Were Jessica Simpson and Kenny Chesney Flirting?

According to People, Kenny Chesney recently responded to tabloid reports that suggested that Simpson was flirting with Chesney at a Fourth of July party.

"Tony’s a friend, and I wouldn’t flirt with a buddy’s girlfriend," explained Chesney. "More importantly, Jessica was just being sweet and there was nothing else to it. It’s not funny. There were no problems. After the party, everybody went their own way and nobody thought anything more about it."

The party was hosted by Chesney’s friend, Sean Payton of the New Orleans Saints.

"If a girl and her boyfriend can’t go to someone’s house for a Fourth of July party and talk to the other guests without it turning into a big nightmare … , then I feel really sorry for Jessica and Tony, who’re both really nice people," added the country singer.

Simpson and Tony Romo, a Dallas Cowboys quarterback, broke up on July 9.