Russell Simmons is publicly pushing again after his ex-wife, Kimora Lee Simmons, mentioned she doesn’t have a relationship with the fathers of her kids, sparking renewed stress between the previous couple.

In a latest PEOPLE interview, Kimora acknowledged that she doesn’t “have a relationship” together with her children’ fathers. Russell rapidly responded on-line, disputing her feedback and sharing his aspect of the state of affairs.

“I gave u 50,000 a month for 20 years. I used to be ur greatest and solely buddy,” Simmons wrote. He additionally claimed he’s the godfather to Kimora’s different three kids and alleged that their relationship modified after a enterprise dispute. “I’ve been combating for my children love and my bread ever since,” he added, saying there are “two sides to each story.”

Russell additionally alleged that he was threatened with shedding contact along with his kids if he pursued authorized motion. Kimora has not publicly responded to his statements.

The alternate has reignited public consideration on the previous couple’s lengthy working private and authorized conflicts, which date again years and have steadily performed out within the media.