Daniel Zirilli, a prolific director, producer and writer of action films and more than 200 music videos including the Rolling Stones’ “Voodoo Lounge,” died April 28. He was 58.
His death was announced by his family. No cause was disclosed, but an Instagram message posted by his daughter Talise Zirilli last weekend indicated that he had been missing since April 24.
Born November 13, 1965, Zirilli founded Popart Film Factory at age 24 after graduating from Pepperdine University in Malibu. In the subsequent years, he would direct and writer more than 30 feature films, most in the action and thriller genres. He was a producer on more than 85 films.
Among his most recent, Zirilli directed, produced and co-wrote Invincible, released by Lionsgate in 2022. Shot on location in Thailand, Invincible starred Johnny Strong, Marko Zaror and Michael Pare, who also appeared in Zirilli’s Hollow Point (2019) along with Luke Goss and Jay Mohr.
Other films credits include Acceleration (2019) starring Dolph Lundgren,...
His death was announced by his family. No cause was disclosed, but an Instagram message posted by his daughter Talise Zirilli last weekend indicated that he had been missing since April 24.
Born November 13, 1965, Zirilli founded Popart Film Factory at age 24 after graduating from Pepperdine University in Malibu. In the subsequent years, he would direct and writer more than 30 feature films, most in the action and thriller genres. He was a producer on more than 85 films.
Among his most recent, Zirilli directed, produced and co-wrote Invincible, released by Lionsgate in 2022. Shot on location in Thailand, Invincible starred Johnny Strong, Marko Zaror and Michael Pare, who also appeared in Zirilli’s Hollow Point (2019) along with Luke Goss and Jay Mohr.
Other films credits include Acceleration (2019) starring Dolph Lundgren,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Tibet House US is dedicated to preserving Tibet’s unique culture at a time when it is confronted with extinction on its own soil. By presenting Tibetan civilization and its profound wisdom, beauty, and special art of freedom to the people of the world, we hope to inspire others to join the effort to protect and save it.
Tibet House US is part of a worldwide network of Tibetan institutions committed to ensuring that the light of the Tibetan spirit never disappears from the face of this earth.
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Tibet House has 32 known supporters, including Sting, Russell Simmons, and Hugh Jackman
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Tibet House US is part of a worldwide network of Tibetan institutions committed to ensuring that the light of the Tibetan spirit never disappears from the face of this earth.
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Tibet House has 32 known supporters, including Sting, Russell Simmons, and Hugh Jackman
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- 5/1/2024
- Look to the Stars
The Get Schooled Foundation is a non-profit focused on increasing high school and college graduation rates, improving postsecondary readiness and promoting the importance of education by directly engaging and empowering young people to take control of their own education.
Get Schooled does this by using the power of media, technology and popular culture to motivate young people to graduate from high school and go to — and succeed in — college. Get Schooled has partnered with Viacom and they leverage the power of Viacom’s diverse brands from BET Networks, MTV Networks and Paramount Pictures to raise awareness among relevant stakeholders and communities about the challenges facing America’s public education system.
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Get Schooled Foundation has 27 known supporters, including John Legend, Russell Simmons, and Common
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Get Schooled does this by using the power of media, technology and popular culture to motivate young people to graduate from high school and go to — and succeed in — college. Get Schooled has partnered with Viacom and they leverage the power of Viacom’s diverse brands from BET Networks, MTV Networks and Paramount Pictures to raise awareness among relevant stakeholders and communities about the challenges facing America’s public education system.
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Get Schooled Foundation has 27 known supporters, including John Legend, Russell Simmons, and Common
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- 4/17/2024
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Aoki Lee Simmons went viral this past weekend when she debuted her relationship with the much-older businessman and restaurateur Vittorio Assaf, but they’ve already split according to insiders.
The 21-year-old model, who is the daughter of Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons, was spotted kissing and flaunting Pda with Vittorio, 65, during a beach day in St. Barts.
Sources told People that the two were really dating, adding, “Aoki and Vittorio are spending time together and enjoying each others’ company.”
Aoki referred to Vittorio as her “boyfriend” in an Instagram Live video over the weekend, but insiders now say the couple has already broken up.
Keep reading to find out more…
A source told Page Six that it was just a fling, adding, “It’s 100% done. They’re absolutely not dating.”
One of Aoki‘s friends chatted with the outlet and says the model told them on Monday, “Of course,...
The 21-year-old model, who is the daughter of Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee Simmons, was spotted kissing and flaunting Pda with Vittorio, 65, during a beach day in St. Barts.
Sources told People that the two were really dating, adding, “Aoki and Vittorio are spending time together and enjoying each others’ company.”
Aoki referred to Vittorio as her “boyfriend” in an Instagram Live video over the weekend, but insiders now say the couple has already broken up.
Keep reading to find out more…
A source told Page Six that it was just a fling, adding, “It’s 100% done. They’re absolutely not dating.”
One of Aoki‘s friends chatted with the outlet and says the model told them on Monday, “Of course,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Russell Simmons is reacting to the news that his daughter, Aoki Lee Simmons, and founder of the Serafina Restaurant Group, Vittorio Assaf, are romantically linked.
The 21-year-old model and 65-year-old businessman were seen kissing on vacation in St. Barts in the Caribbean.
Aoki is the daughter of Russell, who co-founded Def Jam Recordings, and Kimora Lee Simmons.
Now, he’s reacting to his daughter’s kissing photos that have gone viral.
Keep reading to find out more…
Russell told TMZ, “I’m not gonna kick and scream about her choices. All I can do is offer my advice and unconditional love.” Russell also shared that his daughter told him this news would be breaking, so he did have a heads up before the photos made the rounds online.
The 21-year-old model and 65-year-old businessman were seen kissing on vacation in St. Barts in the Caribbean.
Aoki is the daughter of Russell, who co-founded Def Jam Recordings, and Kimora Lee Simmons.
Now, he’s reacting to his daughter’s kissing photos that have gone viral.
Keep reading to find out more…
Russell told TMZ, “I’m not gonna kick and scream about her choices. All I can do is offer my advice and unconditional love.” Russell also shared that his daughter told him this news would be breaking, so he did have a heads up before the photos made the rounds online.
- 4/8/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Aoki Lee Simmons and Vittorio Assaf are sparking new romance rumors.
Earlier this week, the 21-year-old model – who is the youngest daughter of Kimora Lee Simmons and Russell Simmons – was spotted kissing the 65-year-old Serafina restaurants co-founder while on vacation in St. Barts.
Keep reading to find out more…On Tuesday (April 2), Aoki and Vittorio packed on the Pda while spending the day at the beach, as seen in photos obtained by Page Six.
For their beach day, Aoki wore an olive-green and tribal-print bikini while Vittorio sported a blue-and-white-printed swimsuit.
During their outing, Aoki was seen modeling for Vittorio as he snapped some photos of her on his phone and the two were also seen going for a dip in the ocean.
Based on their Instagram posts, it looks like Aoki and Vittorio have been in St. Barts since last week, but they never posted any photos of them together.
Earlier this week, the 21-year-old model – who is the youngest daughter of Kimora Lee Simmons and Russell Simmons – was spotted kissing the 65-year-old Serafina restaurants co-founder while on vacation in St. Barts.
Keep reading to find out more…On Tuesday (April 2), Aoki and Vittorio packed on the Pda while spending the day at the beach, as seen in photos obtained by Page Six.
For their beach day, Aoki wore an olive-green and tribal-print bikini while Vittorio sported a blue-and-white-printed swimsuit.
During their outing, Aoki was seen modeling for Vittorio as he snapped some photos of her on his phone and the two were also seen going for a dip in the ocean.
Based on their Instagram posts, it looks like Aoki and Vittorio have been in St. Barts since last week, but they never posted any photos of them together.
- 4/5/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
For years, people have “heard grumblings and whispers” — as #MeToo founder Tarana Burke puts it — about the questionable behavior of Sean “Diddy” Combs.
“But I think the question,” Burke adds, “was there ever going to be any level of accountability?”
Five months ago, Combs’ life dramatically changed. Singer Cassie, the music mogul’s former partner and a recording artist, sued him for sexual assault and said he repeatedly raped and physically abused her for nearly a decade; they reached a settlement two days later. But subsequent lawsuits from more women followed with claims of rape and sexual assault, and in February producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones — who worked on Combs’ recent Grammy-nominated album — accused the entrepreneur of harassing and trafficking him. Christian Combs, the entertainer’s 26-year-old son, has been accused of sex assault in a lawsuit filed this week that also listed 54-year-old Combs as a defendant, multiple outlets reported.
“But I think the question,” Burke adds, “was there ever going to be any level of accountability?”
Five months ago, Combs’ life dramatically changed. Singer Cassie, the music mogul’s former partner and a recording artist, sued him for sexual assault and said he repeatedly raped and physically abused her for nearly a decade; they reached a settlement two days later. But subsequent lawsuits from more women followed with claims of rape and sexual assault, and in February producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones — who worked on Combs’ recent Grammy-nominated album — accused the entrepreneur of harassing and trafficking him. Christian Combs, the entertainer’s 26-year-old son, has been accused of sex assault in a lawsuit filed this week that also listed 54-year-old Combs as a defendant, multiple outlets reported.
- 4/5/2024
- by Mesfin Fekadu
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Nyclass believes in the power of organizing and mobilizing the animal protection voting bloc to move humane legislation.
Nyclass is a 501©4 non-profit animal advocacy organization committed to ending the inhumane NYC carriage horse industry. Nyclass advocates for retiring the carriage horses to sanctuary, while modernizing the current industry with a clean and safe alternative to this outdated tradition – the 21st Century Horseless Carriage. Founded in 2008 by a coalition of prominent animal lovers and business leaders, Nyclass has grown to over 110,000 supporters with activist chapters in all five boroughs.
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Nyclass is a 501©4 non-profit animal advocacy organization committed to ending the inhumane NYC carriage horse industry. Nyclass advocates for retiring the carriage horses to sanctuary, while modernizing the current industry with a clean and safe alternative to this outdated tradition – the 21st Century Horseless Carriage. Founded in 2008 by a coalition of prominent animal lovers and business leaders, Nyclass has grown to over 110,000 supporters with activist chapters in all five boroughs.
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- 3/8/2024
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City Year is an education-focused organization founded in 1988 dedicated to helping students and schools succeed. City Year partners with public schools in 26 urban, high-poverty communities across the U.S. and through international affiliates in the U.K. and Johannesburg, South Africa. Diverse teams of City Year AmeriCorps members provide high-impact student, classroom and school-wide support, to help students stay in school and on track to graduate from high school, ready for college and career success.
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City Year has 55 known supporters, including Russell Simmons, Jennifer Garner, and Edward Norton
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- 3/5/2024
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Almost immediately after its founding in 1955, the Village Voice became the most raucous, irreverent and important alternative newspaper in America. At one point the Voice was the most read weekly in the country, serving as Andy Warhol put it “the entire liberal thinking world.” In her excellent new book The Freaks Came Out to Write: The Definitive History of the Village Voice, the Radical Paper That Changed American Culture, Voice veteran Tricia Romano has compiled an oral history of the seminal alt-weekly. Romano’s book is a vital and wildly...
- 3/2/2024
- by Tricia Romano
- Rollingstone.com
Four survivor-led advocacy organizations — including those founded by former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson and California Governor Gavin Newsom’s wife and filmmaker Jennifer Siebel Newsom — published a letter and report on Wednesday calling for the music business to take further action regarding sexual misconduct across the industry.
The report, titled “Sound Off: The Make Music Safe Report” compiled decades of previously disclosed allegations against over two dozen prominent artists and industry executives such as Sean “Diddy” Combs, Axl Rose, Anti-Flag’s Justin Geever, composer Danny Elfman, former Def Jam head Russell Simmons,...
The report, titled “Sound Off: The Make Music Safe Report” compiled decades of previously disclosed allegations against over two dozen prominent artists and industry executives such as Sean “Diddy” Combs, Axl Rose, Anti-Flag’s Justin Geever, composer Danny Elfman, former Def Jam head Russell Simmons,...
- 2/29/2024
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
Mercy For Animals is dedicated to preventing cruelty to farmed animals and promoting compassionate food choices and policies.
Imagine a world free of cruelty. Where we nurture our bodies, minds and spirits with wholesome, healthy food that is kind to animals and sustainable for our planet. Mercy For Animals believes that world is possible, in fact inevitable, if we work together to elevate humanity to its fullest potential.
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Mercy For Animals has 39 known supporters, including Russell Simmons, Pamela Anderson, and Leona Lewis
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Imagine a world free of cruelty. Where we nurture our bodies, minds and spirits with wholesome, healthy food that is kind to animals and sustainable for our planet. Mercy For Animals believes that world is possible, in fact inevitable, if we work together to elevate humanity to its fullest potential.
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Mercy For Animals has 39 known supporters, including Russell Simmons, Pamela Anderson, and Leona Lewis
Read more about Mercy For Animals's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Stars Say No To McDonald's Chicken CrueltyCelebrities Speak Out: Walmart Pork Is Cruelty On A ForkHal Sparks To Host Mercy For Animals 15th Anniversary GalaPamela Anderson Honored At Star-Studded Mercy For Animals GalaRise Against Releases Special 7" Vinyl For Record Store Day
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- 2/26/2024
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Russell Simmons has been sued for defamation for allegedly trying to undermine sexual assault accusations made against him.
Drew Dixon, a former Def Jam Recordings executive who alleges she was raped by the music mogul in 1995, claims in a lawsuit filed on Thursday in New York’s state Supreme Court that Simmons engaged in a “concerted and malicious campaign to discredit” her with the aim of undercutting her rape accusations. Among other statements, Simmons said in an interview on a podcast in December, “Could someone want notoriety in the market where people thirst for fame” and “I’ve never been forceful in any of my relationships,” all of which were “consensual.”
The complaint was filed on the heels of another suit against Simmons for sexual assault and battery from an ex-executive at the label he cofounded, who sued as a Jane Doe.
In 1995, Dixon says Simmons invited her to his...
Drew Dixon, a former Def Jam Recordings executive who alleges she was raped by the music mogul in 1995, claims in a lawsuit filed on Thursday in New York’s state Supreme Court that Simmons engaged in a “concerted and malicious campaign to discredit” her with the aim of undercutting her rape accusations. Among other statements, Simmons said in an interview on a podcast in December, “Could someone want notoriety in the market where people thirst for fame” and “I’ve never been forceful in any of my relationships,” all of which were “consensual.”
The complaint was filed on the heels of another suit against Simmons for sexual assault and battery from an ex-executive at the label he cofounded, who sued as a Jane Doe.
In 1995, Dixon says Simmons invited her to his...
- 2/15/2024
- by Winston Cho
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Russell Simmons is facing another lawsuit, this time for defamation after former music executive Drew Dixon claims the Def Jam Records co-founder defamed her by calling her a “liar” after she accused him of sexually assaulting her, according to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone.
Dixon, who worked as an A&r executive at the label from 1993 until leaving shortly after the alleged assault in 1995, filed suit in New York on Thursday and is seeking compensatory and punitive damages.
Attorneys for Dixon point to an interview Simmons gave in December...
Dixon, who worked as an A&r executive at the label from 1993 until leaving shortly after the alleged assault in 1995, filed suit in New York on Thursday and is seeking compensatory and punitive damages.
Attorneys for Dixon point to an interview Simmons gave in December...
- 2/15/2024
- by Cheyenne Roundtree
- Rollingstone.com
A former Def Jam executive has sued Russell Simmons for sexual harassment and battery, claiming the embattled label founder pulled a “wrestling move” to pin her to the bed in his New York apartment and raped her in the 1990s, according to court documents obtained by Rolling Stone.
The Jane Doe filed suit in New York federal court on Tuesday and is now among 20 women to accuse Simmons of sexual assault or harassment, according to the suit. Doe claims she joined the record label as a senior-level music executive in...
The Jane Doe filed suit in New York federal court on Tuesday and is now among 20 women to accuse Simmons of sexual assault or harassment, according to the suit. Doe claims she joined the record label as a senior-level music executive in...
- 2/13/2024
- by Cheyenne Roundtree and Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
A former senior executive at Def Jam Recordings is suing the label’s co-founder Russell Simmons, alleging he raped her in 1997 and that was sexually harassed, assaulted and battered during their time working together.
The plaintiff identified only as Jane Doe claims her “career in the music industry was disrupted and derailed by a devastating experience at the hands of Mr. Simmons.” The lawsuit filed today in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (read it here) labels the mogul “a rich and powerful celebrity whose wealth and influence allowed his abusive behavior to go unchallenged for decades.”
“While at first Mr. Simmons and Ms. Doe had a professional working relationship, Mr. Simmons revealed his true colors and, through his assaultive behavior, disabled Ms. Doe’s career at Def Jam, a job she loved, at the height of her success and financial viability,” reads the 18-page complaint.
The plaintiff identified only as Jane Doe claims her “career in the music industry was disrupted and derailed by a devastating experience at the hands of Mr. Simmons.” The lawsuit filed today in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (read it here) labels the mogul “a rich and powerful celebrity whose wealth and influence allowed his abusive behavior to go unchallenged for decades.”
“While at first Mr. Simmons and Ms. Doe had a professional working relationship, Mr. Simmons revealed his true colors and, through his assaultive behavior, disabled Ms. Doe’s career at Def Jam, a job she loved, at the height of her success and financial viability,” reads the 18-page complaint.
- 2/13/2024
- by Erik Pedersen
- Deadline Film + TV
Russell Simmons has been sued for sexual harassment and battery by a former Def Jam Recordings executive, who accuses the music mogul of raping her at his apartment more than 25 years ago.
The plaintiff, who sued as a Jane Doe, is described in the complaint filed in New York federal court on Tuesday as a former senior music executive and video producer at at the label who currently works as a writer and producer. She says her career was stalled by Simmons’ systematic harassment of her in the 1990s.
According to the complaint, Simmons asked the accuser to visit his apartment in New York to approve a new video. He initially began to “wrestle” with her “in an attempt to appear playful,” but the “situation escalated into aggression,” with him pinning her down on a bed, the suit claims.
“Ms. Doe repeatedly told Mr. Simmons to get off of her,...
The plaintiff, who sued as a Jane Doe, is described in the complaint filed in New York federal court on Tuesday as a former senior music executive and video producer at at the label who currently works as a writer and producer. She says her career was stalled by Simmons’ systematic harassment of her in the 1990s.
According to the complaint, Simmons asked the accuser to visit his apartment in New York to approve a new video. He initially began to “wrestle” with her “in an attempt to appear playful,” but the “situation escalated into aggression,” with him pinning her down on a bed, the suit claims.
“Ms. Doe repeatedly told Mr. Simmons to get off of her,...
- 2/13/2024
- by Winston Cho
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation (Rpaf) is dedicated to providing inner city youth across New York City with significant exposure to the arts, as well as to supporting emerging artists with exhibition opportunities.
Rush was founded in 1995 by three brothers: Danny Simmons, visual artist and community builder; media mogul Russell Simmons; and Joseph "Rev. Run" Simmons of the legendary hip-hop group Run-dmc.Their goal was to fill the gap that the disenfranchised and people of color faced in both accessing the arts and exhibition opportunities.
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Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation has 36 known supporters, including Bill Clinton, Sting, and Lady Gaga
Areas of work ChildrenCreative ArtsAt-Risk/Disadvantaged Youths Read more about Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles John Legend Buys Himself At Charity AuctionBid For Yoga With Russell SimmonsHip Hop Royalty Auction “Crown Jewels” for CharitySimmons Commits Money To CharityLTTS Exclusive: An Interview With Kim Kardashian
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Rush was founded in 1995 by three brothers: Danny Simmons, visual artist and community builder; media mogul Russell Simmons; and Joseph "Rev. Run" Simmons of the legendary hip-hop group Run-dmc.Their goal was to fill the gap that the disenfranchised and people of color faced in both accessing the arts and exhibition opportunities.
Celebrity supporters
Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation has 36 known supporters, including Bill Clinton, Sting, and Lady Gaga
Areas of work ChildrenCreative ArtsAt-Risk/Disadvantaged Youths Read more about Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles John Legend Buys Himself At Charity AuctionBid For Yoga With Russell SimmonsHip Hop Royalty Auction “Crown Jewels” for CharitySimmons Commits Money To CharityLTTS Exclusive: An Interview With Kim Kardashian
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- 2/6/2024
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When you think of rap music, odds are you imagine Run Dmc. The legendary band comprised of Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons, Daryll “Dmc” McDaniels, and the late Jason “Jam Master Jay” Mizell rose to prominence in the 1980s to become the first superstar rappers in history. To this day, their music ranks as some of the most iconic of all time. Now, the story of how two teens from New York became the legendary tracksuit-clad Run Dmc is a three-part series (read our review here).
The new Peacock documentary series Kings From Queens: The Run Dmc Story tells of the rise of the Queens teenagers from the early days working alongside future super-producer Russell Simmons to their meteoric rise up the charts. The series looks at their collaboration with Aerosmith to their 2023 reunion at Yankee Stadium to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of hip-hop. All of it is included in this...
The new Peacock documentary series Kings From Queens: The Run Dmc Story tells of the rise of the Queens teenagers from the early days working alongside future super-producer Russell Simmons to their meteoric rise up the charts. The series looks at their collaboration with Aerosmith to their 2023 reunion at Yankee Stadium to celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of hip-hop. All of it is included in this...
- 2/1/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Plot: A three-part documentary series chronicling the iconic forefathers of hip-hop, Run Dmc. This unique series will take you back to the 1980s, when Joseph “Rev Run” Simmons, Darryl “Dmc” McDaniels, and Jason “Jam Master Jay” Mizell cultivated a one-of-a-kind sound that took not only Queens, but the world, by storm.
Review: In college, a professor made us watch Ken Burns’ series Jazz. At first, I rolled my eyes at the prospect of watching an eighteen-hour documentary about one genre of music. I was shocked when I became engrossed by the series and began appreciating jazz as never before. Few documentaries can harness an entire genre in such a way, but the new three-part series Kings From Queens: The Run Dmc Story manages to encapsulate the origin of rap by focusing on one of the most legendary duos to ever perform. With direct participation from Joseph Simmons and Daryl McDaniels,...
Review: In college, a professor made us watch Ken Burns’ series Jazz. At first, I rolled my eyes at the prospect of watching an eighteen-hour documentary about one genre of music. I was shocked when I became engrossed by the series and began appreciating jazz as never before. Few documentaries can harness an entire genre in such a way, but the new three-part series Kings From Queens: The Run Dmc Story manages to encapsulate the origin of rap by focusing on one of the most legendary duos to ever perform. With direct participation from Joseph Simmons and Daryl McDaniels,...
- 1/31/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Jam Master Jay, the trailblazing DJ who propelled Run-dmc to become hip-hop’s first superstar group, was shot dead at a recording studio in Queens, New York more than two decades ago. Now three men will stand trial for the death of the DJ, whose real name was Jason Mizell. Prosecutors allege the men were dealing drugs with Mizell at the time they shot him dead over a deal gone bad.
In 2020, federal authorities charged two of the men — Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan, Jr. — with one count each of...
In 2020, federal authorities charged two of the men — Ronald Washington and Karl Jordan, Jr. — with one count each of...
- 1/26/2024
- by Kory Grow
- Rollingstone.com
Designer and model Lauren Bush – niece of George W. Bush and daughter-in-law of Ralph Lauren – is co-founder of Feed Projects and designer of the world renown Feed Bags.
She is passionately involved in world hunger causes.
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Lauren Bush has supported the following charities:
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She is passionately involved in world hunger causes.
Charities & foundations supported
Lauren Bush has supported the following charities:
10x10ADAPT Community NetworkAmerican Foundation for AIDS ResearchFood Bank For New York CitySomaly Mam FoundationThe Feed FoundationWorld Food Programme Read more about Lauren Bush's charity work and events. Related articles Reese Witherspoon Helps Feed The ChildrenLauren Bush And Petra Nemcova Are Women Who CareLauren Bush Visits Guatemala For CharityIvanka Trump Among Presenters At Women Who Care Charity EventSomaly Mam Foundation To Honor Russell Simmons At Celebrity Charity Gala
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- 1/22/2024
- Look to the Stars
The Somaly Mam Foundation is a charity working to end sex slavery. With the vision and leadership of world renowned Cambodian activist, Somaly Mam, the foundation strives to get to the root of human trafficking. The global vision will allow the activities currently in the United States and South East Asia to expand to other countries around the world.
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Somaly Mam Foundation has 39 known supporters, including Lady Gaga, Russell Simmons, and Oprah
Areas of work WomenHuman RightsRape/Sexual AbuseSlavery & Human Trafficking Read more about Somaly Mam Foundation's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Celebrities Attend An Evening Of New DreamsSusan Sarandon To Be Honored By Somaly Mam FoundationSomaly Mam Foundation To Host Star-Studded Charity Event TonightDoSomething.org's Top 20 2010 Celebrity Charity ChampionsShay Mitchell Joins Fight Against Sex Trafficking
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Somaly Mam Foundation has 39 known supporters, including Lady Gaga, Russell Simmons, and Oprah
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- 1/15/2024
- Look to the Stars
Norby Walters, a music agent who worked with Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, Marvin Gaye, Kool & the Gang and Public Enemy before gaining renown in Hollywood for his annual “Night of 100 Stars” Oscar party and weekly poker game, has died. He was 91.
Walters died Dec. 10 of natural causes at an assisted living facility in Burbank, his son, producer Gary Michael Walters (Whiplash), told The Hollywood Reporter.
Walters hosted his first Oscar night gala in 1990 and the last in 2017, most often inside the Beverly Hilton’s Crystal Ballroom. Among those who attended were Shirley Jones, Robert Forster, Charles Bronson, Patricia Neal, Richard Dreyfuss, Eva Marie Saint, Martin Landau, Louis Gossett Jr., J.K. Simmons, Cliff Robertson, Red Buttons, Jon Voight and Allison Janney.
Walters for years also presided over a weekly poker game at his West Hollywood high-rise condo. The low-stakes $2 game was, his son said, “designed to be a place where actors could kibbutz,...
Walters died Dec. 10 of natural causes at an assisted living facility in Burbank, his son, producer Gary Michael Walters (Whiplash), told The Hollywood Reporter.
Walters hosted his first Oscar night gala in 1990 and the last in 2017, most often inside the Beverly Hilton’s Crystal Ballroom. Among those who attended were Shirley Jones, Robert Forster, Charles Bronson, Patricia Neal, Richard Dreyfuss, Eva Marie Saint, Martin Landau, Louis Gossett Jr., J.K. Simmons, Cliff Robertson, Red Buttons, Jon Voight and Allison Janney.
Walters for years also presided over a weekly poker game at his West Hollywood high-rise condo. The low-stakes $2 game was, his son said, “designed to be a place where actors could kibbutz,...
- 12/21/2023
- by Mike Barnes and Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Antonio “L.A.” Reid — a Grammy-winning music executive known for helping launch the careers of Usher, OutKast and Pink — has been sued by a former Arista Records executive who claims she was sexually assaulted and retaliated against by Reid, who allegedly obstructed her career after she rebuffed further advances.
In a lawsuit filed in New York federal court on Wednesday, Drew Dixon accuses Reid, who she worked under starting in the early 2000s, of assaulting her on two occasions. After she rejected other overtures, she alleges Reid responded by “punishing the artists” she had “already signed or by blocking the artists she attempted to sign,” including Kanye West and John Legend.
The case follows accusations from Dixon made in 2017 that Russell Simmons, co-founder of Def Jam Recordings, raped her and that Reid harassed her, forcing her out of the music industry. (Simmons denied the claim.) The same year, Reid exited...
In a lawsuit filed in New York federal court on Wednesday, Drew Dixon accuses Reid, who she worked under starting in the early 2000s, of assaulting her on two occasions. After she rejected other overtures, she alleges Reid responded by “punishing the artists” she had “already signed or by blocking the artists she attempted to sign,” including Kanye West and John Legend.
The case follows accusations from Dixon made in 2017 that Russell Simmons, co-founder of Def Jam Recordings, raped her and that Reid harassed her, forcing her out of the music industry. (Simmons denied the claim.) The same year, Reid exited...
- 11/9/2023
- by Winston Cho
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
L.A. Reid, who helped develop music superstars Mariah Carey, Pink, TLC, and Usher, has been sued by a former music executive on accusations of sexually assaulting her more than two decades ago.
Drew Dixon claims Reid, 67, derailed her rising career after he became Arista Records’ chief executive and she rejected his advances. The allegations include two alleged sexual assaults that she said occurred in 2001.
The case is Dixon v Reid and was filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court in the Southern District of New York. Dixon seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages in her lawsuit.
Reid and his representatives have so far not commented on the lawsuit.
Although the allegations date back to the turn of the century, Dixon is suing under New York state’s Adult Survivors Act. That gives adults a one-year window to sue over alleged sexual abuse that occurred long ago, even if the statutes of limitations have expired.
Drew Dixon claims Reid, 67, derailed her rising career after he became Arista Records’ chief executive and she rejected his advances. The allegations include two alleged sexual assaults that she said occurred in 2001.
The case is Dixon v Reid and was filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court in the Southern District of New York. Dixon seeks unspecified compensatory and punitive damages in her lawsuit.
Reid and his representatives have so far not commented on the lawsuit.
Although the allegations date back to the turn of the century, Dixon is suing under New York state’s Adult Survivors Act. That gives adults a one-year window to sue over alleged sexual abuse that occurred long ago, even if the statutes of limitations have expired.
- 11/9/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Former Arista Records executive Drew Dixon has filed a lawsuit against L.A. Reid, alleging the music mogul continually harassed and sexually assaulted her twice in 2001 while she was working for him, according to court records obtained by Rolling Stone.
Dixon sued in the Southern District of New York on Wednesday under the Adult Survivors Act, which opened up a one-year window for victims of sexual offenses to file a civil suit against their abuser outside the statute of limitations’ expiration date. The window closes on November 24th.
Dixon has been...
Dixon sued in the Southern District of New York on Wednesday under the Adult Survivors Act, which opened up a one-year window for victims of sexual offenses to file a civil suit against their abuser outside the statute of limitations’ expiration date. The window closes on November 24th.
Dixon has been...
- 11/8/2023
- by Cheyenne Roundtree
- Rollingstone.com
“I want to contribute more to earth than I take away from it,” Simmons says.
Simmons supported a PETA protest against the treatment of chickens at KFC.
He is Co-Chairman of the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network.
Charities & foundations supported
Russell Simmons has supported the following charities:
Ace Programs for the HomelessAnimals AsiaChampions for ChildrenChrysalisCity YearCoalition to Abolish Slavery and TraffickingCompound FoundationDavid Lynch FoundationDiamond Empowerment FundEarth Day NetworkElton John AIDS FoundationEndometriosis Foundation of AmericaFarm SanctuaryFeeding AmericaFoundation for Ethnic UnderstandingGabrielle's Angel FoundationGet Schooled FoundationGLAADGreater Than AIDSHip Hop Sisters FoundationHip-Hop Summit Action NetworkLisa Lopes FoundationMercy For AnimalsNYCLASSPETA(Red)Robin HoodRush Philanthropic Arts FoundationSomaly Mam FoundationThe Doe FundThe Humane SocietyTibet HouseTibet House Ustj Martell FoundationTony Hawk FoundationUS Doctors for Africa Read more about Russell Simmons's charity work and events. Related articles Russell Simmons and Lil' Kim Support Lisa Lopes OrphanageCelebrity Auctions For ChristmasCelebrities Kept Busy With Charity InitiativesBono's Charity Auction Raises $42.6m for (Red...
Simmons supported a PETA protest against the treatment of chickens at KFC.
He is Co-Chairman of the Hip-Hop Summit Action Network.
Charities & foundations supported
Russell Simmons has supported the following charities:
Ace Programs for the HomelessAnimals AsiaChampions for ChildrenChrysalisCity YearCoalition to Abolish Slavery and TraffickingCompound FoundationDavid Lynch FoundationDiamond Empowerment FundEarth Day NetworkElton John AIDS FoundationEndometriosis Foundation of AmericaFarm SanctuaryFeeding AmericaFoundation for Ethnic UnderstandingGabrielle's Angel FoundationGet Schooled FoundationGLAADGreater Than AIDSHip Hop Sisters FoundationHip-Hop Summit Action NetworkLisa Lopes FoundationMercy For AnimalsNYCLASSPETA(Red)Robin HoodRush Philanthropic Arts FoundationSomaly Mam FoundationThe Doe FundThe Humane SocietyTibet HouseTibet House Ustj Martell FoundationTony Hawk FoundationUS Doctors for Africa Read more about Russell Simmons's charity work and events. Related articles Russell Simmons and Lil' Kim Support Lisa Lopes OrphanageCelebrity Auctions For ChristmasCelebrities Kept Busy With Charity InitiativesBono's Charity Auction Raises $42.6m for (Red...
- 11/1/2023
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Kim Kardashian West is a TV personality and socialite who encourages other celebrities to give their clothes to charity auctions. She donates her clothes to raise money for the Dream Foundation, a wish-granting organization for adults suffering from life-limiting illnesses.
Kim travelled to Africa for Russell Simmons's Diamond Empowerment Fund, and blogged about what she learned during her trip.
Read our exclusive interview with Kim here.
Charities & foundations supported
Kim Kardashian West has supported the following charities:
Alzheimer's AssociationAmerican Foundation for AIDS ResearchBaycrest FoundationBreast Cancer Research FoundationClara Lionel FoundationDiamond Empowerment FundDream FoundationElizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS FoundationElton John AIDS FoundationGeneration RescueGive LoveI Heart My GirlfriendsMake It RightMattel Children's HospitalOperation Once in a LifetimeRace to Erase MSSkin Cancer FoundationSoles4SoulsThe Humane SocietyThe Salvation ArmyTrue Colors FundWe AdvanceWomenHeart Read more about Kim Kardashian West's charity work and events. Related articles Kim Kardashian Sheds Her Clothes... AgainNicole Richie Attends Charity T-Shirt LaunchThere'll Be Feuding And Fighting Between Celebrities.
Kim travelled to Africa for Russell Simmons's Diamond Empowerment Fund, and blogged about what she learned during her trip.
Read our exclusive interview with Kim here.
Charities & foundations supported
Kim Kardashian West has supported the following charities:
Alzheimer's AssociationAmerican Foundation for AIDS ResearchBaycrest FoundationBreast Cancer Research FoundationClara Lionel FoundationDiamond Empowerment FundDream FoundationElizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS FoundationElton John AIDS FoundationGeneration RescueGive LoveI Heart My GirlfriendsMake It RightMattel Children's HospitalOperation Once in a LifetimeRace to Erase MSSkin Cancer FoundationSoles4SoulsThe Humane SocietyThe Salvation ArmyTrue Colors FundWe AdvanceWomenHeart Read more about Kim Kardashian West's charity work and events. Related articles Kim Kardashian Sheds Her Clothes... AgainNicole Richie Attends Charity T-Shirt LaunchThere'll Be Feuding And Fighting Between Celebrities.
- 10/11/2023
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The Humane Society of the United States’ Animal Rescue Team crisscrosses the country saving thousands of animal lives every year from cruelty, animal fighting and natural disasters. The Hsus’ Animal Rescue Team has a fully equipped response team and the nation’s leading experts to assist law enforcement with investigation, evidence and animal seizure as well to coordinate animal care, sheltering and final relocation.
The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Nassau County, N.Y. and Ocean and Monmouth Counties in New Jersey, to help animals in these devastated areas.
Working in partnership with New Jersey Spca, the Kent County Delaware Spca, Toms River Animal Control and the Jersey Shore Animal Shelter, The Hsus has rescued nearly 200 animals in New Jersey and reunited dozens of pets with their owners. The Hsus also opened an emergency shelter in Ocean County to accommodate the growing number of...
The Humane Society of the United States is on the ground in Nassau County, N.Y. and Ocean and Monmouth Counties in New Jersey, to help animals in these devastated areas.
Working in partnership with New Jersey Spca, the Kent County Delaware Spca, Toms River Animal Control and the Jersey Shore Animal Shelter, The Hsus has rescued nearly 200 animals in New Jersey and reunited dozens of pets with their owners. The Hsus also opened an emergency shelter in Ocean County to accommodate the growing number of...
- 10/6/2023
- Look to the Stars
As Teen Vogue’s latest cover star, Aoki Lee Simmons detailed her life as a model, Harvard graduate, and daughter in one of the most famous families at the intersection of hip-hop and fashion. In June, she called out her father, Russell Simmons, the co-founder of Def Jam Records and manager of the foundational rap group Run Dmc, for becoming erratic and abusive towards them. In her new interview, she said, “I don’t regret it.”
Her public condemnation of Simmons came after Aoki’s sister Ming posted a tribute...
Her public condemnation of Simmons came after Aoki’s sister Ming posted a tribute...
- 9/12/2023
- by Mankaprr Conteh
- Rollingstone.com
To honour and celebrate the 50th birth anniversary of Hip-Hop, Def Jam Recordings India is thrilled to announce a grand celebration with a series of rap concerts across three major cities – Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru on 11th and 12th August 2023. The label, which has sincerely strived to push the burgeoning Hip-Hop culture in India by supporting various hard-hitting bodies of work and in honour of this significant milestone, Def Jam Recordings India is teaming up with top Indian rappers and record producers from Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru for an unforgettable experience.
The stellar line-up includes Def Jam India’s signed emcee Raga, Bella, and Chaar Diwaari in Delhi-ncr; HanumanKind, Rawal, Parimal Shais, Killa K, and Dhp in Bengaluru; and Def Jam India’s Rapper Irfana, DJ Ishani and Bobkat in Mumbai.
The multi-city concerts, titled ‘Def Jam India Presents 50 Years of Hip-Hop’, will take place on 11th August 2023 in Delhi and Bengaluru at Imperfecto Patio,...
The stellar line-up includes Def Jam India’s signed emcee Raga, Bella, and Chaar Diwaari in Delhi-ncr; HanumanKind, Rawal, Parimal Shais, Killa K, and Dhp in Bengaluru; and Def Jam India’s Rapper Irfana, DJ Ishani and Bobkat in Mumbai.
The multi-city concerts, titled ‘Def Jam India Presents 50 Years of Hip-Hop’, will take place on 11th August 2023 in Delhi and Bengaluru at Imperfecto Patio,...
- 8/7/2023
- by Editorial Desk
- GlamSham
“I woke up one day and realized that, just by virtue of being born lucky, I had so much more than everyone else,” says Abigail Disney. “And I don’t think I’ve slept well since I figured that out.”
Disney, the granddaughter of The Walt Disney Company co-founder Roy O. Disney, has used her considerable means to make the world a better place since the ‘90s, backing a string of non-profits and producing documentaries that shine a light on societal injustices. These have included Pray the Devil Back to Hell,...
Disney, the granddaughter of The Walt Disney Company co-founder Roy O. Disney, has used her considerable means to make the world a better place since the ‘90s, backing a string of non-profits and producing documentaries that shine a light on societal injustices. These have included Pray the Devil Back to Hell,...
- 7/25/2023
- by Marlow Stern
- Rollingstone.com
Aoki Lee Simmons may not be popular in Hollywood, but she walks around with one of the industry’s famous last names. Russell Simmons is one of the biggest names in the entertainment world, popularly known for co-founding Def Jam Recordings. Aoki is Russell’s second child and daughter. Although she made appearances in the reality TV show Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane, Aoki has grown to become a beautiful young woman with a spirited determination to succeed. Aoki is a model and archeologist and continues to be an inspiration to young girls. Here are 10 things to know about Aoki...
- 7/21/2023
- by Onyinye Izundu
- TVovermind.com
Def Jam Recordings cofounder Russell Simmons is being accused of verbal abuse by ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons and their daughters, Ming and Aoki Lee Simmons. It all started on June 18 when Ming seemingly shaded her dad by choosing to honor her mom on Father's Day instead of him. "Happy Father's Day...
- 6/22/2023
- by Michele Mendez
- Popsugar.com
Aoki Lee Simmons is speaking out after sharing that she’s been targeted by sexist, racist and hateful messages on social media amid her public dispute with her father, music mogul Russell Simmons.
Aoki, 20, took to her Instagram story on Wednesday night to call out those who have been pelting her and her family with misogynistic and profane remarks online.
“I wonder how your mothers, sisters, daughters, nieces, girlfriends, wives, would feel seeing some of the sexist, racist, honestly foul comments and messages some of you ‘men’ are leaving me,” the model and recent Harvard grad wrote. “The misogynistic stereotypes and names, the absolute hate for women of color a lot of your comments show, just waiting to take [out] your anger at how you feel you’ve been ‘treated’ by women.”
“All of us ‘b*tches are like this’ and ‘this is the problem with you girls/women/black women/bitter women/hoes/ skanks today,...
Aoki, 20, took to her Instagram story on Wednesday night to call out those who have been pelting her and her family with misogynistic and profane remarks online.
“I wonder how your mothers, sisters, daughters, nieces, girlfriends, wives, would feel seeing some of the sexist, racist, honestly foul comments and messages some of you ‘men’ are leaving me,” the model and recent Harvard grad wrote. “The misogynistic stereotypes and names, the absolute hate for women of color a lot of your comments show, just waiting to take [out] your anger at how you feel you’ve been ‘treated’ by women.”
“All of us ‘b*tches are like this’ and ‘this is the problem with you girls/women/black women/bitter women/hoes/ skanks today,...
- 6/22/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
Russell Simmons had been accused by his daughter Aoki Lee and his ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons of verbal abuse and erratic behavior.
These allegations came to light through social media, when both women posted about it on Instagram. Aoki shared evidence of Russell berating her while she was crying through recordings of their calls and texts.
She captioned the post, “This is not someone who will accept help. This is just one screen recording sorry I don’t always remember to press ‘record’ when he calls my friends, my boyfriend, anyone, to get a chance to threaten and curse and go crazy.” Aoki recently took down the post.
She also added to the post, “My father is not well, for years. He needs help and won’t accept that. He refuses to acknowledge he is not himself. He has threatened and bullied my sister, my grandma, he has harassed my...
These allegations came to light through social media, when both women posted about it on Instagram. Aoki shared evidence of Russell berating her while she was crying through recordings of their calls and texts.
She captioned the post, “This is not someone who will accept help. This is just one screen recording sorry I don’t always remember to press ‘record’ when he calls my friends, my boyfriend, anyone, to get a chance to threaten and curse and go crazy.” Aoki recently took down the post.
She also added to the post, “My father is not well, for years. He needs help and won’t accept that. He refuses to acknowledge he is not himself. He has threatened and bullied my sister, my grandma, he has harassed my...
- 6/21/2023
- by Nina Hauswirth
- Uinterview
The day after Father’s Day, Kimora Lee Simmons and her daughter, Aoki, took to Instagram to shed light on Russell Simmons‘ alleged abusive behaviour.
The back-and-forth appears to have begun after their oldest daughter, Ming, wished Kimora a “Happy Father’s Day” instead of Russell.
Photo: Instagram/ @MingLeeSimmons
The Def Jam Records co-founder took to Instagram to share a message that alleged Kimora was at fault for making it hard to be a father to his daughters.
Photo: Instagram/ @UncleRush
“Stop telling fathers they should have fought harder to see their children and start asking mothers why he had to fight at all,” Russell’s post read.
Et has reached out to Simmons for a comment.
Taking to Instagram Live Monday, Kimora broke down in tears explaining how Russell has allegedly been verbally attacking her and her daughters and lying about the status of their family’s relationship.
Kimora...
The back-and-forth appears to have begun after their oldest daughter, Ming, wished Kimora a “Happy Father’s Day” instead of Russell.
Photo: Instagram/ @MingLeeSimmons
The Def Jam Records co-founder took to Instagram to share a message that alleged Kimora was at fault for making it hard to be a father to his daughters.
Photo: Instagram/ @UncleRush
“Stop telling fathers they should have fought harder to see their children and start asking mothers why he had to fight at all,” Russell’s post read.
Et has reached out to Simmons for a comment.
Taking to Instagram Live Monday, Kimora broke down in tears explaining how Russell has allegedly been verbally attacking her and her daughters and lying about the status of their family’s relationship.
Kimora...
- 6/20/2023
- by Melissa Romualdi
- ET Canada
Hip-hop and lifestyle mogul Russell Simmons has allegedly become erratic and increasingly abusive toward his own family, according to Instagram posts from his daughter Aoki Lee Simmons and ex-wife Kimora Lee Simmons.
In her Instagram Stories on Monday, Aoki shared fraught text messages with her father, claiming that “he’s been awful to me for years.” One post appears to show Simmons calling Kimora — Aoki’s mother — a “piece of [s]hit,” accusing her of stealing money from him. Subsequent text images show Aoki claiming that Simmons calls her just to...
In her Instagram Stories on Monday, Aoki shared fraught text messages with her father, claiming that “he’s been awful to me for years.” One post appears to show Simmons calling Kimora — Aoki’s mother — a “piece of [s]hit,” accusing her of stealing money from him. Subsequent text images show Aoki claiming that Simmons calls her just to...
- 6/19/2023
- by Miles Klee
- Rollingstone.com
Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation
Promoting and ensuring fair, accurate and inclusive representation of people and events in the media as a means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation.
Celebrity supporters
GLAAD has 138 known supporters, including Lady Gaga, Ellen DeGeneres, and Russell Simmons
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Promoting and ensuring fair, accurate and inclusive representation of people and events in the media as a means of eliminating homophobia and discrimination based on gender identity and sexual orientation.
Celebrity supporters
GLAAD has 138 known supporters, including Lady Gaga, Ellen DeGeneres, and Russell Simmons
Areas of work Civil RightsLGBT Support Read more about GLAAD's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Grey's Anatomy Star Says No To Proposition 8Look To The Stars Talks to Kim StolzDrew Barrymore To Be Honored By Gay And Lesbian AllianceAdam Lambert To Perform At GLAAD AwardsCybill Shepherd And Lady Gaga Honored At GLAAD Media Awards
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- 6/16/2023
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Busta Rhymes and Chloe x Halle are set to be recognized at the 2023 Culture Creators Innovators and Leaders Awards Brunch.
The event will celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and pay tribute to industry icons and leaders who have left their mark on Black culture and hip-hop. The rapper, known for such classics as “I Know What You Want,” “Gimme Some More” and “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See,” will be recognized for his trailblazing career in hip-hop.
“This year’s Innovators and Leaders Awards Brunch holds an unparalleled significance as we celebrate the golden 50th anniversary of hip-hop,” said Joi Brown, founder and CEO of Culture Creators. “We are thrilled to honor exceptional individuals who have profoundly impacted Black culture and hip-hop while also showcasing the enduring power of this global cultural phenomenon.”
She added, “It’s a celebration of our triumphs and a testament to the limitless potential of Black culture.
The event will celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip-hop and pay tribute to industry icons and leaders who have left their mark on Black culture and hip-hop. The rapper, known for such classics as “I Know What You Want,” “Gimme Some More” and “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Could See,” will be recognized for his trailblazing career in hip-hop.
“This year’s Innovators and Leaders Awards Brunch holds an unparalleled significance as we celebrate the golden 50th anniversary of hip-hop,” said Joi Brown, founder and CEO of Culture Creators. “We are thrilled to honor exceptional individuals who have profoundly impacted Black culture and hip-hop while also showcasing the enduring power of this global cultural phenomenon.”
She added, “It’s a celebration of our triumphs and a testament to the limitless potential of Black culture.
- 6/15/2023
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Tony Hawk Foundation seeks to foster lasting improvements in society, with an emphasis on supporting and empowering youth. Through special events, grants, and technical assistance, the Foundation supports recreational programs with a focus on the creation of public skateboard parks in low-income communities. The Foundation favors programs that clearly demonstrate that funds received will produce tangible, ongoing, positive results.
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Tony Hawk Foundation has 40 known supporters, including Miley Cyrus, Russell Simmons, and Pamela Anderson
Areas of work At-Risk/Disadvantaged YouthsSports Read more about Tony Hawk Foundation's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Stars Keep In Time For CharityStand Up For Skateparks With Tony HawkTony Hawk Raises $1 Million For SkateparksNicole Richie Wants To Give You A Fruitcake For ChristmasLook To The Stars Exclusive: Live Stream Of Leeza Gibbons' Night To Make A Difference
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Tony Hawk Foundation has 40 known supporters, including Miley Cyrus, Russell Simmons, and Pamela Anderson
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- 6/2/2023
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Content warning: This article contains mentions of rape and sexual harassment.
On Aug. 13, 1995, The New York Times published an article about Method Man and Mary J. Blige's iconic hip-hop and R&b duet "All I Need," stamped the "No. 1 Summer Song of Love" at the time. The publication credited former Def Jam Recordings CEO Lyor Cohen for persuading the Wu-Tang Clan rapper to rerecord his original song (off his 1994 "Tical" album) with the queen of hip-hop soul, with Cohen giving a detailed account of how he allegedly did so.
Nowhere does the article mention former Def Jam A&r executive Drew Dixon, who says she's the real brains behind "hip-hop's greatest love song"; she was never officially credited for birthing the idea or for the literal groundwork she did to make it come to fruition.
At the height of Dixon's burgeoning career in the '90s, she oversaw...
On Aug. 13, 1995, The New York Times published an article about Method Man and Mary J. Blige's iconic hip-hop and R&b duet "All I Need," stamped the "No. 1 Summer Song of Love" at the time. The publication credited former Def Jam Recordings CEO Lyor Cohen for persuading the Wu-Tang Clan rapper to rerecord his original song (off his 1994 "Tical" album) with the queen of hip-hop soul, with Cohen giving a detailed account of how he allegedly did so.
Nowhere does the article mention former Def Jam A&r executive Drew Dixon, who says she's the real brains behind "hip-hop's greatest love song"; she was never officially credited for birthing the idea or for the literal groundwork she did to make it come to fruition.
At the height of Dixon's burgeoning career in the '90s, she oversaw...
- 4/26/2023
- by Drew Dixon
- Popsugar.com
A nonprofit organization dedicated to helping economically disadvantaged and homeless individuals become self-sufficient through employment opportunities. It currently helps more than 2,000 individuals a year change their lives through jobs.
An invitation to a fundraiser sparked a relationship between Chrysalis and Brett Ratner, the director of Rush Hour. Through Ratner, the organization connected with various celebrities, including Salma Hayek, Ice Cube and Nicolas Cage. Action star Jackie Chan gave $100,000 to the charity, the largest single donation Chrysalis has ever received. [Source: Forbes]
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Chrysalis has 41 known supporters, including Russell Simmons, Jackie Chan, and Salma Hayek
Areas of work Homelessness Read more about Chrysalis's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Forbes' "Most Generous Celebrities" ListSheen's Wedding Guests to Arrive Empty-HandedBig Names Flock to 7th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly BallStars Design Watches For Poverty OrganizationCelebrities To Attend Chrysalis Charity Ball
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An invitation to a fundraiser sparked a relationship between Chrysalis and Brett Ratner, the director of Rush Hour. Through Ratner, the organization connected with various celebrities, including Salma Hayek, Ice Cube and Nicolas Cage. Action star Jackie Chan gave $100,000 to the charity, the largest single donation Chrysalis has ever received. [Source: Forbes]
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Chrysalis has 41 known supporters, including Russell Simmons, Jackie Chan, and Salma Hayek
Areas of work Homelessness Read more about Chrysalis's work and celebrity supporters. Related articles Forbes' "Most Generous Celebrities" ListSheen's Wedding Guests to Arrive Empty-HandedBig Names Flock to 7th Annual Chrysalis Butterfly BallStars Design Watches For Poverty OrganizationCelebrities To Attend Chrysalis Charity Ball
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- 4/24/2023
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Tibet House US was founded at the request of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, who at the inauguration in 1987 stated his wish for a long-term cultural institution to ensure the survival of Tibetan civilization and culture, whatever the political destiny of the six million people of Tibet itself.
Tibet House US is dedicated to preserving Tibet’s unique culture at a time when it is confronted with extinction on its own soil. By presenting Tibetan civilization and its profound wisdom, beauty, and special art of freedom to the people of the world, we hope to inspire others to join the effort to protect and save it.
Tibet House US is part of a worldwide network of Tibetan institutions committed to ensuring that the light of the Tibetan spirit never disappears from the face of this earth.
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Tibet House US has 27 known supporters, including Sting, Russell Simmons, and Hugh Jackman...
Tibet House US is dedicated to preserving Tibet’s unique culture at a time when it is confronted with extinction on its own soil. By presenting Tibetan civilization and its profound wisdom, beauty, and special art of freedom to the people of the world, we hope to inspire others to join the effort to protect and save it.
Tibet House US is part of a worldwide network of Tibetan institutions committed to ensuring that the light of the Tibetan spirit never disappears from the face of this earth.
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Tibet House US has 27 known supporters, including Sting, Russell Simmons, and Hugh Jackman...
- 3/15/2023
- Look to the Stars
Most Memorable Grammys Moments: Beyoncé’s Big Night, Harry Styles’ Big Win and Hip-Hop’s Big Tribute
The 2023 Grammys came and went. Records were broken, jokes were made and those the music world lost were remembered. From Beyoncé becoming the most awarded Grammy winner to the celebration of five decades of hip-hop, here are some of the night’s most memorable moments.
Harry Styles Wins Album of the Year
Harry Styles took home one of the night’s biggest awards at the Grammys on Sunday, winning album of the year for Harry’s House. Styles beat out fellow nominees Abba (for Voyage), Adele (30), Bad Bunny (Un Verano Sin Ti), Beyoncé (Renaissance), Mary J. Blige (Good Morning Gorgeous (Deluxe)), Brandi Carlile (In These Silent Days), Coldplay (Music of the Spheres), Kendrick Lamar (Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers) and Lizzo (Special) for the hotly contested category. In his speech, Styles said he was so inspired by the fellow artists in his category and listens to them in his free time,...
Harry Styles Wins Album of the Year
Harry Styles took home one of the night’s biggest awards at the Grammys on Sunday, winning album of the year for Harry’s House. Styles beat out fellow nominees Abba (for Voyage), Adele (30), Bad Bunny (Un Verano Sin Ti), Beyoncé (Renaissance), Mary J. Blige (Good Morning Gorgeous (Deluxe)), Brandi Carlile (In These Silent Days), Coldplay (Music of the Spheres), Kendrick Lamar (Mr. Morale & the Big Steppers) and Lizzo (Special) for the hotly contested category. In his speech, Styles said he was so inspired by the fellow artists in his category and listens to them in his free time,...
- 2/6/2023
- by Christy Piña, Kirsten Chuba, Hilary Lewis, Kimberly Nordyke, Sydney Odman and Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The 2023 Grammy Awards honored the lives and careers lost in the music industry this past year in a touching In Memoriam segment, with performances by Kacey Musgraves, Sheryl Crow, Mick Fleetwood, Bonnie Raitt and Quavo.
Host Trevor Noah introduced the tribute, acknowledging the importance of how music can unite people through their differences, while also acknowledging the influence of Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons in hip-hop over the years. “It’s Black kids and white kids rejecting segregation in the 1950s, and instead, blending R&b, country and even gospel into rock and roll,” Noah said. “In the 1980s, a young Black rapper from Queens and a Jewish white kid in his NYU dorm came together to make some of the greatest hip-hop of all time. They made a powerful new sound together because they were different.”
He continued, “Music isn’t just the harmony of sound. It’s the...
Host Trevor Noah introduced the tribute, acknowledging the importance of how music can unite people through their differences, while also acknowledging the influence of Rick Rubin and Russell Simmons in hip-hop over the years. “It’s Black kids and white kids rejecting segregation in the 1950s, and instead, blending R&b, country and even gospel into rock and roll,” Noah said. “In the 1980s, a young Black rapper from Queens and a Jewish white kid in his NYU dorm came together to make some of the greatest hip-hop of all time. They made a powerful new sound together because they were different.”
He continued, “Music isn’t just the harmony of sound. It’s the...
- 2/6/2023
- by Sydney Odman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Director Doug Liman says his self-funded Brett Kavanaugh documentary Justice, which premiered at Sundance Friday night, might be far from finished as new tips started pouring within a half hour of the highly-secretive project being announced on Thursday.
“I thought the film was done… I thought I was off the hook. I’m in Sundance, I thought, I can sell the movie,” Liman said ruefully at a Q&a following the world premiere of his first documentary, which re-examines sexual assault accusations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh raised during his confirmation hearings in 2018. The film follows up tips the FBI apparently ignored in an investigation launched after Dr. Christine Blasey Ford accused Kavanaugh of assaulting her during a party in 1982 when they were both high school students in Maryland.
Justice gives extensive attention to allegations from another woman, Deborah Ramirez, who also came forward in the midst of the...
“I thought the film was done… I thought I was off the hook. I’m in Sundance, I thought, I can sell the movie,” Liman said ruefully at a Q&a following the world premiere of his first documentary, which re-examines sexual assault accusations against Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh raised during his confirmation hearings in 2018. The film follows up tips the FBI apparently ignored in an investigation launched after Dr. Christine Blasey Ford accused Kavanaugh of assaulting her during a party in 1982 when they were both high school students in Maryland.
Justice gives extensive attention to allegations from another woman, Deborah Ramirez, who also came forward in the midst of the...
- 1/21/2023
- by Jill Goldsmith and Matthew Carey
- Deadline Film + TV
Doug Liman — the sought-after features director behind titles like Swingers, Mr. and Mrs. Smith and The Bourne Identity — spent all of 2022 making his documentary debut about the government investigation into now Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Non-fiction stalwarts Dan Cogan and Liz Garbus backed the doc, which will now debut at the Sundance Film Festival after being successfully kept a secret for over a year.
This may all sound like a project produced via a particularly unbelievable game of Mad Libs but allow Liman to explain.
“The Supreme Court, which is sacred for all of us, holds special meaning for me,” says Liman, who spoke with The Hollywood Reporter ahead of the festival. His father Arthur L. Liman was a revered lawyer and activist who helped lead investigations into the Iran-contra affair and the Attica prison uprising, among other notable cases. Liman’s older brother, Lewis, is a longtime lawyer...
This may all sound like a project produced via a particularly unbelievable game of Mad Libs but allow Liman to explain.
“The Supreme Court, which is sacred for all of us, holds special meaning for me,” says Liman, who spoke with The Hollywood Reporter ahead of the festival. His father Arthur L. Liman was a revered lawyer and activist who helped lead investigations into the Iran-contra affair and the Attica prison uprising, among other notable cases. Liman’s older brother, Lewis, is a longtime lawyer...
- 1/20/2023
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
In late February 2020, Evelyn Yang gathered at Foley Square in Manhattan with a handful of survivors in the hopes of pulling off something unprecedented. Her husband, Andrew Yang, had recently wrapped his presidential campaign, and all of the travel and scheduling demands that went along with that bid had subsided. On that sunny but cold day, she and Weinstein accuser Ambra Gutierrez and a couple of legislators were focused on launching a bill in New York dubbed the Adult Survivors Act. If it passed, New York would become the first...
- 11/18/2022
- by Tatiana Siegel
- Rollingstone.com
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