Russell Simmons
Russell Simmons is a producer whose BroadwayWorld credits include Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam. Awards include Tony Awards for Russell Simmons' Def Poetry Jam on Broadway (2003).
Date of Birth: October 04, 1957 (69)
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Photos
Actress and Host Tamara Tunie attends Russell Simmons'' Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation''s Annual Rush HeARTS Education Luncheon at The Plaza Hotel on March 11, 2016 in New York City.
Date:
03/11/2016
From: Photo Flash: Cyndi Lauper, Bobbi MacKenzie, Lena Hall and More at 2016 RUSH HeARTS Luncheon
Hip-hop pioneer Russell Simmons (of Def Jam Recordings), as Chairman of The Foundation for Ethnic Understanding, speaks on the importance of cross-cultural programming to foster understanding and change. Photo by Victor Nechay (properpix.com)
Date:
01/20/2016
From: Photo Flash: National Yiddish Theatre Folksbiene Hosts 3rd Annual SOUL TO SOUL
Russell Simmons and Mallika Sherawat attending the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner at the Washington Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C.. © Walter McBride / WM Photography / Retna Ltd.
Date:
05/02/2011
From: Photo Coverage: Stars at the 2011 White House Correspondents' Dinner - Part 2
Productions
Movies
Krush Groove
[ 1985 ] Crocket
[ 1985 ] Crocket
Tougher Than Leather
[ 1988 ] producer
[ 1988 ] producer
The Nutty Professor
[ 1996 ] producer
[ 1996 ] producer
How to Be a Player
[ 1997 ] producer
[ 1997 ] producer
Butter
[ 1998 ] Celebrity Guest #2
[ 1998 ] Celebrity Guest #2
Undateable John
[ 2019 ] Suicide Hotline Operator
[ 2019 ] Suicide Hotline Operator
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Special Theatrical Event
Russell Simmons, Russell Simmons' Def Poetry Jam on Broadway
Videos
VIDEO: Watch a Costume Featurette From WEST SIDE STORY Featuring Paul Tazewell
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2022-01-20 16:56:34
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Showtime's LAVELL CRAWFORD: HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS, Premiering 11/3
by Emily Bruno - 2017-10-27 12:50:58
VIDEO: One Night Only! Kevin Hart & More Set for DEF COMEDY JAM 25 on Netflix
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-08-24 09:21:26
News
THE LEGENDS OF LAUGHTER to Play Tanger Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
THE LEGENDS OF LAUGHTER comedy tour will feature Bruce Bruce, Lavell Crawford, Sheryl Underwood, Adele Givens, Don DC Curry, and Drankin at the Tanger Center in Greensboro, North Carolina.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
THE LEGENDS OF LAUGHTER comedy tour will feature Bruce Bruce, Lavell Crawford, Sheryl Underwood, Adele Givens, Don DC Curry, and Drankin at the Tanger Center in Greensboro, North Carolina.
THE LEGENDS OF LAUGHTER to Play North Charleston PAC
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
Comedy stars Earthquake, Bruce Bruce, Sheryl Underwood, Lavell Crawford, and Adele Givens will perform at North Charleston Performing Arts Center. Tickets go on sale at Ticketmaster.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2026
Comedy stars Earthquake, Bruce Bruce, Sheryl Underwood, Lavell Crawford, and Adele Givens will perform at North Charleston Performing Arts Center. Tickets go on sale at Ticketmaster.
Dodge Poetry Festival Returns to Newark with Patti Smith
by Rachel Stone - Sep 15, 2026
North America's largest poetry festival will present three days of poetry, spoken word, hip-hop and workshops featuring Patti Smith, Arthur Sze, Elizabeth Acevedo and Def Poetry Jam alumni across seven stages in downtown Newark.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 15, 2026
North America's largest poetry festival will present three days of poetry, spoken word, hip-hop and workshops featuring Patti Smith, Arthur Sze, Elizabeth Acevedo and Def Poetry Jam alumni across seven stages in downtown Newark.
Dodge Poetry Festival to Return to Newark With Patti Smith, Arthur Sze
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026
NJPAC and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation will present the Dodge Poetry Festival across seven stages in downtown Newark, featuring Patti Smith, Arthur Sze, Elizabeth Acevedo and Tyehimba Jess.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 8, 2026
NJPAC and the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation will present the Dodge Poetry Festival across seven stages in downtown Newark, featuring Patti Smith, Arthur Sze, Elizabeth Acevedo and Tyehimba Jess.
11REFLECTIONS: NYC to Add Performers at HERE Arts Center for 9/11 Event
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026
Kayhan Irani, Nejla Yatkin and Zafer Tawil will join James Scruggs for 11REFLECTIONS: NYC at HERE Arts Center, marking 25 years since September 11 through performance and community dialogue.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 31, 2026
Kayhan Irani, Nejla Yatkin and Zafer Tawil will join James Scruggs for 11REFLECTIONS: NYC at HERE Arts Center, marking 25 years since September 11 through performance and community dialogue.
11REFLECTIONS: NYC to Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11 at HERE Arts Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
Art2Action will present two performances at HERE Arts Center centering MENA/SWANA voices and artists of color in reflection on the legacy of 9/11 and the wars that followed.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2026
Art2Action will present two performances at HERE Arts Center centering MENA/SWANA voices and artists of color in reflection on the legacy of 9/11 and the wars that followed.
DEF POETRY JAM REUNION to Take Center Stage at NJPAC During Dodge Poetry Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
NJPAC will host an exclusive DEF POETRY JAM reunion during the Dodge Poetry Festival, featuring alumni performances and a tribute to Abiodun Oyewole, founding member of The Last Poets.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
NJPAC will host an exclusive DEF POETRY JAM reunion during the Dodge Poetry Festival, featuring alumni performances and a tribute to Abiodun Oyewole, founding member of The Last Poets.
The Dodge Poetry Festival Will Return To Newark In October
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
North America's largest poetry festival, produced by NJPAC, will present Patti Smith, U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze, a Def Poetry Jam reunion, and writing workshops at its upcoming Newark edition.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2026
North America's largest poetry festival, produced by NJPAC, will present Patti Smith, U.S. Poet Laureate Arthur Sze, a Def Poetry Jam reunion, and writing workshops at its upcoming Newark edition.
Comedian Chris Tucker Announces Return To Encore Theater In March 2025
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024
Award-winning actor and comedian, Chris Tucker, will make his highly-awaited return to the stage at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for his latest headlining engagement, March 28 - 29, 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 16, 2024
Award-winning actor and comedian, Chris Tucker, will make his highly-awaited return to the stage at Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for his latest headlining engagement, March 28 - 29, 2025.
Martin Lawrence Brings Y'ALL KNOW WHAT IT IS Tour to Landers Center
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
Martin Lawrence will bring the “Y’all Know What It Is!” tour to Landers Center on Friday, January 17. Martin's set is an all-new one hour set where Martin brings the real talk and finds the funny in everything from family to culture as only he can.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2024
Martin Lawrence will bring the “Y’all Know What It Is!” tour to Landers Center on Friday, January 17. Martin's set is an all-new one hour set where Martin brings the real talk and finds the funny in everything from family to culture as only he can.
Chris Tucker Will Headline Valentine's Comedy Night at NJPAC
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024
Following multiple sold-out performances at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), award-winning actor and comedian Chris Tucker will return for his latest headlining engagement on Valentine's Evening.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024
Following multiple sold-out performances at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), award-winning actor and comedian Chris Tucker will return for his latest headlining engagement on Valentine's Evening.
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center Announces Three Plays For Teatro Salon Table Reading Series
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center in San Antonio announced three plays for its Teatro Salon Table Reading Series, scheduled for November-December 2024, showcasing new works and local talent.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 22, 2024
The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center in San Antonio announced three plays for its Teatro Salon Table Reading Series, scheduled for November-December 2024, showcasing new works and local talent.
Taalam Acey's Spoken Word Apex Returns to NJPAC Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
Poet/Curator Taalam Acey honed his poetic skills growing up in Newark. Now known as “The Godfather of Spoken Word,” Acey triumphantly returns home to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center's (NJPAC) Victoria Theater on Saturday, August 24, 2024, to curate Spoken Word Apex, an illuminating night of poetry, visual arts and music, as part of NJPAC's Dodge Poetry series.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2024
Poet/Curator Taalam Acey honed his poetic skills growing up in Newark. Now known as “The Godfather of Spoken Word,” Acey triumphantly returns home to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center's (NJPAC) Victoria Theater on Saturday, August 24, 2024, to curate Spoken Word Apex, an illuminating night of poetry, visual arts and music, as part of NJPAC's Dodge Poetry series.
Martin Lawrence to Hit The Road This Summer With Y'ALL KNOW WHAT IT IS! Comedy Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024
Join Martin Lawrence as he brings laughter and joy with his summer comedy tour, Y'ALL KNOW WHAT IT IS! Don't miss the chance to see this legendary comedian live on stage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 8, 2024
Join Martin Lawrence as he brings laughter and joy with his summer comedy tour, Y'ALL KNOW WHAT IT IS! Don't miss the chance to see this legendary comedian live on stage.
Chris Tucker Comes to Royal Albert Hall in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024
Internationally renowned award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker has announced a one-off London date on Sunday 2nd June at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall. This is his first UK date since 2018 when he sold out his entire tour.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 24, 2024
Internationally renowned award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker has announced a one-off London date on Sunday 2nd June at the prestigious Royal Albert Hall. This is his first UK date since 2018 when he sold out his entire tour.
Chris Tucker Returns To Encore Theater At Wynn Las Vegas This July
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024
Comedian Chris Tucker is set to return to the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for a two-night special in July 2024.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024
Comedian Chris Tucker is set to return to the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for a two-night special in July 2024.
THE 8th ANNUAL LA GET DOWN FESTIVAL Set For This April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024
THE 8th ANNUAL LA GET DOWN FESTIVAL, celebrating the Los Angeles’s diverse arts communities through hip-hop and spoken word, is set for next month.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 29, 2024
THE 8th ANNUAL LA GET DOWN FESTIVAL, celebrating the Los Angeles’s diverse arts communities through hip-hop and spoken word, is set for next month.
Tyrese Shawn Avery, Dyllón Burnside & More to Lead LONG WAY DOWN Presentations
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2023
Get the latest news on the casting for the invited presentations of the new musical 'Long Way Down,' based on the acclaimed novel by Jason Reynolds. Find out who will be bringing this powerful story to life on stage at The Apollo on October 27 and 28.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 6, 2023
Get the latest news on the casting for the invited presentations of the new musical 'Long Way Down,' based on the acclaimed novel by Jason Reynolds. Find out who will be bringing this powerful story to life on stage at The Apollo on October 27 and 28.
Bay Street Theater Unveils Lineup for ALL STAR COMEDY Series in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has revealed the hysterical line-up for the second iteration of this season's ALL STAR COMEDY series set for Friday, October 27, at 8 pm.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 28, 2023
Bay Street Theater & Sag Harbor Center for the Arts has revealed the hysterical line-up for the second iteration of this season's ALL STAR COMEDY series set for Friday, October 27, at 8 pm.
Chris Tucker Brings The Legend Tour to Aronoff Center in October
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2023
Award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker has announced his first major tour in North America since 2011. Produced by Live Nation, the historic 30-city fall 2023 run – The Legend Tour 2023 – kicks off on September 8 at North Charleston Performing Arts Center in Charleston, South Carolina.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2023
Award-winning actor, producer and comedian Chris Tucker has announced his first major tour in North America since 2011. Produced by Live Nation, the historic 30-city fall 2023 run – The Legend Tour 2023 – kicks off on September 8 at North Charleston Performing Arts Center in Charleston, South Carolina.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Russell Simmons been nominated for?
and Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for Russell Simmons' Def Poetry Jam on Broadway.
What awards has Russell Simmons won?
Best Special Theatrical Event (Tony Awards) for Russell Simmons' Def Poetry Jam on Broadway.
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