Russell Simmons Accused of Sexual Assault: Lawsuit Takes Interesting Turn

Russell Simmons, the co-founder of Def Jam Recordings, is facing new legal challenges as a former employee, known as Jane Doe, accuses him of forging her signature on a settlement document related to her sexual assault allegations against him. The lawsuit, which has been ongoing since 2017, took an interesting turn when a document from three decades ago emerged, supposedly settling their dispute.

According to court documents obtained by AllHipHop, Jane Doe claims that the document is fake and that Simmons forged her signature on it. The document, titled ‘Agreement – Jane Doe v. Russell Simmons,’ is dated January 9, 1997, but the metadata shows it was created on March 24, 2024. Jane Doe argues that even if the document is real, it only covers her exit from Def Jam and financial considerations, not the actual accusation of sexual assault.

In response to the allegations, Simmons has denied any wrongdoing and has stood behind his nine lie detector tests as proof of his innocence. Jane Doe is seeking damages for loss of employment, business opportunities, wages, and injuries suffered as a result of the alleged unlawful conduct.

The authenticity of the document and the outcome of this case could have significant implications for Simmons and the other lawsuits he is facing. As the legal battle continues, the public awaits to see how this latest development will impact the ongoing allegations against the music mogul.