Richard Simmons has sadly passed away. On Saturday (July 13), it was reported that the fitness guru died earlier that day at his home in Los Angeles. He was 76.
According to TMZ , police and firefighters responded to a call from Richard ‘s housekeeper just before 10am local time and he was pronounced dead at the scene. His representative confirmed his death to ABC News . Keep reading to find out more.
.. Richard ‘s cause of death has not been publicly revealed, but it’s being reported that law enforcement believe it was from natural causes.
Richard ‘s passing comes just one day after he celebrated his 76th birthday on Friday, July 12. “Thank you..
.I never got so many messages about my birthday in my life!” Richard tweeted on Friday. “I am sitting here writing emails.
Have a most beautiful rest of your Friday. Love, Richard.” Richard rose to fame in the ’70s and ’80s after opening several gyms across the country and releasing his iconic, high-energy workout tapes.
He stepped away from the spotlight more than a decade ago and for years there were rumors about his well-being . Our thoughts are with Richard Simmons ‘ loved ones during this difficult time. We have sadly lost so many stars this year .
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