LL Cool J’s Wife Simone Smith Speaks On Maintaining A 30-Year Marriage Despite ‘Highs & Lows’: ‘We Still Like
Each Other’
Simone I. Smith is getting candid about love, legacy, and staying grounded in a decades-long marriage to hip-hop legend LL Cool J.
Speaking with OK! recently, the jewelry designer shared how she and her husband have made things work all these years by continuing to champion one another.
She shared:
“Marriage is a journey, and like any journey, it comes with its highs and lows,”
Adding:
“The hardest part has been navigating the busy seasons — when life, work, and family pull us in different directions, but I’ve mastered making sure my presence is always felt.”
The couple, who tied the knot in 1995, have raised four children and are now proud grandparents. Smith credits prayer, patience, and faith as the cornerstones of their relationship, stating:
“We still like each other. We laugh a lot, we support each other through everything, and we’ve grown together through every chapter of life.”
Outside of family, Smith is continuing to grow her namesake jewelry brand, Simone I. Smith — a business she launched after surviving a rare form of bone cancer in 2004. Speaking on her company, she stated:
“After my cancer journey, I knew I wanted to do something meaningful, something that fused my passion with purpose. Jewelry became that outlet for me.”
Simone notes that LL, who she affectionately calls Todd, has been a constant positive presence even as she began pursuing her own passions. She shared:
“He’s my biggest supporter and sounding board. Whether I’m testing out a new design or navigating a tough decision, he’s right there with honest feedback. We’re a team.”
Continuing:
“I’ve also designed jewelry for men, and Todd modeled the pieces for the launch of Legacy, our men’s collection, alongside our son Najee. It was a proud family moment and a true reflection of how we support and uplift each other.”
