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Russell Simmons

Producer, co-founder and head of the label "Def Jam Records"
Date of Birth: 04.10.1957
Country: USA

Content:
  1. Russell Simmons: Music Mogul and Cultural Icon
  2. Early Life and Career
  3. Def Jam Records
  4. Personal Life
  5. Philanthropy and Advocacy
  6. Other Ventures
  7. Financial Success

Russell Simmons: Music Mogul and Cultural Icon

Russell Simmons is one of the most influential figures in hip-hop history.

As the co-founder and CEO of Def Jam Records, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the genre.

Early Life and Career

Born on October 4, 1957, in Queens, New York, Russell Wendell Simmons is the son of a school principal and a parks administrator. After graduating high school, he attended City College of New York but dropped out to pursue a career in music production.

His early collaborations include working with Kurtis Blow and producing Run-DMC's landmark album, featuring his brother, Joseph Simmons.

Def Jam Records

In 1984, Simmons met fell