Kimora Lee Simmons is a successful businesswoman and single mother of five children who recently opened out about her experience as a single mother and the obstacles that come with it.

On May 13, 2023, during an interview with People, Kimora acknowledged that being a mother is not an easy job, whether you are a rich and famous celebrity or an ordinary person. 

“I’m a single mom of five kids and I know how hard it can be and I don’t want to start crying, but it’s Mother’s Day, I know how that feels like to raise your kids and to get up every day and only care about them,” she told the outlet.

Kimora Lee Simmons and her five children. (Source: kimoraleesimmons/Instagram)

Further, she confessed that she constantly thinks about her kids and that her top goal is ensuring they are happy and healthy. 

The 48-year-old said, “Being a single mom, I think about my kids all the time and that’s it. My kids, their friends, my other kids, like, you know, I have a lot.”

In addition, she discussed the difficulties of raising three pre-teen sons and two college-aged daughters. She described motherhood as an “emotional rollercoaster,” and each parent can relate to the ups and downs. 

The model-turned-businesswoman is quite proud of her daughters, who are currently enrolled at Harvard and NYU. She said, “It’s a big time for them. It’s a very meaningful time for me.”

Kimora is a mother to daughters Ming Lee Simmons and Aoki Lee Simmons with her first husband, Russell Simmons, and son Kenzo Lee Hounsou, whom she shares with actor Djimon Hounsou.

She also has a son named Wolfe Lee Leissner from her marriage with Tim Leissner and Gary, whom she adopted in 2020 when he was 10. Continue reading to find out more about Kimora’s five children.

Ming Lee Simmons

Ming is the eldest daughter of Kimora and Russell, born on January 21, 2000. Like her mother, she has chosen to pursue a career in modeling. 

Ming started modeling at a young age, walking the runway with her mom and sister at the end of every Baby Phat show during fashion week in New York. 

Kimora Lee Simmons and her eldest daughter Ming Lee Simmons. (Source: mingleesimmons/Instagram)

She has been modeling with her mother ever since and has appeared in ads with her mom and sister since she was two years old. 

In a 2017 interview with W Magazine, the 23-year-old model expressed her gratitude for her experiences as a model and how they have shaped her perspective. 

She is also very active on social media, particularly on Instagram, where she shares her fashion sense with over 1 million followers. 

Aoki Lee Simmons 

Aoki is a talented young woman who has made significant strides in modeling and academia. She is the second child of Kimora and Russell, born on August 16, 2002.

Like her elder sister Ming, Aoki has also ventured into the modeling industry, having walked the runway for Pyer Moss Paris Couture and worked with notable brands such as Just Fab and Baby Phat. 

Despite being a rising star in the fashion industry, Aoki has not neglected her education. In 2019, she made headlines for being accepted into Harvard University at just 16 years old. 

She has been juggling her modeling profession and her academics since then, and she will graduate in 2023. 

Kenzo Lee Hounsou

Kenzo, the only kid of Kimora and Djimon, was born on May 30, 2009. She shared that Kenzo’s name means “third and wise” in Japanese. 

Kimora Lee Simmons’ son Kenzo Lee Hounsou. (Source: Instagram)

While Kimora has been vocal about her children’s personalities, she has revealed that Kenzo is fiery like his mom and calm like his dad. Despite being a teenager, he has already shown a passion for basketball and athleticism. 

Although Kenzo doesn’t have a public Instagram account like his siblings, he is frequently seen on their social media posts, giving fans a glimpse into his life with his family.

Wolfe Lee Leissner

Wolfe, the youngest member of Kimora’s family, is often seen on his mom’s social media accounts. Wolfe is the only child of Kimora and her ex-husband, Tim, and was born on April 10, 2015. 

According to Kimora, his birth was the most challenging of her four children. Despite the difficulties, she was proud of herself for having an all-natural birth without drugs. 

Despite his young age, Wolfe has already been featured on his mother’s social media accounts.  

Gary

Gary’s adoption into Kimora’s family marked a significant and touching chapter in her life. With his arrival, Kimora expanded her family to five children, and he was welcomed with open arms. 

Although he was already 10 years old when he was adopted, Gary quickly became part of the family and seamlessly blended in. 

The mother of five has expressed her gratitude for having Gary in her life, and she’s proud of the kind and resilient boy he has become. 

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Teenage Rapper Lil Purk to Serve 20 Years in Prison for Atlantic Station Double Murder

Teenage Rapper Lil Purk, real name Antonio Jackson, has been jailed for 20 years in prison for a deadly shooting near Atlantic Station in November 2022.

Five of the six defendants, Lil Purk, Demetrius Hill, Toney Wilson, Deandre Forston, and DeRodney Russell, entered negotiated guilty pleas, their sentences ranging from 20 to 40 years. 

The rapper was sentenced to 20 years, with 10 years to be served in custody and 10 years on probation. However, other suspects were sentenced to 40 years in jail.

Hill faced a more severe sentence, having negotiated a guilty plea resulting in 40 years of imprisonment. Of this term, he is slated to spend 30 years in custody.

Wilson received a similar 40-year sentence but with a different distribution—20 years in custody and an equal period on probation.

Forston and Russell, like their co-defendants, entered negotiated guilty pleas and received matching sentences of 40 years. In their cases, 20 years are to be served in custody, followed by an additional 20 years on probation.

Two young boys, 12-year-old Zyion Charles, and 15-year-old Cameron Jackson were left dead, and four other individuals were injured.

Zyion’s mother, Deerica Charles, spoke emotionally before the Atlanta City Council Public Safety Committee, revealing her desperate attempts to divert her son from a dangerous path of criminal behavior.

Despite her pleas to law enforcement, citing her son was involved in car break-ins, a prevalent form of street crime in Atlanta, she received little assistance. 

Deerica said, “I tried, y’all. I called the police office almost 30 times in the last two years, and they told me they can’t do nothing. I said he’s out and breaking into these folks’ cars, can you please get him off the street.”

On the other hand, Cameron’s family remembered him as a teenager with a passion for science, animals, cooking, and dirt bike riding. He had also been practicing boxing since the age of nine. 

Cameron’s mother, Tiffany Smith said, “Cameron has been a boxer since 9-years-old, and he was heading for a professional boxing career. He trained five days a week with a pro boxing coach.”

Additionally, according to 11Alive News, the shootout occurred on the 17th Street Bridge originated from two groups initially escorted off the Atlantic Station property due to unruly behavior and curfew violations.

Atlanta Police later confirmed their belief that the shooting was gang-related. However, Zyion’s family denied his involvement in any gang activity.

Lil Purk apologized after being arrested

Lil Purk took to his Instagram Story to publicly apologize to his family, fans, and the younger generation who have looked up to him. 

Taking to his Instagram Story, he started by saying, “To all my family & fans, I would like to sincerely apologize to y’all and to all the younger generation looking up to me.”

Lil Purk apologized after being arrested. (Source: Instagram)

Additionally, he emphasized the complexity of his situation, urging it to serve as a lesson for the entire generation, highlighting the notion that appearances can be deceiving. 

He wrote, “Let my situation be a lesson learned for our whole generation; everything is not what it seems, and I maintain my innocence.” 

Asserting his innocence, Lil Purk also expressed love for Lil Hot and extended apologies to families affected by the circumstances, urging forgiveness. 

Loren Gray Alleges Brent Rivera Has Unhealthy Relationship with His Sister Lexi Rivera

The TikTok community was set ablaze when Loren Gray took to TikTok to make shocking allegations against Brent Rivera, accusing him of having an unhealthy relationship with his sister, Lexi Rivera.

In a calculated move, Gray posted a video lip-syncing to the lyrics, “I’m still playing the victim and you’re still in love with your sister,” directly shading Brent and implying a dubious dynamic within his family. 

The controversy escalated when Brent’s ex-girlfriend, Eva Gutowski, commented with a stunned “Omg wait omg wait,” prompting Lexi to cryptically respond, “You would know.”

The TikTok quickly went viral, catching the attention of gossip enthusiasts, including the prominent tea page, teatoktalk, which reposted the video with the caption, “Whew! The tea is HOT because #lorengray came out of nowhere and shaded #brentriviera for having an unhealthy relationship with his sister #lexirivera.” 

Brent Riviera and his sister Lexi Rivera. (Source: Instagram)

Fans couldn’t resist adding their speculations to the mix, with one saying, “I KNEW IT. They always gave incest vibes, that whole friend group he would film with are into some weird [expletive].” 

Another expressed discomfort, writing, “That’s so uncomfortable [expletive]. I didn’t know he was still around even, but the fact he’s still doing this is nasty.” 

Exploring Brent Riviera and his sister Lexi Rivera’s relationship

YouTube sensations Brent and Lexi Rivera invited People into their abode for a special episode of the YouTube series, Celebrity Home Scavenger Hunt. 

Premiered on September 17, 2020, on the PeopleTV YouTube channel, the show offered an intimate glimpse into the lives of celebrities, combining the elements of a scavenger hunt and an interview. 

The sibling duo engaged in a series of challenges set by the People team. Brent revealed his penchant for collecting quirky props for his videos and spilled the beans on his habit of purchasing two costumes a week. 

He also shared insights into his life by disclosing the weirdest prop he ever bought and an item acquired from a TV or movie set. Meanwhile, Lexi, with eight years of gymnastics under her belt, embarked on a quest to find an item that “screams gymnastics” and disclosed the best gift she had ever received. 

Additionally, the California natives opened up about their sibling dynamics during the scavenger hunt, providing viewers with an entertaining peek into their lives.

As the scavenger hunt unfolded, the duo showcased their playful banter and sibling camaraderie, answering questions about their preferences and sharing amusing anecdotes. 

When asked who would play them in a TV show about their lives, Brent confidently nominated Ashton Kutcher or Zac Efron for himself, while Lexi, with a touch of uncertainty, embraced the idea of Angelina Jolie taking on her role. 

The episode concluded with a rapid-fire 60-second Q&A session, where Brent, after a spirited game of “rock, paper, scissors,” took on the role of the answerer. 

In this segment, he divulged unexpected details about his preferences, from his go-to slow dance song to the sibling who develops crushes more quickly. 

Brent Riviera and his sister Lexi Rivera are also close with their other siblings

Brent and his sister Lexi share a remarkable bond not only with each other but also with their other siblings, Brice Rivera and Blake Rivera. While Brice and Blake may not be content creators like Brent and Lexi, they play an integral role in the tight-knit family dynamic. 

Despite Blake’s initial camera shyness, Brent and Lexi managed to bring him into the limelight with a special video titled “SURPRISING MY BROTHER WITH A CAR FOR HIS BIRTHDAY!!” 

Brice, on the other hand, actively participates in the fun, featuring in entertaining “Who knows me better” videos for both Lexi and Brent. Similarly, all four Rivera siblings frequently join forces in Lexi’s videos, creating content that resonates with their audience. 

Lexi, known for her playful teasing, has incorporated her brothers into hilarious “Overprotective brothers” videos, capturing their reactions to various pranks and challenges, ranging from a fake hickey to her Scandalous outfits.

Indie Artist Noelle Sucks Claims Olivia Rodrigo’s SNL Performance Is a Ripoff of Her Work

Indie artist Noelle Sucks has voiced serious concerns over potential plagiarism, asserting that Olivia Rodrigo‘s recent Saturday Night Live (SNL) performance has striking similarities to her own previous work.

Sucks took to Instagram to share her perspective, stating, “I am pretty sure my art got stolen and put on Saturday Night Live for Olivia Rodrigo’s most recent SNL performance. I just want to know what you guys think after I show you some facts.”

The base of her argument lies in a side-by-side comparison of her music video called ‘YOUR MOM CALLS ME’ from a few years ago with Rodrigo’s SNL performance, both centered around a “tea party gone wrong” concept that transitions from calm and pretty to angsty.

Sucks meticulously pointed out resemblances, emphasizing identical dance moves, such as cake smashing, sugar pouring, and hand gestures, performed by both herself and Rodrigo and their respective dance crews.

Notably, she also underscored the similarities in camerawork between the two videos, suggesting a potential replication or inspiration.

Furthermore, Sucks realized both she and Rodrigo’s creative director, Tarik Mikou, have a mutual friend who had publicly shared Sucks’ music on social media.

Sucks’ friend commented, “@noellesucks!!! This guy stole the Your Mom Calls Me music video concept from u.”

Additionally, her other friends, suspecting plagiarism, commented on Mikou’s Instagram accusing him of wrongdoing, which was later swiftly deleted.

Upon messaging her concerns on Mikou’s Instagram, Sucks faced no reply. Moreover, Mikou unfollowed their mutual connection and remained unresponsive to Sucks’s direct message on Instagram.

Fans opinion on the matter. (Source: Instagram)

The controversy’s curiosity grew as fans joined the discussion and voiced their dissatisfaction over the alleged plagiarism. A fan remarked, “the unfollowing and limiting of the comments told me everything I needed to know.”

Another fan added, “the unfollowing and limiting of the comments told me everything I needed to know lmao.” “Wowww. I’ve seen other artist I know get ripped off by her team before. So messed up,” another comment read.

Brief bio on Noelle Sucks

Noelle Sucks emerges as a distinctive force in the music scene, defying easy categorization with a unique blend of indie, shoegaze, pop, and rock that creates an emotional soundscape, as per her official website. 

Born into a musically talented family, Noelle’s artistic journey took a pivotal turn after a life-altering brush with death at the age of 13 during a major surgery. 

Raised with deeply spiritual views by her parents, the absence of any heavenly visions during this near-death experience challenged and reshaped her long-held beliefs, prompting a profound transformation in her perspective on life.

The recovery period from her surgery, though sidelining her from traditional schooling, became a catalyst for Sucks’ creativity. During this time, she began conceptualizing music videos for existing songs and discovered her passion for editing homemade videos. 

The newfound interest propelled her towards film school, and eventually, a return to music was sparked by a significant breakup at the age of 23, inspiring her to create her first song. 

Describing her early musical endeavors as a process of “catching up,” the artist filled in the gaps from the years she spent immersed in film and other pursuits.

Her musical career took a significant turn with the release of her ‘Out of Orbit’ EP in 2022. Her ability to traverse difficult emotions through her music was demonstrated in the EP, which delved into the complexities of emotions resulting from a breakup with her friend group. 

Notably, her connections nurtured at Emo Nite, an event central to her personal and artistic growth, have come full circle with her signing to Emo Nite’s new label, Graveboy Records. 

The debut single ‘Ugly Ugly,’ released on September 22, 2023, stands as a significant milestone.

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