Russell Denies Inappropriate Romance With Kimora Lee Simmons When She Was 17

Hip hop mogul Russell Simmons has been taking just a few arduous hits these days. The music icon has been embroiled in scandal after he was hit not solely with allegations of sexual assault by a number of girls, however a documentary about their accusations has been made public. He is stepped ahead to vehemently deny that he is ever engaged in any acts of sexual misconduct, however the controversy has triggered folks to convey up his relationship with ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons.

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There was gossip that Russell Simmons started courting Kimora when she was an underaged mannequin. They had been married, had kids collectively, and later divorced, however they’ve maintained a detailed friendship all through the years. Lately, Russell gave Kimora a birthday shoutout, and within the feedback, Russell addressed rumors that he dated his ex-wife when she wasn’t of-age.

“I by no means do that however… That’s not true…,” he reportedly penned in a since-deleted remark. “She turned 18 proper after i met her February trend week Tyra banks (our bridesmaid) Cindy Crawford Naomi had been all again stage on the Mary McFadden present they stated i used to be a modelizer and that i wasn’t gonna stick round… i believe that will have impressed her (the problem).”

“We received to know one another by Might we had been relationship,” Russell added. “She was authorized at 17 However she turned 18 that will her mom and her supervisor Bethann Hardison permitted supported and Rushed us (we actually didn’t want a push) and the love affair started Folks like to speak once in a while i unfastened my cool and speak again so take this recommendation Be pleased and share happiness… attempt to suppose uplifting ideas and continue to learn to follow love… that’s our purpose… oh and rejoice the queen @kimoraleesimmons.” Take a look at his birthday put up to Kimora Lee Simmons under.

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