Richard Simmons is unquestionably ‘very healthy’, in spite of causing alarm with a strange announcement.
Since the 80s, the 75-year-old has been in the public eye due to his highly successful exercise routines. health tips.
He stepped away from the public eye in 2014 but has kept sharing information with devoted fans on social media. social media.
Earlier today, the fitness expert worried many people by posting a long message on Facebook, saying, ‘I am …dying’.
Understandably, supporters quickly offered him support during his apparent time of need.
However, he has now cleared up the confusion, stating that he wanted to encourage everyone to ’embrace every day’.
‘I apologize if many of you have become upset about my message today. Even the media has contacted me. I am not dying,’ he wrote. ‘It was a message about expressing how we should embrace every day that we have.
‘Apologies for this misunderstanding. Love, Richard.’
Richard became interested in fitness in the 70s, and managed to lose over 8 stone by following his passion.
He then went on to establish his own fitness studio and gyms, and assisted others in losing weight through his extremely popular books, CDs, videos, and DVDs – including his famous Sweatin’ To The Oldies series.
Even though he became widely known, he withdrew from public life in 2014, and has rarely been seen since.
Many people were saddened when he posted a message on Facebook this morning, urging everyone not to be sad about the news of his ‘dying’.
‘I have some news to tell you. Please don’t be sad. I am ….dying,’ he wrote. ‘Oh I can see your faces now. The truth is we all are dying. Every day we live we are getting closer to our death.
‘Why am I telling you this? Because I want you to enjoy your life to the fullest every single day. Get up in the morning and look at the sky… count your blessings and enjoy. Start with a healthy breakfast.
‘Every day that you are alive you have got to move. Whether it is standing or sitting you have got move your body every day. Start with stretching then cardio and strength. I have a lot of workout videos on YouTube that you can use. Or maybe you have some videos at home.’
‘There is something else very important that you must do. Tell the ones that you love that you love them. Hug those people and children who you really care for. A big hug really goes a long way,’ he continued.
‘If you have time I want you to listen to a terrific song. It is by Tim McGraw it is called Live Like You Were Dying. Live today and don’t forget to pray. Love, Richard.’
In the comments below, many heartbroken fans thanked him for being such an important presence in their lives.
Christina Halbrook LePla said: ‘This post makes me sad! I can’t imagine living in a world that you are no longer in. You make the world a better place. There is no one like you.
‘Just know when the times comes you will be deeply missed. I will take all of your advice. You just remember you lived a beautiful life in your terms. Love you!’
April Linder agreed: I have cherished you since I was a young girl. I danced to your video for years. Not always to lose weight. I can’t envision a world without you. May God grant you a peaceful passing & a joyful reunion in heaven. Much affection to you Richard.’
Miriam Grice wrote: ‘Richard Simmons You made me !! To imagine a world without you in it is a little disheartening! I adore your positivity and you!!! Thank you for being a radiant light!!!’
As Cyndi Parks Flynn added: ‘Wow, you really know how to confuse a person. I’m sorry to hear about your health. I do say to my kids and grandkids that I love them, when I see them or text them. And I will tell you that “I love you”.’
Addressing the misunderstanding, his manager later informed The Daily Beast: ‘Happy to report Mr Simmons is very healthy and very joyful.
‘I would continue to watch his posts for updates.’
