I remember thinking that when President Obama gave a speech just four days after Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was shot in the head by an estranged gunman, our nation would finally wake up to all the nasty violence that plagues our country. A CONGRESSWOMAN WAS SHOT IN THE HEAD! But despite all of the pain our […]

37 years. That is the amount of time it has been since an African-American woman had the lead role in an hour-long primetime dramatic series on network television. Kerry Washington just put that losing streak to rest with her incredible performance on the hit ABC show, Scandal. As one’s life progresses, you begin to realize […]

Today I was extremely humbled to meet Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, the proud parents of Trayvon Martin. As they came by my office during their short time in New York, I was able to see firsthand the strength of these two beautiful people. I was also inspired by meeting their attorneys, Benjamin Crump and […]

Presented by Russell Simmons, Cey Adams, and Bill Adler, from April 12th–14th, Rush Arts Gallery showcased a brand new, amazing presentation of the Kings of Rock which consists of photos by Sunny Bak, commemorating never before seen photos of the Beastie Boys, Rush Artist Management photos by Talib Adbul Haqq and graphic works of art by Cey Adams.  Uncle Rush Celebrates VDay With A Brunch Fit For […]

Kimora Lee Simmons’ grind is seriously unstoppable.  Right after spending the weekend out and about with her kiddies celebrating Easter, she releases a behind the scenes look at her new commercial for the KLS Prepaid Visa RushCard by Kimora Lee Simmons. PHOTOS: Kimora Lee Simmons Takes The Stylish Kiddies Out For Some Easter Fun!  In the behind […]

My unshakeable belief in the power of encouragement, compassion and patience is what allows me to have constructive dialogue with people from all walks of life. All I know is that if you want to find success in this world, you better always be looking to build on the common threads you share with people. […]

No scripture, no prophet, no religious or spiritual practice will ever say that money will make you happy (calm the noise).  It took me thirty years of being in the public spotlight to get to where I am today in my understanding of this. It takes constant meditation to remove this ever present noise.  There […]

Russell Simmons is still having fun in the sun with children Ming Lee and Aoki Lee while on vacation. PHOTOS: Russell Simmons Spring Breaks With 2 Beautiful Little Ladies As reported earlier this week, Russell is spending quality time with his precious daughters in St. Barts for their well-deserved Spring Break. He was spotted doing […]

While most people think of Spring Break as a time to get wild and party, Boss man Russell Simmons saw it as an opportunity to spend some quality time with his two favorite ladies, Ming Lee and Aoki Lee. PHOTOS: Russell Simmons Takes His Daughters Shopping The Simmons trio hit up St. Bart’s for some fun […]

GlobalGrind is pleased to announce that Keith Olbermann has become the new CEO of the Russell Simmons’ founded website.  In a dramatic turn of events, Mr. Olbermann became the new chief of GlobalGrind after his departure from Current TV.  Mr. Olbermann will bring years of experience to a company that has seen historical growth in […]

Well-known yoga enthusiast Russell Simmons is launching an expansive yoga line called Tantris to help fellow yogis look really good. DETAILS: Occupy This! Uncle Rush Tops TIME Magazine’s Celebrity Protesters List  Simmons inked a multi-year licensing deal to develop Tantris, which will include women’s and men’s activewear, meditation beads, yoga mats, pillows and scented candles. […]

Geraldo, your apology is bullshit!  Your apology is nothing but a defense of a racist, backward thing you already said. And I am a yogi, and I generally don’t speak like this, but I have to say it like it is. It is a non-apology apology that continues to blame the victim for their appearance. Although a […]