Russell Simmons says he gave Kimora $50K monthly for 20 years
*Because there are two sides to every story, Russell Simmons isn’t staying silent after Kimora Lee Simmons said she doesn’t “really have a relationship” with her children’s fathers. The comment came from her recent interview with People promoting her new reality show, “Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane.”
In a heartfelt Instagram post on Dec. 14, Simmons claimed he financially supported Kimora with $50,000 a month for two decades. He described himself as her “best/only friend” during their marriage and after, while they raised daughters Ming Lee and Aoki Lee.
Russell Simmons accuses Kimora of stealing his stock shares
The Def Jam co-founder didn’t just talk about their personal bond. He also brought up their ongoing lawsuit over shares in Celsius Energy Drink. Simmons has accused Kimora and her ex-husband Tim Leissner of using his stock without permission.
In the new post, he suggested that Kimora threatened that legal action would damage his access to their children. Simmons stated he’s been fighting for both “my kids’ love and my bread.”
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‘There are two sides’: Simmons says public sees one narrative
Though Kimora hasn’t responded publicly to Russell’s claims, Simmons stressed that the public only hears one version of their story. He emphasized there are “two sides to every story,” hinting at deeper family tensions.
His comments come as Kimora is in the spotlight for her return to reality TV, which may have sparked this renewed public exchange.
Kimora called co-parenting with Russell and others ‘difficult’
In her People interview, Kimora spoke generally about parenting with her exes, including Djimon Hounsou and Tim Leissner. She said she doesn’t maintain a strong relationship with any of them, adding, “Guys are weird.”
The quote has sparked backlash from Russell Simmons, but Kimora has so far stayed quiet about his response. Their relationship has long been complicated, both publicly and privately.
Daughters previously accused Simmons of abusive behavior
The former couple’s daughters have also added to the drama in recent years. In 2023, both Ming and Aoki Lee Simmons publicly accused their father of abusive behavior.
Russell denied the claims at the time, saying his children were being “used” in a family dispute. He has often expressed his love for them on social media.
Timeline of a rocky relationship: marriage, divorce, and court
Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee married in 1998 and finalized their divorce around 2009. Since then, they’ve had multiple public and legal conflicts.
The Celsius lawsuit remains unresolved, and past accusations from both sides have kept their family in the spotlight. Despite that, both have stayed active in media and business.
What makes this Russell Simmons/Kimora feud different
This latest clash stands out because of its timing and tone. Kimora’s reality show reintroduces her to audiences, while Russell has taken a defensive public stance.
His lengthy response highlights the emotional and financial layers of their split, showing how unresolved their issues remain. It may also reignite interest in their decades-long saga.
Why this Russell Simmons Kimora story matters now
With both stars back in the media, their co-parenting drama raises questions about fame, family, and finances. Their story reflects what many blended families face—only with more money and headlines involved.
As their daughters grow into adulthood, how this dispute plays out could impact their legacy and how fans view both Kimora Lee and Russell Simmons.
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