Who is Aoki Lee Simmons? 5 facts about the model who broke up with Vittorio Assaf
10 april 2024 в 18:37
This season, all eyes are on Aoki Lee Simmons. The 21-year-old daughter of supermodel Kimora Lee Simmons and music producer Russell Simmons recently caught the attention of the media when she was spotted on a romantic getaway with restaurateur Vittorio Assaf, 65.
But just a few days after photos of the couple showing affection surfaced, the apparent romance came to an end.
«It's not just 'over,' it never really was real», - a source told PEOPLE on April 9. «Aoki is learning to navigate her personal life in the public sphere. And it can be difficult».
As Aoki moves forward, learn more about the college graduate and model who is already attracting attention in the fashion world.
In June 2023, Aoki graduated from Harvard University with degrees in Classics and Government. «I feel gratitude, pride, and relief — in that order!» she told PEOPLE at the time. «It's an unreal feeling to complete something that was such a big part of my life. Now, like any other graduate, I’m moving on to the next chapter. I’m so grateful for the village of people who supported me and helped me stay focused».
After walking the runway for Sergio Hudson during New York Fashion Week in February 2023, Aoki proves she is a force in the modeling and fashion world, appearing in the visuals for the BCBG New York Spring 2024 collection. «I've always been a fan», - she told Us Weekly in April 2024. «I grew up stealing BCBG outfits from my mom for everything you can think of. BCBG has always been an integral part of our home. It’s always been an option for us».
Much of Aoki and her sister Ming Lee Simmons' childhood was documented on their mother’s reality show «Life in the Fab Lane», - which aired from 2007 to 2011. When the show started, social media and smartphones were not as popular as they are now.
When asked if their family would return to the world of reality TV, Kimora was unsure. «Having your life under the spotlight is probably hard», - she told Entertainment Tonight in June 2023. «I can say that because I grew up in it, and you obviously were born into it. I think it’s difficult. It has its challenges».
Aoki doesn’t shy away from acknowledging that her famous parents have given her special opportunities. But when it comes to the world of fashion, the model believes that connections may not go far. «All you can do is be grateful and try to stay in your lane», - she told Teen Vogue in September 2023. «But I’ve noticed that [nepotism] doesn’t have as much of an impact on models of color».
While her relationship with Russell remains strained, Aoki said her mother has always been a huge support in what she chooses for her professional career. «My mom literally tried to coach me as I walked the runway during the Sergio Hudson show», - Aoki told Us. «I walked by, and she yelled, 'Shoulders!' Since I started my career, my mom has given me a lot of helpful advice, but I also appreciate how much space she has given me to find my own way. She allows me to figure things out»
But just a few days after photos of the couple showing affection surfaced, the apparent romance came to an end.
«It's not just 'over,' it never really was real», - a source told PEOPLE on April 9. «Aoki is learning to navigate her personal life in the public sphere. And it can be difficult».
As Aoki moves forward, learn more about the college graduate and model who is already attracting attention in the fashion world.
In June 2023, Aoki graduated from Harvard University with degrees in Classics and Government. «I feel gratitude, pride, and relief — in that order!» she told PEOPLE at the time. «It's an unreal feeling to complete something that was such a big part of my life. Now, like any other graduate, I’m moving on to the next chapter. I’m so grateful for the village of people who supported me and helped me stay focused».
After walking the runway for Sergio Hudson during New York Fashion Week in February 2023, Aoki proves she is a force in the modeling and fashion world, appearing in the visuals for the BCBG New York Spring 2024 collection. «I've always been a fan», - she told Us Weekly in April 2024. «I grew up stealing BCBG outfits from my mom for everything you can think of. BCBG has always been an integral part of our home. It’s always been an option for us».
Much of Aoki and her sister Ming Lee Simmons' childhood was documented on their mother’s reality show «Life in the Fab Lane», - which aired from 2007 to 2011. When the show started, social media and smartphones were not as popular as they are now.
When asked if their family would return to the world of reality TV, Kimora was unsure. «Having your life under the spotlight is probably hard», - she told Entertainment Tonight in June 2023. «I can say that because I grew up in it, and you obviously were born into it. I think it’s difficult. It has its challenges».
Aoki doesn’t shy away from acknowledging that her famous parents have given her special opportunities. But when it comes to the world of fashion, the model believes that connections may not go far. «All you can do is be grateful and try to stay in your lane», - she told Teen Vogue in September 2023. «But I’ve noticed that [nepotism] doesn’t have as much of an impact on models of color».
While her relationship with Russell remains strained, Aoki said her mother has always been a huge support in what she chooses for her professional career. «My mom literally tried to coach me as I walked the runway during the Sergio Hudson show», - Aoki told Us. «I walked by, and she yelled, 'Shoulders!' Since I started my career, my mom has given me a lot of helpful advice, but I also appreciate how much space she has given me to find my own way. She allows me to figure things out»
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