ENTREPRENEUR Russell Simmons and model/mogul Kimora Lee Simmons welcomed two daughters during their marriage.
Their youngest daughter, Aoki Lee Simmons, is an accomplished model who’s making headlines for her dating life.
Who is Aoki Lee Simmons?
Aoki Lee Simmons is the youngest daughter of Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons.
Born on August 16, 2002, the 21-year-old is a successful model and has over 800 thousand followers on Instagram.
She was accepted to Harvard University at just 16 years old and graduated from the Ivy League in May 2023.
The following month, Aoki spoke with People about the collegiate accomplishment.
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She said: “I feel grateful, proud and relieved — in that order! It’s a surreal feeling to be done with something that was such a huge part of my life. Now, like every other graduate, I’m on to the next chapter.
“I’m so thankful for the village of people that spurred me along and helped keep me focused. My mom, my sister, my little brothers back at home. It took a whole tribe, trust me!”
Who is Aoki Lee Simmons dating?
Aoki Lee Simmons is dating Vittorio Assaf, according to an April 5, 2024 report from People.
The outlet reports that Vittorio is a restaurateur who founded the Serafina Restaurant Group.
A source close to Aoki tells People that the couple met while vacationing in St. Barts and are “enjoying each others’ company.”
At 65 years old, Vittorio is 43 years older than Aoki, according to Page Six.
The publication also reports that the couple were seen kissing on the beach in St. Barts while on a PDA-packed outing.
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Who is Aoki Lee’s sister?
Aoki Lee Simmons has an older sister, Ming Lee Simmons, who was born on January 21, 2000.
Like Aoki, Ming grew up in front of the cameras. Both sisters modeled and walked runways for their mother’s clothing line at a young age.
In October 2017, Ming spoke with W Magazine about her experience with modeling as a child.
She said: “I grew up on the runway, walking with my mom and sister at the end of every Baby Phat show during fashion week in New York.
“I’ve been in ads with my mom and sister since I was two years old. I’m only now realizing how uncommon that is and I’m deeply appreciative of those experiences.”
Ming graduated from New York University in May 2023, according to Yahoo! Life.