BET Talks

Tashera Simmons Breaks Her Silence: ‘Dying To Self,’ Love, Loss & Life After DMX

Episode Notes

On this powerful episode of BET Talks, Tashera Simmons—author, mother, and former wife of hip-hop legend DMX—opens up like never before. She’s breaking her silence with the release of her new book, Dying To Self, and taking us deep into her journey of pain, purpose, and powerful transformation.

From heartbreak in the spotlight to healing in the shadows, Tashera shares how she found her voice, her faith, and her fire

This isn’t just a story of survival—it’s a masterclass in rising up, reclaiming your identity, and learning what it truly means to live fully.

Tune in for a soul-stirring conversation about love, loss, legacy… and the beauty of becoming

• 00:00 – Meet Tashera Simmons: Author, Mother & DMX’s Former Wife
• 01:01 – This or That: Rapid-Fire with Tashera
• 02:35 – The Things That Happen To Us Is Always For Us
• 04:17 – Motherhood & Sacrifice: “I Had to Die to Myself”
• 05:30 – Divine Protection: “God Had His Hand on Me”
• 07:28 – Brokenness That Led Me to DMX
• 11:18 – “Money Is the Root of All Evil” — Hard Truths
• 12:44 – Breaking the Cycle: The Generational Curse Ends Here
• 15:07 – Healing Through Therapy: Melting the Pain
• 19:19 – “You Married Your Father”: Facing the Mirror
• 20:17 – Finding Peace After DMX’s Passing
• 21:03 – Spiritual Rebirth: Dying to Self, Rising in Spirit
• 24:12 – Final Reflections: The Message Behind Dying To Self