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Russell Wendell Simmons (born October 4, 1957) is an American entrepreneur, writer and record executive. He co-founded the hip-hop label Def Jam Recordings, [1] and created the clothing fashion lines Phat Farm, Argyleculture, and Tantris. He has promoted veganism and a yoga lifestyle, and published books on lifestyle, health, and ...
May 27, 2020 · Where is Russell Simmons Now? Multiple women spoke out against Simmons in an expose by The New York Times, which came out in December 2017. Following the allegations, Simmons stepped down from his companies All Def Digital, Def Pictures, his film company, and Russell’s yoga lifestyle brand Tantris.
May 25, 2024 · Russell Simmons has lived in Bali since 2018, but he swears that the relocation doesn't mean he's been hiding out from allegations of rape and sexual misconduct.
Jun 20, 2023 · Russell Simmons has been accused of sexual misconduct by more than a dozen women, but over Father's Day weekend his woes seemed to worsen when his ex-wife and daughter took to social media to...
Apr 2, 2014 · Who Is Russell Simmons? Before Jay Z, Diddy and Dre there was Russell Simmons — the original hip-hop mogul. A former New York street hustler turned promoter, artist manager, record producer,...
Feb 13, 2024 · Russell Simmons is once again facing sexual assault allegations. A former Def Jam video producer filed a complaint to New York Federal Court on Feb. 12, coming forward with claims of rape and...
Dec 8, 2023 · It is impossible, for instance, to discuss hip-hop’s transition to the “golden age” without discussing Run-DMC, Def Jam records, and Russell Simmons. His business aspirations are largely credited with having facilitated hip-hop’s transition from subculture to mainstream product.