Russell Simmons is an American entrepreneur, writer, and record executive. He was born on October 4, 1957, in Queens, New York City, U.S. His father was a public school administrator and his mother was a park administrator for the New York City Parks and Recreation Department.

Russell joined hands with producer Rick Rubin to found Def Jam Recordings. Under Simmons’ leadership as chairman, Def Jam signed acts including the Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, LL Cool J, Jay-Z, DMX, and Kanye West. From 1992 to 1997, he also produced the Def Comedy Jam television program.

Are Russell Simmons and Rev Run related?

Russell Simmons and Rev Run are directly related. Rev Run is the stage of Russell’s brother Joseph Ward Simmons. Rev Run is an American rapper, producer, DJ, and television personality.

Rev Run is one of the founding members of the influential hip-hop group Run-DMC. He is also a practicing minister, known as Reverend Run.

Is Russell Simmons related to Run DMC?

Russell is related to the American Hip-Hop group Run DMC where his brother Joseph is a co-founder. Russell has produced and managed artists such as Kurtis Blow, Run DMC, Whodini, and Jimmy Spicer.

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