Just a day before his unexpected death, Richard Simmons shared his joy for life in a rare interview.
- Simmons expressed gratitude for being alive and his excitement for his 76th birthday.
- The beloved fitness guru mentioned indulging in a rare sweet treat on his special day.
- He was found unresponsive by his housekeeper the following day, believed to have passed from natural causes.
- His last social media post was a thank you to fans for their birthday wishes.
Richard Simmons, the iconic fitness instructor, expressed his joy and gratitude for life in an interview published just one day before his sudden death. “I feel good! I am grateful that I’m here, that I am alive for another day,” Simmons shared with People magazine, highlighting the positive spirit he was known for.
Celebrating his 76th birthday, Simmons said he would spend the day doing what he loved most—helping people. He even joked about indulging in “just one” Pepperidge Farm Milano cookie, a rare treat for the health-conscious vegetarian.
The next day, Simmons was found unresponsive at his home by his housekeeper and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have stated that foul play is not suspected and that he appeared to have passed from natural causes.
In his final social media post, Simmons shared a sassy photo of himself on X, thanking his fans for their birthday messages. “Thank you…I never got so many messages about my birthday in my life!” he wrote, showing his enduring connection with his audience.
Simmons, who became a household name in the 1980s, retired from the public eye in 2014 but remained in touch with fans through social media. His last public appearance was over a decade ago, but his influence in the fitness world endures.
Richard Simmons’ legacy as a joyous and influential figure in the fitness world remains strong.
