Aoki Lee Simmons ends relationship with Vittorio Assaf amid viral attention, source says
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Amid a whirlwind of controversy and speculation, Aoki Lee Simmons, the 21-year-old daughter of Kimora Lee Simmons, has reportedly put an end to her brief romance with Vittorio Assaf, 65, the founder of Serafina restaurants.
Despite earlier reports of a budding relationship, sources close to Aoki have revealed that the affair is already "100% done."
Aoki Lee Simmons' fling with Vittorio Assaf
Aoki Lee Simmons, 21, daughter of Russell Simons , was spotted kissing restaurateur Vittorio Assaf, 65, during a romantic vacation to St. Barts on Tuesday.
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According to insiders, Kimora Lee Simmons was not pleased with her daughter's relationship with Assaf, who is 43 years older than her.
However, it seems that her concerns may have been unnecessary, as Aoki has since clarified that the relationship was just a fling and has now ended.
During Instagram Live videos documenting their romantic getaway to St Barts, Aoki referred to Assaf as her "boyfriend."
During a tour of his St Barts property, the 21-year-old revealed he's the "second boyfriend" she's ever had.
She later denied any serious involvement with him when confronted by media outlets.
According to the source, after Page Six posted exclusive pictures of the pair smooching on the beach, Aoki said, “Of course, I’m not with him. I was never with him,” when they spoke to her on Monday.
However, Aoki appeared quite content to vacation with the restaurant expert on his island.
“I’m the happiest person right now,” she said via social media while giving the house tour.
She even showed off his shoes, saying, “Look at how huge his shoes are. That makes me really happy. He’s [6-foot-4],” she gushed.
Vittorio Assaf has a reputation for his affinity towards younger women. Some sources suggest that his appeal lies not only in his charisma but also in his physical attributes, hinting at an intimate aspect of his allure.
“He’s always loved younger beautiful women. He’s gotten older, but his taste hasn’t changed,” the insider said. “I wouldn’t be surprised if he’s out with another young girl tonight!” they added.
Russell Simmons, the renowned music mogul and father of Aoki Lee Simmons, has reportedly extended his support to his daughter amidst the media storm surrounding her alleged romance with Vittorio Assaf.
In a statement to TMZ, Simmons expressed his confidence in Aoki's judgment, stating that he is not overly concerned about her dating decisions.
“All I can do is offer my advice and unconditional love.”
A source told Page Six that it was just a fling, adding, “It’s 100% done. They’re absolutely not dating.”
Social media reactions to Kimora Lee Simmons and Russell Simmons amid daughter's relationship
As Aoki Lee Simmons, daughter of Kimora Lee Simmons and Russell Simmons, finds herself in the spotlight due to her recent romantic involvement with Vittorio Assaf, 65, social media users have swiftly reacted to the varying responses from her parents.
Kimora Lee Simmons, known for her bold and expressive personality, took to Instagram with a seemingly telling post in response to the images of her daughter Aoki kissing the much older Vittorio Assaf.
In a now-deleted video shared on her Instagram Story, Kimora shared a clip of a mother panda bear frantically pulling her cub away, expressing her own exasperation with the situation.
The video, accompanied by the caption "On my last nerve right now!" captured the attention of many, sparking speculation about Kimora's thoughts on her daughter's relationship.
In contrast to Kimora's animated response, Russell Simmons, Aoki's father, chose a more subdued approach. The 66-year-old music mogul shared a touching message on Instagram alongside a throwback photo of himself and Aoki from June 2022.
In his post, Russell expressed his "unconditional love" for his daughter, reminiscing about their memorable Father's Day spent together the previous year.
Despite the age gap between Aoki and her new beau, Russell's message conveyed his unwavering support for his daughter's happiness.
The differing reactions from Aoki's parents sparked various responses from internet users, with many expressing surprise and disbelief at Russell's seemingly nonchalant stance on his daughter's relationship.
