Joseph Simmons Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 8 in |
Weight | 80 kg |
Date of Birth | November 14, 1964 |
Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
Spouse | Justine Simmons |
Joseph Simmons is an American DJ, rapper, and actor. In 1983, he co-founded the popular and influential hip hop group Run–D.M.C. with fellow musicians Darryl McDaniels and the late Jason William Mizell. He is also a practicing Christian minister, affectionately known as Reverend Run. Joseph achieved further prominence after starting an MTV reality TV series titled Run’s House (2005-2009) that revolved around his daily life with his family members.
Born Name
Joseph Ward Simmons
Nick Name
Run, Rev. Run, DJ Run

Sun Sign
Scorpio
Born Place
Hollis, Queens, New York City, New York, United States
Residence
Saddle River, Bergen County, New Jersey, United States
Nationality
Education
Joseph is a high school graduate.
Occupation
DJ, Rapper, Actor, Music Producer
Family
- Father – Daniel Simmons Sr. (Public School Administrator, History Professor, Poet)
- Mother – Evelyn Simmons (Teacher, Painter, Park Administrator)
- Siblings – Daniel “Danny” Simmons Jr. (Older Brother) (Artist, Painter), Russell Wendell Simmons (Older Brother) (Entrepreneur, Record Executive, Writer, Film Producer)
- Others – Jamel Simmons (Nephew) (Rapper, Actor, Designer), Kimora Lee Leissner (Ex Sister-in-Law) (Fashion Model, Fashion Designer), Ming Lee (Niece), Aoki Lee (Niece), Mia Kaylee Simmons (Granddaughter), Ava Marie Jean Wayans (Granddaughter), Michael Wayans (Son-in-Law) (Actor), Tanice Amira (Daughter-in-Law)
Manager
He is represented by Yoni Goldberg, Booking agent, DGI Management, New York, United States.
Genre
Hip Hop, East Coast Hip Hop, Rap Rock
Instruments
Vocals
Labels
- Def Jam Recordings
- Profile Records
- Arista Records, Inc./Bertelsmann Music Group (BMG)
Build
Average
Height
5 ft 8 in or 173 cm
Weight
80 kg or 176.5 lbs

Girlfriend / Spouse
Joseph has dated –
Race / Ethnicity
Black
He is of African-American descent.
Hair Color
Bald
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight

Distinctive Features
- Stocky frame
- Clean-shaven look
- Freckled face
Brand Endorsements
Joseph, as a member of the hip hop group Run–D.M.C., has endorsed the multinational brand Adidas.
Religion
Pentecostalism (Protestant Christianity sect)
Joseph Simmons Favorite Things
Source – The New York Times, The Independent, New York Magazine

Joseph Simmons Facts
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