July 14th, 2024

Richard Simmons has died

Richard Simmons, the fitness icon behind "Sweatin' to the Oldies," died at 76 in Los Angeles from natural causes. Known for his energetic fitness approach, he inspired many and left a lasting legacy.

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Richard Simmons has died

Richard Simmons, the iconic exercise and fitness personality known for his energetic workout videos like "Sweatin' to the Oldies," passed away at the age of 76 in Los Angeles. His representative confirmed his death, stating it was due to natural causes. Simmons, born in 1948 in New Orleans, gained fame for his enthusiastic approach to fitness, contrasting with other fitness figures of his time. He overcame weight struggles in his youth and went on to open the popular exercise studio Slimmons in Beverly Hills. Simmons' influence extended to celebrities like Barbra Streisand and Diana Ross, and he spread his message of leading a healthy life through various media appearances. His engaging persona and commitment to promoting wellness earned him a Daytime Emmy-winning show and a dedicated following. Despite health challenges in his later years, including battling cancer, Simmons remained a beloved figure in the fitness world until his passing. He is survived by his brother, Lenny.

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By @vertigolimbo - 6 months
His performance in US version of “Whose line is it anyway” is the funniest I’ve seen on that show.

https://youtu.be/b-r4Flc_d2M?si=tUJEl-i1eSa00t4_

By @atlas_hugged - 6 months
Such a wonderful human. :(