Russell Simmons’ topless thirst trap backfires as fans can’t help but admire his ‘melting’ belly

Russell Simmons shows his followers what wonders a consistent routine can do for the body.

On Friday, the Def Jam Records founder uploaded a photograph of himself shirtless, wearing gym shorts and a hat to indicate off his figure after doing “everyday activities” and eliminating any toxins.

In the caption, the 67-year-old detailed a few of his practices, such as taking every day ice baths every morning, meditating twice a day, yoga and going to the gym.

“I have learned to appreciate the excitement of choosing only healthy foods that have healing properties and avoiding toxic foods and people (love everyone but stick with those who uplift you,” he wrote in his Instagram caption.

Many individuals who know Simmons know that he has been living a holistic lifestyle for a while. He began eliminating animal products from his food regimen and commenced yoga within the Nineteen Nineties. He has also written several books on the topic to present readers a guide on the way to improve their lives as well as their lives in a foreign country.

“Over the years I have incorporated ideas and practices into my life. Basically, I believe that one thing at a time is easy and before you know it, you will be building a life of abundance,” the New York native continued.

“Of course, I’m still working on myself, but I’ve learned to be gentle with myself and master one thing at a time… choose ONE thing that will make you grow, do it until it becomes a habit, then choose another, and still another God will reward your efforts and support you,” Simmons further explained.

“I PROMISE that I have written 5 books about health, happiness and spirituality. God always reminds me, and you too, to be obedient and live up to the promises, remember to walk the path laid out in your heart and in the scriptures #cryotherapy every day.”

Many fans couldn’t help but look past the seemingly healthful caption as they were distracted by Simmons’ thirst trap photo. Some have noticed that the daddy of two has developed loose skin since he lost weight over time.

“Being thirsty at such an old age is crazy but oh uncle,” one person said in her comments section. Another said: “You are in no shape topless. No need for this photo,” while a third replied: “Hey, please put a shirt on.”

Another said: “Now I know perfectly well that they make shirts in Bali. Cover them, Rush!!!!”

One of his defenders tried to silence the criticism, writing: “He looks healthier than half of these haters who are half his age!!!”

The Neighborhood Talk reposted the photo on its Instagram page and fans began telling jokes. One person he said“When the candle starts to melt.”

A second person commented: “Looks like whatever they said he did, he did.”

Simmons, who has lived in Bali since 2018, moved there shortly after he began receiving allegations of sexual assault and rape from several different women in 2017. Other women have since come forward, but Simmons has vehemently denied any wrongdoing. To further strengthen this claim, in an interview last yr on “In Depth with Graham Bensinger,” Simmons revealed that he had taken nine lie detector tests.

Earlier this month, it was reported that Simmons owed three women just over $3 million after failing to pay them by October 1 to settle previous settlements. The next day, the three women filed documents called sentencing statements in court to force Simmons to pay up.