Nick Lachey Comes to Jessica Simpson’s Defense
When Jessica Simpson got dressed for the 99.9 Kiss Country’s annual Chili Cookoff in Pembroke Pines, Fla., we doubt she had any idea the backlash her curvy figure would get.
After these pics were taken of Simpson and the media has had a hayday with them, fellow celebs as well as ex-husband, Nick Lachey, are coming to her defense.
“I wish her nothing but the best, and I hope she’s happy - whatever size that comes in,” he tells Extra. “I can’t believe it’s this big of a story and people are making such a huge deal about it. I’m never ceased to be amazed by people’s reactions to things.”
Other stars who chatted with Us magazine echo Lachey’s opinion.
“I think this is absolutely ridiculous. People are being so mean,” Paula Abdul told usmagazine.com. “People don’t realize that it’s damaging to one’s psyche. For women, it’s hard enough to be accepted for how you are.”
Rose McGowan added that she wants Simpson to say “eff off” to critics.
“It’s sad because you see a lot of male actors who gain a lot of weight in between roles,” she said. “The reality is, if I went and gained 30 pounds in between roles, I wouldn’t get roles. I think that’s sexism, and it drives me crazy!”
We think it’s really cool that Hollywood is rallying behind Jess! Now if she could just find herself a new stylist she’d be all set.