IANS)