Pete Wentz has described the recent controversy surrounding Jessica Simpson's weight gain as a "bummer."

The Fall Out Boy rocker - who is married to Jessica's little sister Ashlee - says that he feels sorry for women in general due to the focus placed on female body shapes.

He tells Extra, "I think that the media puts too harsh of a spotlight on women in general, and I think it's a bummer.

"It's bad for young women. I see it affecting young girls who come to our shows, and that's a bummer.

"Real beauty is on the inside, man."

Pete is just the latest star to speak out in Jessica's defense, following messages of support from Ashlee, Miley Cyrus and Kim Kardashian.

See Jessica's fuller figure below