Date of Birth: July 12, 1948
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Biography
Richard Simmons, born Milton Teagle Simmons, is an American fitness personality, actor, and comedian known for his flamboyant personality and high-energy fitness routines. Born on July 12, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Simmons struggled with obesity as a child and young adult. His personal journey to health and wellness inspired him to help others achieve their fitness goals. Simmons moved to Los Angeles in the 1970s and opened his exercise studio, Slimmons, in Beverly Hills in 1974. He became a household name in the 1980s with his workout videos and infomercials, most notably the “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” series. His television career included appearances on numerous talk shows and his own program, “The Richard Simmons Show,” which earned several Daytime Emmy Awards. Simmons is also an advocate for healthy living and has authored several books on fitness and nutrition. Despite his fame, he withdrew from the public eye around 2014, leading to much speculation about his well-being. He later assured fans that he was fine, just choosing to live a more private life.
5 Interesting Facts about Richard Simmons
1. Richard Simmons opened his own fitness studio called Slimmons in Beverly Hills in 1974.
2. He struggled with obesity as a child and young adult, which fueled his passion for fitness and helping others.
3. Simmons released over 50 fitness videos, including the popular “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” series.
4. He has appeared on numerous TV shows, including “The Late Show with David Letterman” and “The Howard Stern Show.”
5. Despite his flamboyant public persona, Simmons has maintained a relatively private personal life, especially since 2014.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Richard Simmons
1. “No one ever got sick from laughing too much.”
2. “It’s very important that people know that I really enjoy them and I really want them to succeed.”
3. “I’ve been going to shopping malls since I was on General Hospital.”
4. “I’m not into working out. My philosophy: No pain, no pain.”
5. “Everyone has a story that makes me cry.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
The highest net worth Richard Simmons achieved is estimated to be around $20 million.
Children
Richard Simmons does not have any children.
Relevant Links
2. [Richard Simmons on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0799866/
3. [Richard Simmons’ Official Website](http://www.richardsimmons.com/
4. [Richard Simmons on Twitter](https://twitter.com/TheWeightSaint
5. [Richard Simmons’ Books on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=richard+simmons&ref=nb_sb_noss_2
