Kimora Lee Voices Out Against Ex Russell Simmons: 'Keep My Children Out of It'

Kimora Lee publicly addressed the threats and bullying her daughters, Ming Lee and Aoki Lee, faced from their father, Russell Simmons.

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Kimora shared details of the family issues on Instagram, insisting they won't be "bullied, threatened, or afraid."

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An Instagram Story from Kimora claimed that Russell threatened her children's lives and demanded that he leave her kids alone.

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Aoki's text message to her father, which called the situation abusive, was also shared on Instagram.

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A TikTok video provided further insights into the struggles faced by Kimora and her daughters with Russell.

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Viewer comments largely sided with Kimora and her daughters, with many labeling Russell a narcissist.

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Aoki shared emotional details about their ordeal, highlighting Russell's unwillingness to accept help and his threats against her and her family.

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Aoki shared screen recordings of a call and text message exchanges between her and Russell, but they have since been deleted.

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Russell posted a short apology on Instagram, expressing regret for his actions, but many comments criticized him.

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It was reported in 2018 that 18 women had accused Russell of sexual misconduct, spanning over three decades.

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