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Valerie Vaughn (Joseph Simmons’ Ex-Wife) Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family and Net Worth

Last Updated on June 28, 2025: By Mercy Chumba

Valerie Vaughn Biography

Valerie Vaughn is an American Celebrity who was born and brought up in the United States. She is famously known for being the ex-wife of Joseph Simmons, a rapper, producer, DJ, and television personality. The couple eventually got married in 1983 and together they share three children, Vanessa Simmons, Angela Simmons, and Joseph “JoJo” Ward Simmons, Jr, but the marriage didn’t last.

Valerie is also a teacher who used to work in the New York City Department of Education.

10 Quick Facts About Valerie Vaughn

Here is a list are 10 facts about Vaughn


  • Name: Valerie Vaughn
  • Age: 59 Years Old
  • Birthday: May 11
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus
  • Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68m)
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: Celebrity Ex-Wife and Teacher
  • Marital Status: Divorced
  • Salary: Not Available
  • Net worth: Not Available

Valerie Vaughn Age

Valerie is 59 years old, she was born on May 11, 1966, in the United States. She celebrates her birthday on May 11 every year. Her birth sign is Taurus.

Valerie Vaughn Height

Valerie stands at an average height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68m).

Valerie Vaughn Weight

Vaughn has a moderate weight. Her weight and other body measurements are publicly not available. We will update this section once the information is available.

Early Life and Education

Born on May 11, 1966, in the United States, Valerie went to Andrew Jackson High School. She later joined Queens College, City University of New York. In 2018, Valerie earned a Doctor of Education from Walden University.

Rise to Fame and Breakthrough Moment

  • Vaughn gained fame due to her famous ex-husband, Joseph Simmons, an American rapper, producer, DJ, and television personality. He is one of the founding members of the influential hip-hop group Run-DMC. He is also a practicing minister, known as Reverend Run.

Personal Life

Valerie Vaughn Family, Parents

Vaughn was born and raised in the United States as the daughter of Danny Vaughn (father) and June A. Taylor (mother). Her father, Danny, passed away on June 8, 2013, while her mother passed away on November 21, 2019.

Valerie Vaughn Siblings

It is not known whether Valerie has any siblings or not. We will update this section once the information is available.

Valerie Vaughn Husband

Valerie was married to her ex-husband, Joseph Simmons, an American rapper, producer, DJ, and television personality. The couple had their wedding in 1983 and together they share three children: two daughters, Vanessa Simmons, Angela Simmons, and a son named Joseph “JoJo” Ward Simmons, Jr, but the marriage didn’t last.

Valerie Vaughn Children

Vaughn, together with her ex-husband Joseph are proud parents of three children: daughters Vanessa and Angela, and son JoJo. Rev. Run and Valerie’s kids all appeared on Run’s House, as did the rapper’s children with Justine.

Valerie Vaughn Net Worth

Valerie Vaughn’s net worth is publicly not available, while her ex-husband has an estimated net worth of $60 million. This includes her assets, money, and income. Her primary source of income is her career as a Celebrity Ex-Wife and Teacher. Through her various sources of income, Valerie has been able to accumulate a good fortune, but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Facts: Everything You Need to Know About Valerie Vaughn

Here are some interesting facts you should know about Valerie

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Joseph Simmons’ ex-wife Valerie Photo

Valerie Vaughn Bio.

  • Full Name: Valerie Vaughn
  • Popular As: Joseph Simmons’ ex-wife
  • Gender: Female
  • Occupation / Profession: Celebrity Ex-Wife and Teacher
  • Nationality: American
  • Race / Ethnicity: African American
  • Religion: Christian
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Birthday

  • Age: 59 Years Old
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus
  • Date of Birth: May 11, 1966
  • Place of Birth: United States
  • Birthday: May 11

Body Measurements

  • Height / How Tall?: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68m).
  • Weight: Moderate
  • Eye Color: Black
  • Hair Color: Black
  • Shoe Size: Not Available
  • Dress Size: Not Available
  • Breast Size: Not Available
  • Waist Size: Not Available
  • Hip Size: Not Available

Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Danny Vaughn
  • Mother: June A. Taylor.
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Available
  • Marital Status: Divorced
  • Dating / Husband: Was Married to Joseph Simmons
  • Children: Angela Simmons, Vanessa Simmons, and Joseph “Jojo” Ward Simmons Jr.

Net Worth and Salary

  • Net Worth: Not Available
  • Salary: Not Available
  • Source of Income: Celebrity Ex-Wife and Teacher

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