Angela Simmons

Angela Simmons is an American entrepreneur, fashion designer, television personality, and lifestyle influencer known for her work in fashion, entertainment, and wellness. Simmons gained national attention through the reality TV series "Run's House," which chronicled her family life alongside her father, Rev Run. She attended the Fashion Institute of Technology, providing a foundation for her career in fashion design and business.

Simmons' early exposure to both entertainment and business enabled her to establish a career in her own right. She became the editor of the mini-magazine "Angela's Rundown," distributed with Word Up! magazine, a publication for teenagers covering style, music, and culture. Simmons later appeared in the reality show "Daddy's Girls" and serves as both star and executive producer of the reality series "Growing Up Hip Hop." She also launched the digital docuseries "Just Angela," which highlights her entrepreneurial and personal journey.

In the footwear industry, Simmons co-founded Pastry Footwear with her sister Vanessa Simmons, a sneaker brand under Run Athletics that achieved significant sales and recognition for its colorful, dessert-themed designs. She expanded her influence in fashion by launching the clothing line "Foofi and Bella" with Olympian Sanya Richards-Ross and owns the lifestyle brand ANGELA I AM. Simmons also created Simmons Beauty, a vegan skincare brand, and partnered with restaurateur Pinky Cole to launch Angela's Cakes.

A dedicated advocate for plant-based living, Simmons is a spokesperson for PETA and promotes veganism and cruelty-free products. She also serves as an ambassador for the Children's Miracle Network, supporting youth empowerment initiatives. Her television credits include guest appearances on "The Wendy Williams Show," "Entertainment Tonight," "Access Hollywood," and "Good Day New York." Simmons has appeared on the covers of magazines such as Kontrol, Honey, PYNK, JET, Rolling Out, and Sheen.

Throughout her career, Simmons has addressed topics such as entrepreneurship, women's empowerment, wellness, and resilience. She uses her platform to discuss self-growth, confidence, and authenticity, contributing to conversations in modern lifestyle media and the business community.