Los Angeles, California – Kimora Lee Simmons has broken her silence regarding her daughter Aoki Lee Simmons’ recent public display of affection with Vittorio Assaf. The fashion designer, 49, admitted feeling a bit embarrassed when her 21-year-old daughter’s St. Bart’s vacation pictures went viral. Despite her initial reaction, Kimora reassured Aoki that she has her back and encouraged her to come home without the 65-year-old Assaf.
In her first public comments on the matter, Kimora vaguely suggested that Aoki may have been set up due to the age difference between her and Assaf. She made it clear that there was nothing romantic between the two, contradicting previous reports. Kimora emphasized that Aoki is a young and pretty girl who may not have expected a casual gesture to be turned into a major news story.
Russell Simmons, Aoki’s father, came to her defense, expressing his unwavering support for her on social media. Despite the public scrutiny, Kimora maintained that there is no substantial relationship between Aoki and her music executive father. The former couple, who were married from 1998 to 2009, also share another daughter, Ming Lee Simmons, 24.
During the interview, Kimora also addressed unrelated controversies involving Sean “Diddy” Combs, claiming she was unaware of the details. This marks the first time she has spoken out since exclusive photos of Aoki’s vacation with Assaf were published. Despite the media attention, Kimora had previously refrained from commenting on the situation, choosing instead to celebrate Aoki’s modeling achievements on social media.
As the public reacts to Aoki’s moment in the spotlight, Kimora continues to stand by her daughter, emphasizing the importance of family support during challenging times. With the family dynamics in the spotlight, Kimora remains committed to protecting her children and maintaining their privacy amidst public scrutiny.