Sadly, Hollywood has been losing a number of cultural icons as of late. And, this weekend, yet another one has passed away. Richards Simmons, the media personality best known for his contributions to the fitness world, has died.
The news comes by way of law enforcement officials who responded to a call from the late star’s home. Simmons was 76 at the time of his passing and had just celebrated his birthday. Details on the circumstances surrounding Richard Simmons’ death are scarce right now.
However, what is known is that the call came from Simmons’ home around 10 a.m. on Saturday, according to TMZ .
After his housekeeper alerted the authorities, fire and police showed up. It was at that point that the late media personality was announced dead at the scene. As of right now, authorities do not expect any kind of foul play to be involved.
What’s particularly heartbreaking about this turn of events is that the health and wellness advocate just celebrated his birthday only yesterday. While he’d been somewhat reclusive in more recent years, he frequently took to social media to address his fans. On his 76th birthday, he posted to X (formerly known as Twitter) and shared the following message: Thank you.
..I never got so many messages about my birthday in my life! I am sitting here writing emails.
Have a most beautiful rest of your Friday. Love, Richard We here at CinemaBlend extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Richard Simmons at this ti.