Running Russell Simmons
The docu-series "Running Russell Simmons" offers an exclusive peek at the life of Russell Simmons -- entrepreneur, entertainment and fashion icon, philanthropist and yogi -- and the powerful team who help to keep the machine running. Simmons' assistants not only know the ins and outs of his business deals, but also have a hand in managing his family life and party planning -- a commitment that is 24/7. This group of valuable colleagues includes Simone and Christina, who serve as Simmons' closest confidantes, fierce gatekeepers, philanthropic czars, business liaisons and more; and Adair, Trish and Piper who tirelessly work to keep the Russell Simmons machine well oiled and going. Ali and Sagen are Simone and Christina's new interns struggling to keep up with the hectic pace that running Russell Simmons demands. Simmons' associates work from his Fashion Avenue office in New York City, and their glam jobs bring them face-to-face with everyone from former Presidents and international royalty to Hollywood's elite. And with many new upcoming projects to juggle in the worlds of fashion, film and television, they certainly have their work cut out for them.
- 2010-2010
- 1 season
- Oxygen Network
- Reality
The docu-series "Running Russell Simmons" offers an exclusive peek at the life of Russell Simmons -- entrepreneur, entertainment and fashion icon, philanthropist and yogi -- and the powerful team who help to keep the machine running. Simmons' assistants not only know the ins and outs of his business deals, but also have a hand in managing his family life and party planning -- a commitment that is 24/7. This group of valuable colleagues includes Simone and Christina, who serve as Simmons' closest confidantes, fierce gatekeepers, philanthropic czars, business liaisons and more; and Adair, Trish and Piper who tirelessly work to keep the Russell Simmons machine well oiled and going. Ali and Sagen are Simone and Christina's new interns struggling to keep up with the hectic pace that running Russell Simmons demands. Simmons' associates work from his Fashion Avenue office in New York City, and their glam jobs bring them face-to-face with everyone from former Presidents and international royalty to Hollywood's elite. And with many new upcoming projects to juggle in the worlds of fashion, film and television, they certainly have their work cut out for them.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2010
Episode 1
Models, Bottles and Intern Squabbles
Tue, Nov 2, 2010 44 mins
Russell and his team scramble to put together their Argyle Culture fashion shoot with Tyson Beckford while also planning a huge charity event with model Selita Ebanks.
Episode 2
Basic Instinct
Tue, Nov 9, 2010 44 mins
Rapper TI meets with Russell and Sagen, wearing a very short skirt, behaves inappropriately. Meanwhile Simone decides to do a PETA demo naked in Times Square.
Episode 3
Party Pooper
Tue, Nov 16, 2010 44 mins
Russell's annual 4th of July Party is just days away and he tasks Piper with getting Amber Rose to be the celebrity blogger for the night, but when Amber refuses to go to the party, looks like Piper could lose her job.
Episode 4
Fashion Faux Pas
Tue, Nov 23, 2010 43 mins
Russell's 4th of July party comes to a close and the team gets a visit from Courtney Love and the chance to put on an Argyle Culture fashion presentation for Macy's.
Episode 5
You Only Live Once
Tue, Nov 30, 2010 44 mins
Russell and team head out to LA to launch their Def Jam Rap Star game and to visit Russell's kids. Simone begins to search for ways to embrace life to its fullest, including pole dancing with Aubrey O'Day.
Episode 6
Art for Life
Tue, Dec 7, 2010 44 mins
As the team plans for their biggest celebrity filled charity party of the year, Art for Life, the interns work hard to impress, competing for the one job available at the end of the summer.
