"Aoki Lee Simmons' Controversial Romance: Russell Simmons' Supportive Pics and Kimora Lee's Response"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Page Six
Russell Simmons shares supportive photos of daughter Aoki amid her controversial romance with Vittorio Assaf, posting throwback pictures and an inspirational quote on Instagram. The 21-year-old's relationship with the 65-year-old restaurateur has sparked headlines due to their significant age gap. Simmons, who shares his daughters with ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons, has had a tense relationship with them in the past, including public disputes on social media. Aoki, a recent Harvard University graduate and rising model, has lived much of her life away from the public eye, while Assaf, previously married to Charlotte Bonstrom, has yet to publicly address their new romance.