Simmons has played a pivotal role in bringing hip-hop music to the forefront. He is the co-founder of the record label Def Jam. He has been an influential figure in the genre of hip-hop music. As of 2020, Russell Simmons net worth is approximately million dollars.

how old is Russell Simmons? 62 years (October 4, 1957)

In this regard, how much did Russell Simmons sell Def Jam for?

Russell Simmons selling his stake in Def Jam to Universal for ** million**. Before his deal with Phat Farm happened Russell Simmons was already a hip-hop millionaire. Five years earlier he sold his remaining stakesin Rick Rubin-founded record label Def Jam to Universal for a reported ** million**.

Who is Russell Simmons wife?

Kimora Lee Simmons m. 1998–2009