Beloved Fitness Icon Richard Simmons Passes Away at 76
Fitness guru Richard Simmons has passed away at the age of 76. Known for his eccentric personality and unrelenting positivity, Simmons just celebrated his birthday on Friday. The Los Angeles Police Department responded to a 911 call from his housekeeper and found Simmons dead. Preliminary reports indicate that he died of natural causes, with no foul play suspected. Just a few months ago, Simmons startled his fans when he posted on Facebook that he was dying. However, he later clarified that he was not actually dying, but rather wanted to encourage everyone to appreciate each day of their lives. Despite the recent attention surrounding his health, Simmons has been out of the public eye, preferring to live a quiet and peaceful life. Though he may be gone, Richard Simmons will be remembered for his contagious positivity and his dedication to helping others embrace a healthy lifestyle.
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00:00Fitness guru Richard Simmons has passed away at the age of 76.
00:04Known for his eccentric personality and unrelenting positivity,
00:08Simmons just celebrated his birthday on Friday.
00:11The Los Angeles Police Department responded to a 911 call from his housekeeper
00:16and found Simmons dead.
00:18Preliminary reports indicate that he died of natural causes,
00:21with no foul play suspected.
00:24Just a few months ago, Simmons startled his fans
00:26when he posted on Facebook that he was dying.
00:29However, he later clarified that he was not actually dying,
00:33but rather wanted to encourage everyone to appreciate each day of their lives.
00:38Despite the recent attention surrounding his health,
00:41Simmons has been out of the public eye,
00:44preferring to live a quiet and peaceful life.
00:47Though he may be gone,
00:49Richard Simmons will be remembered for his contagious positivity
00:52and his dedication to helping others embrace a healthy lifestyle.