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Richard Simmons’ cause of death confirmed by his brother

Fitness icon Richard Simmons died suddenly on July 13 at age 76, and his cause of death has been revealed. Simmons’ death has been officially ruled accidental, according to his brother, Lenny Simmons, who spoke exclusively to PEOPLE. On Wednesday, Aug. 21, the Simmons family spokesperson, Tom Estey, released a statement confirming the details. “This

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Richard Simmons’ staff share last photo and final message before his death

Richard Simmons’ final social media post has been shared in his memory, following his death at the age of 76.  The beloved fitness coach passed away at his Los Angeles home on July 14, just one day after his birthday.  Authorities confirmed that no foul play was suspected, as reported earlier by Monsters and Critics.

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Richard Simmons refused medical treatment following bathroom fall before death

Richard Simmons, the iconic fitness guru renowned for his flamboyant workout tapes prominently through his Sweatin’ to the Oldies from the 1980s, has passed away at the age of 76.  Authorities believe his death may be linked to a fall he suffered in his bathroom. Police were alerted by a 911 call from Simmons’ housekeeper

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Pauly Shore pays tribute to Richard Simmons after biopic feud

Days after fitness icon Richard Simmons’ death at age 76, comedian Pauly Shore shared a heartfelt tribute on social media.  Simmons, renowned for his popular series of aerobic videos, Sweatin’ to the Oldies, died at his Los Angeles home just one day after his birthday. The reclusive fitness legend was very active on social media

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General Hospital’s Lynn Herring pays tribute to Richard Simmons after his death

General Hospital viewers may remember when Richard Simmons was part of the ABC soap cast. He was around during the Luke and Laura era, playing himself for four years beginning in 1979. Unfortunately, Richard died just one day after his 76th birthday. Now, one of his General Hospital costars has spoken out, paying tribute to

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Richard Simmons shared an eerie final message before sudden death

Richard Simmons, the vibrant and beloved fitness icon, has died at the age of 76.  As previously reported on Monsters and Critics, police responded to a call from his housekeeper shortly before 10 a.m. PST on Saturday.  Upon their arrival, Simmons was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities suspect natural causes as the reason for

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Richard Simmons’ brother announces ‘exciting ventures’ from the late fitness legend

Richard Simmons, the beloved fitness guru known for his infectious energy and positivity, has died at the age of 76.  His brother, Lenny Simmons, honored his legacy and encouraged fans to embrace Richard’s unrelenting positivity rather than mourn his death. In a heartfelt statement posted on Richard’s official Facebook page, Lenny reflected on his brother’s

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Richard Simmons dead at 76: Fitness icon passes away at LA home

Renowned fitness guru Richard Simmons has died at the age of 76 on July 13, 2024. The weight loss guru, born Milton Teagle Simmons, passed away at his Los Angeles home just two days after celebrating his birthday.  Authorities responded to a call from his housekeeper shortly before 10 a.m. on Saturday and pronounced him

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Pauly Shore won’t give up on Richard Simmons biopic

Pauly Shore has made it clear he’d love to fulfill many peoples’ suggestions of him taking on the role of Richard Simmons in a biopic. Shore, 55, rose to fame as a stand-up comedian and MTV personality in the 1990s, nicknamed “The Weasel.” He also forayed acting, with many roles on his resume, including recent

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Did Richard Simmons wear a headband in Sweatin’ to the Oldies?

Richard Simmons has been trending quite a bit lately as the reclusive fitness guru turned 75 this year. Now, there is a debate raging on Twitter (or should we call it X now?) about whether Richard wore a headband while he was working out in the infamous Sweatin’ to the Oldies videos. Many fans of