how old was kimora lee when she met russell simmons
Soon after, she forged a close friendship with fellow Chanel model Tyra Banks, and became a self-proclaimed muse of Lagerfeld. Kimora, along with three other models, were dubbed âthe four Karlettes.â At the age of 17, Kimora Lee met 35-year-old Russell Simmons after a runway show during New York Fashion Week. After their meeting, he sent her a large bouquet of flowers. The couple started dating on-again-off-again for several years. In 1998, however, love won out and Kimora Lee and Russell Simmons married at St. Bartâs. The ceremony was performed by Russellâs brother Joey âRev Runâ Simmons of Run-D.M.C. The reception was held on a 190-foot yacht. Kimora Lee Simmonsâ fashion design career started shortly after marrying Russell. Her husband had begun creating baby clothing from his Phat Farm clothing line. Kimora Lee then took the project on herself, and Baby Phat was created in 1999.