Fitness legend Richard Simmons passed away on July 13 at 76, just one day after his birthday. His publicist confirmed his death at his Los Angeles home to the Associated Press but provided no additional information.
After revealing a skin condition diagnosis in March 2024, Simmons had withdrawn from the public eye, leading to widespread speculation about his health. TMZ was the first to report his passing.
Once a 268-pound teenager, Simmons transformed into a multimedia fitness icon, hosting the Emmy-winning “Richard Simmons Show,” writing best-selling books, and creating the popular diet plan Deal-A-Meal.
He also founded exercise studios and produced the hit exercise video series “Sweatin’ to the Oldies,” which became a cultural sensation.
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