The high-gloss world of fashion in New York and Los Angeles is no stranger to drama, but the latest scandal has left insiders talking.
Bryant Simmons, a stylist known for dressing stars like Katie Holmes, Rosie Huntington-Whiteley, and Olivia Palermo, is now facing explosive allegations that he squatted in luxury apartments while funding a lavish lifestyle on other people’s dime.
From Red Carpets to Eviction Notices
Simmons, 36, worked in top-tier retail until last October when he said he was suddenly “terminated” in what he described as a classic HR ambush.
The termination came despite him taking calls and emails around the clock, working on days off, and catering to the demanding schedules of high-profile clients.
Things escalated over Thanksgiving when a mysterious Instagram account, @bryantsimmonsisascammer, appeared.
The account quickly went viral among the fashion and social set in both New York and Los Angeles, documenting what many allege were Simmons’ questionable living arrangements.
Allegations From Former Roommates and Colleagues
Vanity Fair spoke to several of Simmons’ former roommates, colleagues, and friends, who claim he refused to pay rent, used client credit cards to cover personal expenses, and even stole from employers.
Arya Toufanian, a former roommate, said Simmons rented a room in her SoHo apartment in February 2025 but repeatedly missed rent payments by November.
Toufanian also alleges that Simmons once used a client’s card to cover rent, with charges appearing under vague descriptors like “Khaite clothing” or “Jacket.”
A source confirmed to Vanity Fair that they reported what they believed to be fraudulent charges to the management of Simmons’ former employer.
Simmons Responds to Allegations
Simmons has denied all claims, insisting he “hasn’t taken anything from anybody.”
He dismissed those speaking out as fame-seekers, saying, “The only person who doesn’t care about the fame is me… Every New Yorker is running some kind of scam.”
Luxury Squatting Across Two Cities
The allegations paint a pattern of Simmons hopping between luxury apartments.
In Los Angeles, he reportedly moved between three high-end residences in one year, allegedly refusing to pay rent while showcasing a glamorous lifestyle online.
Former sublessors told Vanity Fair they saw him enjoying the finest restaurants and designer fashion in LA while neglecting his housing obligations.
Court Battles and Complicated Relationships
The dispute turned legal when Toufanian filed a complaint for aggravated harassment, prompting Simmons to respond with an order of protection, claiming the pair had been in an intimate—but non-sexual—relationship.
Simmons alleged that Toufanian had stalked him and harassed colleagues.
Toufanian denied the relationship claim, and the judge reportedly dismissed Simmons’ petition.
Simmons has pleaded not guilty to harassment charges, and the case is ongoing.
Public Debate Sparks
The Instagram account documenting Simmons’ alleged actions has sparked a heated discussion online.
Should cases like these be treated as criminal, or are they just clever exploitation of the system?
The debate continues, and the story has cemented Simmons’ reputation as one of fashion’s most controversial figures in recent months.
What’s Next
The legal proceedings are ongoing, and the fashion world is watching closely.
Simmons remains in the spotlight, navigating court battles while his lifestyle and alleged antics continue to generate headlines.
Daily Mail has reached out to him for further comment.
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