Funk Flex made headlines Monday morning, Dec. 15, after making on-air comments about Kimora Lee Simmons during his Hot 97 radio show.
The remarks came shortly after the premiere of Simmons’ new reality series, Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane. While discussing the model and fashion entrepreneur, Flex made several claims that quickly circulated on social media. During the broadcast, Flex referred to Simmons using derogatory language and alleged a past relationship involving rapper DaBaby.
“She’s a bird, continue the story!” Flex said on the radio, according to a TikTok clip shared by @suzyfrmbk. “What’s her name? Russell’s old wife, right? And DaBaby was beating that! Finish the story!”
The clip spread rapidly online, prompting discussion across social media platforms. As of publication, neither Kimora Lee Simmons nor DaBaby has publicly responded to Flex’s comments.
Funk Flex Makes On-Air Claims Following Kimora Lee Simmons Reality Show Premiere
Flex’s comments aired just days after the debut of Kimora: Back in the Fab Lane, Simmons’ return to reality television. The show centers on her life as a businesswoman, mother, and fashion icon, revisiting her legacy while documenting her present-day ventures.
Flex referenced Simmons primarily in connection to her former marriage to Def Jam co-founder Russell Simmons. His remarks appeared to connect recent media attention around her personal life to rumors and allegations he presented as fact during the broadcast.
The Hot 97 personality did not provide evidence or additional context for his claims, nor did he clarify the basis for his statements. The segment aired live and was later reposted via social media, where it gained significant traction.
Neither Hot 97 nor Funk Flex has issued a formal statement addressing the comments.
Russell Simmons Responds Amid Renewed Public Scrutiny
Flex’s comments surfaced amid renewed public discussion involving Kimora Lee Simmons and her ex-husband Russell Simmons.
Two days before the radio segment aired, Russell Simmons claimed publicly that he had financially supported Kimora Lee Simmons for two decades following their divorce. The Def Jam co-founder, who has faced multiple sexual assault allegations over the years, also alleged that Simmons took his stock holdings and interfered with his relationship with their daughters.
“I have been fighting for my kids love and bread ever since,” Simmons wrote on Threads. “You threatened that if I sued you, I would never speak to my kids again. There are two sides to every story.”
Russell Simmons shares two daughters with Kimora Lee Simmons: Ming, 25, and Aoki, 23. His comments added another layer to the public discourse surrounding the former couple’s long-standing disputes.
Kimora Lee Simmons has not publicly addressed Russell Simmons’ allegations.