Kimora & Djimon: The Untold Story Of Their Split And Custody Battle
Did the fairy tale end for Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou? Their highly publicized romance, marked by a traditional commitment ceremony and the birth of their son, ultimately succumbed to the pressures of fame and differing priorities.The split between entrepreneur Kimora Lee Simmons and actor Djimon Hounsou sent ripples through the entertainment industry. After five and a half years together, the news of their separation was confirmed by Hounsou’s representative, marking the end of a chapter that many had followed with keen interest. Though the pair never officially married, their bond was solidified by the arrival of their son, Kenzo Lee Hounsou, born in May 2009. The separation, which occurred in November 2012, did not signal a clean break, as subsequent years revealed a complex and often contentious custody battle over Kenzo. At the time of separation kenzo was 10 years old.
Kimora Lee Simmons - Bio Data | |
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Full Name | Kimora Lee Perkins (Simmons, Leissner) |
Date of Birth | May 4, 1975 |
Birth Place | St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Model, Entrepreneur, Fashion Designer, Author |
Known For | CEO and Creative Director of Baby Phat, Modeling Career |
Marital Status | Married to Tim Leissner |
Previous Spouses | Russell Simmons (m. 1998-2009), Djimon Hounsou (Partnered 2007-2012) |
Children | Ming Lee Simmons, Aoki Lee Simmons, Kenzo Lee Hounsou |
Website | Official Website |

Djimon Hounsou and Kimora Lee Simmons arriving at the Costume Institute

Kimora Lee Simmons, Djimon Hounsou at arrivals for Kimora Lee Simmons

Kimora Lee Simmons and actor Djimon Hounsou split after over five years