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Kimora Lee Simmons Brands Daughter Aoki Lee's 44-Year Age Gap Romance 'Predatorial'

Kimora Lee Simmons brands daughter Aoki Lee's romance with 65-year-old Vittorio Assaf 'predatorial' in candid podcast interview about the 44-year age gap.

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Russell Simmons sues HBO Max $20 million for defamation, claims documentary ignored evidence

Music mogul Russell Simmons is suing HBO Max.

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Russell Simmons sues HBO and film-makers over documentary detailing alleged sexual abuse

Music executive claims defamation in suit seeking $20m from the film-makers and distributors of On the Record

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Russell Simmons rape accuser says music mogul ‘caused pain’ as she refiles lawsuit

The Def Jam Recordings co-founder is once again facing legal action over the alleged assault in the 1990s

The Independent UK

#BringBackOurGirls: Hashtags alone will not safeguard women’s lives and rights

It has been a little over a decade since 270 female students were kidnapped from a school in Chibok, Nigeria by the extremist armed group Boko Haram. While, many of the girls escaped, were rescued or were released in exchanges, many others remain missing or feared dead.

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The Long Wave: The Lamar v Drake beef has gone legal – what does it say about today’s hip-hop industry?

In this week’s newsletter: Lawyers are now involved in the most explosive rap feud of the century. A look at the potential cultural and commercial impact, and how hip-hop became big business

The Guardian - UK

“I co-wrote most of everything on the Beastie Boys album”: Rick Rubin on his greatest hits of the ’80s - from the Beasties to Roy Orbison

Plus: his pick for the greatest rock 'n' roll producer of all time

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Kings From Queens: The Run-DMC Story review – incredibly honest and raw TV

This look at the hip-hop legends spares no effort in telling their tale exactly as it was, from substance abuse to their darkest hours. It’s intelligent, nuanced TV – even if it could be more open about Russell Simmons

The Guardian - UK

Aoki Lee Simmons Splits From Vittorio Assaf, Age Gap Controversy.

Aoki Lee Simmons' breakup with Vittorio Assaf stirs speculation and parental concern, adding layers to the narrative.

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Aoki Lee Simmons And Vittorio Assaf's St. Barts Romance

21-year-old Aoki Lee Simmons and 65-year-old Vittorio Assaf's romantic vacation in St. Barts sparks curiosity and speculation about their relationship.

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Russell Simmons Supports Daughter's Controversial Romance With Older Man

Russell Simmons supports daughter Aoki amid controversy over her relationship with Vittori Assaf. Kimora Lee Simmons hints at frustration. Aoki remains com...

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Russell Simmons' Daughter Aoki Lee Simmons Sparks Controversy With Boyfriend

Russell Simmons shares photos of daughter Aoki Lee Simmons amid controversy over her relationship with Vittorio Assaf. Aoki refers to Assaf as her 'boyfrie...

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Kimora Lee Simmons' Daughter Aoki Sparks Controversy With Older Boyfriend

Kimora Lee Simmons reacts to daughter Aoki's PDA with Vittorio Assaf in St. Barts, sparking mixed reactions.

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The Diddy raid reminds us that it’s never too late for alleged victims to be heard

Years of work by alleged victims and advocates have led to an investigation of the mogul and a suit against Russell Simmons

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Russell Simmons sued over alleged rape of Def Jam executive in the 1990s

Plaintiff alleges she faced harassment and battery by the hip-hop mogul and that her career was stalled by his ‘assaultive behavior’

MusicRadar

"It's like the universe had this incredible power to affect my ear and make me stay in one place": How an ear infection birthed Licensed to Ill's groundbreaking production and drove the Beastie Boys and Rick Rubin apart

A look back at the Beastie Boys' rocky relationship with the bearded superproducer

The Independent UK

Kimora Lee Simmons speaks out on ex-husband Russell Simmons’s ‘abusive’ behaviour towards daughters

In videos and screenshots posted to social media, Aoki and Kimora Lee Simmons have spoken publicly of their relationship with the Def Jam co-founder

Los Angeles Times

Russell Simmons' daughter insists he's 'completely changed,' and it's been 'terrifying'

Russell Simmons' daughters and ex-wife have taken to Instagram with claims that the music mogul has been emotionally abusive and increasingly volatile.

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Salon

Why Jo Koy gave up on Middle America

On "Salon Talks" the comic discussed the "grind" of stand-up, Filipinos on TV and "cool" romantic break ups

The Independent UK

Aoki Lee Simmons responds to fan who asked why she is pursuing modelling while studying at ivy league school

Harvard student says: ‘Nothing is a waste of your talent if you are enjoying it’

The Independent UK

Ex-Goldman Sachs banker convicted in plot to loot 1MDB fund

A former Goldman Sachs banker has been convicted on corruption charges accusing him of participating in a $4.5 billion scheme to loot the Malaysian state investment fund, 1MDB

The Guardian - UK

Red carpets and banana skins: Jane Campion and the Oscars hopefuls who jeopardised their chances

The Power of the Dog director has apologised for remarks about the Williams sisters, but they could cost her a gong. If so, she wouldn’t be the first nominee to fall from A-list to blacklist

The Guardian - US

The New York trial that has it all: Hollywood, megayachts, giant sums of money

The 1MDB swindle is one of the most remarkable cases to hit New York’s justice system in years – and the trial has had some surprising moments

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