Family of Richard Simmons Addresses His Cause of Death
The family of fitness legend Richard Simmons, who passed away last month shortly after celebrating his 76th birthday, has shared information regarding the cause of his death.
Simmons’ brother, Lenny, mentioned he received a call on Wednesday morning about the details surrounding the passing of the “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” icon, as confirmed by Simmons’ publicist, Tom Estey, to YSL News. People magazine was the first to cover the story.
“The coroner informed Lenny that Richard’s death was accidental, resulting from complications due to recent falls and heart disease played a role,” Estey stated. “The toxicology results showed no drugs other than those prescribed to Richard.”
Estey added: “The family is thankful for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time.”
YSL News has reached out to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner for further information.
Simmons, well-known for his vibrant personality and signature shorts as a fitness expert, died at his home in Hollywood on July 13, just one day after his 76th birthday.
Simmons’ Housekeeper Shares Insights on His Final Days
Teresa Reveles, who served as Simmons’ housekeeper for 35 years, spoke about his passing in a July 29 interview with People magazine.
Reveles recounted that Simmons fell two days prior to his death, and on his birthday morning, he described to her that his legs “hurt a lot.” Despite her urging to seek medical attention, he opted to delay visiting the hospital until the next day.
Reveles discovered Simmons in his bedroom after he had passed away. While no official cause of death was identified then, she believed he succumbed to a cardiac incident.
“When I found him, he appeared peaceful,” Reveles expressed, noting that Simmons’ hands were clenched into fists. “That’s why I believe it was a heart attack. I experienced one myself a few years back, and my hands reacted the same way.”
Estey conveyed to YSL News that “Ms. Reveles strongly believes that Mr. Simmons experienced a fatal heart attack based on her prior experience and what she observed that morning.”
