Who was Richard Simmons? Legendary fitness guru's death under investigation. All you may like to know
Richard Simmons sadly died following a fall at his Los Angeles home. His housekeeper had offered to call for emergency medical assistance, but the morning after his fall, he was discovered to be unconscious. Determined to enjoy his 76th birthday at home, Simmons resisted getting help when he felt lightheaded and fell in his bathroom. He decided to take it easy until the following day instead, as per the reports of 'Yahoo Entertainment'.
Simmons was found unconscious in bed the next morning by his housekeeping. When the authorities arrived, they declared him dead on the spot. There were no indications of foul play, and first reports said the fall had not left any obvious wounds. The precise reason for his lightheadedness and eventual demise is still unknown pending additional examination and toxicology reports from his autopsy.
Richard Simmon’s milestone birthday
Simmons happily announced plans for his 76th birthday on social media the day before his tragic death. He toasted another year of life, reminiscing about previous birthday festivities. Despite recent health issues, such as a skin cancer treatment, Simmons maintained his positive attitude and spoke to his supporters, urging frequent checkups and expressing his love for his friends and family.
Richard Simmons gained widespread recognition in the 1970s and 1980s for his energetic fitness regimens, which included his gyms and tapes. Even after he left the public eye in 2014, Simmons's fitness advocacy and charismatic nature have had a profound effect on
