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Kimora Lee Simmons estranged husband Tim Leissner has filed for divorce following more than a decade together.

The filing comes at a time when he is facing ongoing legal consequences related to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (MDB) scandal and a federal jail sentence.

Kimora Lee-Simmons has continued to focus her attention on her family, business career and major life changes while focusing on her family.

Tim Leissner files for divorce from Kimora Lee Simmons amid legal troubles

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According to court documents obtained by Us Weekly, Leissner (56), filed the petition in Los Angeles on February 4, citing irreconcilable disagreements.

While the exact date of separation has not been specified, reports indicate that the couple has lived apart since at least 2020.

Leissner, in the filing, asks for spousal maintenance from Simmons, 50. She also asks the court to stop her from receiving financial assistance from him. He also wants his legal fees covered.

The former couple has one son, Wolfe Lee Leissner. Simmons is the mother of several other children, including two sons, Jaden and Gary, and two daughters, Ming and Aoki, from her previous marriage with Russell Simmons.

Leissner’s filing is part of ongoing legal proceedings relating to his role in 1Malaysia Development Berhad 1MDB scandal.

Tim Leissner’s Legal Troubles And Divorce Application Amid 1MDB Scandal Falls

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Leissner pleaded guilty to charges of money laundering and violating the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act in 2018.

In exchange for his guilty plea, he forfeited shares worth over $200 million and tens of thousands of dollars. Authorities in the United States estimate that approximately $4.5 billion of the fund was misappropriated.

Henry Mazurek, his attorney, said that Leissner had finalized his divorce just days before he reported to a federal prison in Pennsylvania on 6 February. According to prison records, he’s expected to be released in September 2027.

During his sentencing he expressed regret for his actions and apologized to the people in Malaysia. He also acknowledged the impact of the scandal.

Kimora Lee Simmons Alludes To Her Marital Struggles

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In recent interviews, Simmons has made a number of references to her personal changes.

In December, she spoke about her changing life, referencing changes in her career, her relationships, and her investments, while highlighting her role as a mom.

The former model stated that she raises her children largely independently and places a high priority on being present with them.

Kimora Lee Simmons Relationship Timeline and Reflections on Co-Parenting

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In 2012, Leissner and Simmons were first linked. This was shortly after she split with Hounsou. In 2014, their marriage was confirmed publicly. Russell Simmons addressed speculation at the time by stating that Leissner was already a part of the family.

Russell tweeted that time: “We all love @OfficialKimora but the truth is she’s happily married.” “Tim is family since a long time.”

Before her relationship, Simmons was married for 11 years to Russell Simmons before their divorce in 2009. She later dated Hounsou, for several years.

In an interview with People Magazine in 2025, Simmons revealed that she has a very limited relationship with the fathers of her children and raises them largely on her own.

She said she was the primary parent, and that her focus was on personal growth and independence. She added that she is content to be single and prioritize her family.

Kimora Lee Simmons reflects on Baby Phat sale, says she was underpaid and left out of key deal talks

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Simmons also spoke about the lessons she learned from her early entrepreneurial ventures, including her work with Baby Phat.

Baby Phat, launched in 1999, grew to be a fashion brand that defined the early 2000s. It generated over $1 billion dollars in revenue. Simmons revealed, however, that when the company, valued at $140 million was sold, she received a fraction of this amount. She estimated her share to be about $20 million or even less.

She said that she “missed the preliminary conversations” that led up to the sale and therefore, key decisions were taken without her input.

The Kimora Lee Simmons’ Husband Demands Spousal support While Asking the Court to Block Her from His Money originally appeared on The Blast.

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La Toya Jackson was a striking presence at the Los Angeles premier of “Michael”, the highly anticipated biopic on her late brother Michael Jackson. The 69-year old stepped out in a strapless black gown that highlighted the slim figure of her 69-year-old body. La Toya finished the look with opera gloves and a bold, diamond necklace. The result was a dramatic, high glam look that got people talking on social media.

Jackson Family Shows up To ‘Michael in Force’

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The premiere became a family affair with several members of Jackson’s clan in attendance. Jackie Jackson, Jermaine Jackson and Marlon Jackson attended, as well as Austin Brown, Michael’s nephew, and Prince Jackson, Michael’s son. Prince’s siblings Paris Jackson, Bigi Jackson, and Marlon Jackson were all present, along with Austin Brown, Michael’s son, and Prince Jackson.

La Toya Sparks Harsh Comparations As ‘Michael Biopic’ Nears Release Date

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The comments section exploded with harsh reactions as soon as photos of the red carpet appeared. Some users made comparisons with her famous family. One user wrote, “She looks just like her dad lol,” and another commented, “I’ve always said Michael hadn’t died but transformed into La Toya.”

Others leaned on pop culture references. One person said, “She looks just like Yzma in ‘The Emperor’s New Groove.'” Where’s Kronk? Another added bluntly, “Michael dressed up.”

The premiere is just a few days before “Michael”, which will officially hit theaters on 24 April, takes place. The film will follow Michael Jackson’s journey, from his early days as a member of The Jackson 5 through to his rise to global stardom.

Janet Jackson Opted Out Of ‘Michael’ Biopic

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La Toya Jackson revealed not all members of the famous Jackson family, including Janet Jackson, signed up for “Michael”. La Toya Jackson said, “I wish everyone was in the film,” at the premiere of the film at the Dolby Theater. “She was asked and she politely declined, so it’s important to respect her wishes.”

In the Antoine Fuqua biopic, Jaafar Jackson plays Michael Jackson alongside Colman Domingo who portrays Joe Jackson and Nia Lang as Katherine Jackson. Jessica Sula plays La Toya, and Juliano Valdi portrays a younger Michael.

LaToya remarked, “Oh my god, I must tell you that Jaafar played Michael absolutely fantastically.” “I’m certain you’ve watched the movie and you know how wonderful it is. We all forget that we are watching Mike and think we’re watching him. It’s as if you’re saying, “Oh, I forgot that this is Jaafar.”

Director Antoine Fuqua stressed that involving family members was a top priority. “You’re telling someone’s story, you want to ensure that they are happy,” he said.

Paris Jackson Slams Biopic as ‘Inaccurate”

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Paris Jackson and Bigi Jackson have not been involved in the film, even though it has the backing of Michael’s estate. Prince Jackson is an executive producer. Paris has voiced her concerns about the film, claiming it contains “a lot” of inaccuracies and “a bunch of outright lies.”

“The film caters to a very particular section of my father’s fandom who still live in fantasy. “They’re going be happy with it,” said she in a video posted on social media.

Health Concerns about La Toya resurfaced last year after cryptic doctor visits

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La Toya had already caused concern among fans when she shared a series videos from a doctor’s office last year. In one clip she said, “I’m at the doctor again. I’m hoping everything goes well, all results are positive, and I hope that you guys have a wonderful day, bye.”

Days later, the former Playboy Cover Star posted another update about a follow-up trip, saying “Guess what I’m doing on this Monday morning?” You guessed it again. I have to go for regular check-ups. Oh well. Have a great weekend, guys.”

Concerns intensified in December after La Toya posted a video which many viewers claimed highlighted her noticeably thin frame. As the clip grew in popularity, speculation spread on social media about Jackson’s health. Jackson responded, but she did not directly address the rumors.

“I hear, I see, I send love, and I want to say!” Enjoy your weekend with positivity!” she wrote.The La Toya Jackson At ‘Michael’ Premiere Resembles a Disney Villain originally appeared on The Blast

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Sydney Sweeney, who is currently starring in the third season of HBO’s hit series “Euphoria,” is not expected to appear in the sequel, “Devil Wears Prada 2,” which is scheduled to hit theaters May 1. The film will feature a variety of cameos, guest appearances, including Sweeney. She was reportedly removed from the film. Sydney Sweeney’s ‘Devil Wears Prada 2 Cameo’ Reportedly Cut Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA A source close to Entertainment Weekly spoke exclusively about Sydney Sweeney and her role in the film. She also explained why her cameo had been cut. According to the insider, Sweeney would have appeared in a scene at Emily Blunt’s Dior office with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway as they arrived to ask for her assistance. Sweeney appeared in the scene, which was described as lasting three minutes. Sweeney’s cameo “did not work structurally” with the rest sequence, leading to a “creative decision” to cut her out of the film. The source said that the film team was “grateful for her participation”. Sweeney and ‘Euphoria,’ Spark Backlash for Highly Sexualized Season 3 scenes ZUMAPRESS.com/MEGA On April 12th, after a four-year wait “Euphoria”, finally returned to catch up the cast as they enter adulthood through a five-year jump in time. Many fans could not get past the scenes starring Sydney Sweeney as Cassie Howard. Cassie Howard has a career with OnlyFans this season. She takes very suggestive, highly sexualized pictures that many find degrading. Some critics went even further and accused “Euphoria”, and its creator Sam Levinson, of focusing on “disturbing”, “misogynistic”, and “disgusting” storylines in comparison to previous season. Sweeney’s first scene of season three is her dressed as a puppy, eating out of a bowl and being led by a leash. In the next episode, she is dressed as a baby, with her legs spread and sucking on a pacifier. She also appears topless, with icecream dripping from her nipples. Sweeney also appears in scenes wearing a wet American flag shirt without a bra and dressed as a baseball catcher in only a naked thong. One social media user asked “How did Sydney agree to do this season of Euphoria?” Another said, “Why would Sydney accept to do allat… weird?” On April 16, OnlyFans’ model Sophie Rain spoke to Complex about Sweeney portraying Cassie’s first foray on the platform. She didn’t mince her words. Rain said, “I watched the episode and while I love Sydney Sweeney I believe that the portrayal the director created, labeling OnlyFans this easy money portal, is damaging for young girls.” She said that only a few hundred women have made money on the platform, and most women make less than a hundred dollars per month. Rain told the outlet that she thought some of Sweeney’s outfits, particularly the baby costume, painted OnlyFans girls in a bad light. Sam Levinson, creator of ‘Euphoria,’ explained the ‘humor’ behind Sweeney’s character dressing up like a dog. Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency / MEGA Levinson spoke with The Hollywood Reporter about Cassie’s storyline in season three. Levinson explained that “[Cassie]’s dog house, her little dog ears, and her nose have their own humor. But what makes the scene is that her housekeeper films it.” “We wanted to find the other layer of absurdity so that we weren’t too inside her fantasy or illusion. The gag is to jump out and break the wall,” Levinson told the outlet. “We wanted to be inside what she was trying to show, but also pull back and see how depressing that is,” he told the outlet.

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Many predict that the upcoming Michael Jackson biography, aptly named “Michael,” will be one of the most popular films of the year. The film, which stars Jaafar, the nephew of Michael Jackson, is being slammed now by critics following its Los Angeles premiere. LaToya, however, has a different opinion, praising Antoine Fuqua’s opus.

LaToya Jackson Enjoyed ‘Michael’

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Jackson attended the premiere of ‘Michael,’ at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, on April 20. She spoke to Variety on the red carpet and revealed her initial reaction to the request to make the film. She remembered, “I said that this was wonderful. Just make sure that it is true to life and that it is good and great.

La Toya says Jaafar’s performance is so convincing that she and her family will think they are “watching Mike.” pic.twitter.com/40bCXQAS7U– Variety (@Variety) April 21, 2026

Jackson said it was “fabulous” when asked about her nephew portraying Jaafar, her late brother. She added, “We forget and think we are watching Mike and it’s almost like, ‘Oh I forgot, this Jaafar. So he delivered. He did an amazing job.”

The interviewer then mentioned the controversies surrounding the film during production, and asked if Jackson ever thought that it wouldn’t get released. Jackson replied, “I knew it would be released in time.” Sometimes it takes a while, but here we are.

Critics Aren’t Happy With The Biopic

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Lionsgate, which is the studio behind “Michael”, has lifted the review embargo following the premiere. Film Updates on X reports that it debuted on Rotten Tomatoes at a 27% rating. This was based upon 41 reviews from critics.

‘MICHAEL,’ a film based on 41 reviews, debuts with a Rotten Tomatoes score of 27%. pic.twitter.com/LsogmSUMTr– Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) April 21, 2026

Rotten Tomatoes’ score dropped to 24% as of this writing after four additional critics added their opinions. The score will fluctuate as new reviews are added. What’s wrong with this highly anticipated biopic then? The general consensus is that the film doesn’t tell the complete story. There is also talk of a sequel.

Matt Goldberg, a film critic, said that to even call Michael “half a story” would be to give it too much credit.

Joey Morona wrote: “It will have you grooving with nostalgia in your seat, but it will dissipate as soon as you leave the theater, and realize that Bubbles the CGI chimp was real. ‘”

Brian Orndorf said, “All of the rough edges have professionally been sanded by Logan and Fuqua. And perhaps this is what faithful want, two hours of the cuddliest and kindest Michael Jackson possible.”

John Nugen, who reviewed the film last, said, “The two young men portraying Michael Jackson are able to give a very impressive performance, but it is not enough to overcome the uncomfortable fact that the other side of the pop star is conspicuously absent here.”

Fans Believe There Is An ‘Agenda” Against Michael

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Jackson’s music legacy has a loyal fan base that continues to grow even 16 years after his tragic death. There has been a lot of discussion about the reaction of the new biopic. Some claim that critics want to see only the controversial parts of Jackson’s life.

One person wrote, “I watched that.” These people are out to get Michael. They want him to fail in every way. It’s a funny film that makes you laugh and sometimes gets you emotional. They could have done a few different things. I would place it somewhere between “Ray” and “Bohemian Rhapsody.” ‘”

Another social media user said, “The media always tries to cancel him.” The movie is fantastic. “The public will love it.”

Another person said, “No one will be surprised if it gets a >85% audience rating.” The critics made up their minds about this film 6 years ago. Criticism based on ignorance and bad faith. “They have no power any more.”

Another X user defended their reviews by saying, “Bullsh*t, you guys can’t take anything seriously. They have to love everything they release, just to keep you from getting upset. It’s ridiculous.”

The movie is predicted to open big

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There are very few sure bets in today’s world when it comes box office success. According to Deadline, Michael is expected to have an impressive first weekend at box office. According to early April tracking, it is expected that the movie will bring in at least $60 million.

If this is true, it would place it above biopics like 2015’s “Straight Outta Compton,” with $60 million, and the 2018 film “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which made $51 in its first weekend.

Jaafar revealed the biggest misconception about his uncle

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Jackson, 24, spoke with ExtraTV on the red carpet of the “Michael’ premiere. During the conversation, he was questioned about the biggest misconception people have about his legendary Uncle. Jakson replied, “I’d say that he was trying to be white.” It’s a common misconception.

He then went on to explain how the film will put to rest those rumors. Jackson said, “This film gives an understanding of how vitiliago was a part of his life. Not many people understand that, and he dealt with it from a young age.”

“Michael,” which is due to hit theaters on April 24, will have some preview screenings in the days before its release. The Blast first published The LaToya Reacts to “Michael” Amid Bad Reviews.

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Eminem celebrated a personal milestone by marking 18 years sobriety in a recent Instagram post. The rapper shared a photo that highlighted the importance of his long road to recovery. The rapper is known to be open about his past struggles. This achievement reflects years of dedication that has drawn positive reactions from his fans and friends.

Eminem Shares Photo Of His Sobriety chip

XVIII pic.twitter.com/TivHY1pzmD– Marshall Mathers (@Eminem) April 20, 2026

Eminem (born Marshall Bruce Mathers III) shared a simple social media post on April 20 showing off a sobriety card in black and gold with the roman number “XVIII” to mark 18 years of sobriety. The border of the chip was inscribed with the phrase “To thine self be true.” On the triangle’s sides, the words “unity,”‘service,” and’recovery were written. He added “XVIII” followed by an emoji of a medal for 1st place.

One user wrote, “F-cking18 years.” Others congratulated him on his remarkable achievement. This is what you call standing the test of age in a nutshell.

Other people also shared photos of sobriety chip, with one person stating that Eminem was the inspiration for him. “LETS GO, KING!!! You inspired me to quit when you saw me in Austin! I’m proud of my 1 year sobriety!!! !”

The Rapper Nearly Died From An Overdose in 2007

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Eminem is open about his substance abuse issues. He once said that he takes between 10 and twenty pills daily. “I was taking Valium Ambien and Vicodin. “I was taking a lot. The numbers got so big I didn’t know what I took,” he wrote for Vibe magazine.

Before his near-fatal drug overdose in 2007, the rapper was dealing with personal issues. The year before, he filed for divorce from Kim Scott a second time. His best friend was then killed in a fight at a bar the following week. Eminem collapsed after taking too many methadone pills in December 2007. He was rushed into the hospital where doctors said he would not have survived if he’d been brought in 2 hours later.

“I didn’t want to believe that it was a serious disease. I only realized I had a disease when I almost died. I continued to use. “I literally almost died,” he said.

Eminem’s Overdose in a Documentary

Eminem turned down a $100-million world tour to not miss his daughter Hailie growing up. pic.twitter.com/dK7dc2tyA4– (@fwskiiii) April 18, 2026

In 2025, a documentary called “Stans”, which was based on the views of his fans, was released. It focused on the career of the rapper. Eminem revealed details of his overdose in the documentary, saying that he had been in a “vicious cycle” of depression and popping pills. “I woke in the hospital, and I didn’t even know what had happened. I woke up with tubes in my body and s-t in my lungs and I was unable to get up. “I wanted to move,” said he.

Hailie Jade was the main reason he decided to become sober. Eminem was filled with guilt after he missed his daughter’s first guitar recital because of his overdose. The rapper decided that if he wasn’t able to be sober himself, he would at least be able to do it for his daughter. He entered rehab in 2008. Since then, he has been sober.

Elton John Aided The Rapper On His Sobriety Journey

Eminem and Elton John performing “Stan” at the 2001 Grammy Awards pic.twitter.com/aXDBVfl3WR– Gene (@EugeneBurger3) April 10, 2026

Eminem sought guidance from Elton John who has been sober for over 20 years. John told The Guardian in 2010 that he had been helping Eminem for the past 18 months.

The rapper revealed that he was inspired by the singer, John, when he decided he wanted to quit drinking. John is also in the entertainment industry and could relate to the rapper’s lifestyle. Eminem said that John understood the pressures and other reasons for drug use.

Eminem and John met for the first time at the 2001 Grammys, when they performed together “Stan”. The rapper was criticized for lyrics that were perceived by some as homophobic. John later defended the rapper by saying that he did not view him as homophobic. Since then, the two have developed a strong bond that goes beyond their work as entertainers.

Eminem Became a Grandfather for the Second Time

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Eminem’s 18-year sobriety may not be the only thing he is celebrating. Alaina Scott, the rapper’s daughter adopted by him, gave birth to Scottie on April 14. Eminem has become a grandfather for the second time in less than two year.

Hailie gave birth in March 2025 to a son, Elliot Marshall McClintok. The middle name is a tribute to her father.

Eminem has been working on various projects and according to Paul Rosenberg, his manager, he’s developing new music. There has not been any confirmation of a release date for the new album. The Eminem Marks His 18 Years Of Sobriety Post first appeared on The Blast