Aoki Lee Simmons, the daughter of fashion mogul Kimora Lee Simmons, has made the decision to step away from her modeling career. In a candid video released on her YouTube channel, Aoki opens up about the pressures of constantly being compared to her famous mother and the toll it has taken on her self-esteem.
The 18-year-old model explains that she has been in the industry since she was a child, often being held to the high standards set by her mother’s successful career. Aoki reveals that she has struggled with feeling like she is living in her mother’s shadow and constantly being judged based on her famous name.
In the emotional video, Aoki expresses her desire to be seen as her own person and not just as a carbon copy of her mother. She shares her decision to take a step back from modeling in order to focus on her mental health and personal growth.
Fans of the Simmons family have expressed support for Aoki’s decision, applauding her bravery in speaking out about her struggles. Many have commended her for prioritizing her well-being and making a tough choice to step away from a career that was causing her distress.
As Aoki embarks on this new chapter in her life, it is clear that she has the love and support of her family and her fans. While she may be stepping away from the modeling world for now, it is clear that this is just the beginning of Aoki Lee Simmons’ journey to finding her own identity and making a name for herself in her own right.
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Video “Aoki Lee Simmons Quits Modeling, Tired of Being Compared to Mom Kimora” was uploaded on 10/14/2024 to Youtube Channel Entertainment Tonight