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  1. Chris Kelly of Rap Duo Kriss Kross Dead at 34

    Wed, 1 May 2013

    now officially dedicated to you. May GOD embrace your soul & lift up your family," he tweeted." Hip hop mogul Russell Simmons and Da Brat also both tweeted condolences overnight. ABC News' Jason Nathanson contributed to this report.

  2. Kim Kardashian, Kanye West Expecting First Child

    Mon, 31 Dec 2012

    Congratulatory tweets are already pouring in for the future parents. "Congrats to Kim and Kanye. Happy for both of them," Russell Simmons tweeted. Kardashian filed for divorce from NBA star Kris Humphries in October 2011 after 72 days of marriage.

  3. Occupy Wall Street Anniversary Protests Dwarfed by Police Presence

    Mon, 17 Sep 2012

    protesters showed Occupy's booming presence. Celebrities such as Mark Ruffalo, Susan Sarandon, Kanye West and Russell Simmons made appearances at Occupy Wall Street protests. The encampment served as a model and inspired people to mobilize

  4. Jay-Z's One Problem With The 99 Percent

    Mon, 10 Sep 2012

    Jay-Z's fellow celebrities, including Kayne West and Russell Simmons . Jay-Z recalled telling hip-hop business mogul Simmons , "I'm not going to a park and picnic, I have no

  5. Usher's Stepson in Critical Condition After Jet Ski Accident in Atlanta

    Sun, 8 Jul 2012

    tweeted , "Everyone please pray for Usher and Tameka's son! This is the time they really need your prayers." Russell Simmons tweeted, "praying Usher and Tameka's son is ok..."

  6. Moesha Star Yvette Wilson Dead at 48

    Fri, 15 Jun 2012

    Wilson's death to CNN, saying she passed away on Thursday. Wilson began her career as a comedian, even appearing on Russell Simmons ' Def Comedy Jam. She had also appeared in a number of films including House Party 3, Friday and Poetic Justice alongside

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  1. As prepaid cards' popularity rises, better be wary of fees

    Sun, 3 Jun 2012

    plastic that generally can't be overdrawn. These little cards have picked up celebrity sizzle, too. Hip-hop mogul Russell Simmons has his RushCard and BabyPhat card. CNBC's Suze Orman launched the Approved Card this year. Totally outrageous fees

  2. Adam Yauch Tributes Flood Twitter

    Fri, 4 May 2012

    most sensitive artist who I loved dearly. I was always inspired by his work. He will be missed by all of us." - Russell Simmons , mentor for the Beastie Boys and founder of GlobalGrind.com . "Crushed to hear the news of Adam Yauch's passing

  3. Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boys Dies After Cancer Battle

    Fri, 4 May 2012

    Adam Yauch, part of the groundbreaking hip-hop trio the Beastie Boys, has died, the Associated Press confirmed, citing the band’s mentor, Russell Simmons . He was 47. Yauch, known by the stage name MCA, was diagnosed with cancer in 2009 after doctors discovered a tumor in...

  4. Theraflu, PETA Respond to Kanye West Song

    Fri, 6 Apr 2012

    completely written off Kanye. "We keep hoping that one day he'll find his heart and join evolved style icons - including Russell Simmons , Pink and Natalie Portman - who have dropped animal skins," Mathews says. PETA isn't the only group that isn't

  5. Trayvon Martin Case: Lead Investigator Asked to Step Down

    Wed, 21 Mar 2012

    and celebrities tweeted about the story, interest soared. A host of celebrities from hip hop icon and entrepreneur Russell Simmons to new age leader Deepak Chopra to director Spike Lee have written and tweeted, calling for justice for Martin. Black

  6. Interest in Trayvon Martin Shooting Spurred By Celebrity Tweets and Petition

    Wed, 21 Mar 2012

    host of celebrities from hip hop icon and entrepreneur Russell Simmons to new age leader Deepak Chopra to director Spike Lee drum up awareness while others issued warnings, with Simmons tweeting this last week : "Trayvon Martin didn't die

  7. Neighborhood Watchman Who Allegedly Shot Trayvon Martin Wanted to Be a Cop

    Sun, 18 Mar 2012

    non-violent action by hip-hop luminaries, including Russell Simmons , who has been tweeting about the tragedy and warning better understanding. We must start honest dialogue," Simmons wrote. It may have been an allusion to a statement by

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    Wed, 10 Jan 2007

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  2. World News 1/31: Dangerous Weather Across the Country

    Thu, 31 Jan 2013

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    come clean and told the truth god bless America. Hip hop icon Russell Simmons simply -- beyoncé killed it. She's been prepared for the Super Bowl for five months and today she made this promise. I
  3. Taylor Swift, Connor Kennedy's Matchmaker: Relationship Details

    Wed, 1 Aug 2012

    DOESN'T LOVE MARIAH CAREY, EVERYBODY? SHE IS JUST THE QUEEN, AND SHE IS HOTTER THAN HOT RIGHT NOW. SHE SHOWED UP AT RUSSELL SIMMONS ' EVENT LOOKING MAGNIFICE MAGNIFICENT. THE COLOR THEME WAS BRIGHT. SHE DID NOT DISAPPOINT. SHE WORE BRIGHT FUCHSIA

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    AND SHE IS HOTTER THAN HOT RIGHT NOW. SHE SHOWED UP AT RUSSELL SIMMONS' EVENT LOOKING MAGNIFICE MAGNIFICENT. THE COLOR THEME WAS BRIGHT. SHE DID NOT DISAPPOINT. SHE WORE BRIGHT FUCHSIA. I THINK SHE'S A BIT
  4. Mariah Carey Is New 'American Idol' Judge; 'The Bachelorette' Proposal

    Tue, 24 Jul 2012

    nice to not need $18 million. I'm going to be seeing her saturday night. I'm honored to be the co-chair of russell simmons charity event Look at you, you little name-dropper. Next week, I'll come back. You'll have some scoop. And

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    be seeing her saturday night. I'm honored to be the co-chair of russell simmons charity event Look at you, you little name-dropper. Next week, I'll come back. You'll have some scoop. And remember, drinks are on
  5. Good Afternoon America 7/24: Michael Jackson Family Feud Caught on Tape

    Tue, 24 Jul 2012

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  6. Usher's Stepson in Critical Condition

    Sun, 8 Jul 2012

    tragedy threatening the life of his stepson. Some of powerhouse music pals have taken to Twitter to offer support Russell Simmons tweeted. Rating assurance amicus son is okay fantasia tweeted everyone please pray for son. This is the time they

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  7. Adam Yauch Dead; New 'Bachelor'; 'Avengers' Mania

    Fri, 4 May 2012

    for a long time we assume that this is ultimately. What caused his passing but that has not yet been confirmed yet. Russell Simmons has issued a statement the golf author of hip hop. Saying what a sad day this is and I think everybody who agree that

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    What caused his passing but that has not yet been confirmed yet. Russell Simmons has issued a statement the golf author of hip hop. Saying what a sad day this is and I think everybody who
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