Fitness icon and TV personality Richard Simmons' cause of death has been revealed as blunt traumatic injuries, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office. The 76-year-old's death on July 14 was ruled an accident, with arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease listed as a contributing factor.
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Richard Simmons' Cause of Death Revealed as Blunt Traumatic Injuries
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office has announced that fitness icon and TV personality Richard Simmons died as a result of blunt traumatic injuries. The 76-year-old's death on July 14 was ruled an accident, with arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease listed as a contributing factor.
According to a statement from the medical examiner's office, Simmons suffered a fall on July 11 and spent the following day in bed. On the morning of July 13, he was found unresponsive on his bedroom floor. Authorities were called, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Richard Simmons' Cause of Death Revealed as Blunt Traumatic Injuries
The deputy medical examiner concluded their examination at the department's Forensic Science Center on July 14, and the cause of death was certified on August 22. A full medical examiner's report will be ready by August 30.
The family spokesperson, Tom Etsey, previously told Fox News Digital that Simmons' death was "accidental due to complications from recent falls and heart disease as a contributing factor." The toxicology report was negative other than the medication Simmons had been prescribed.
Richard Simmons' Cause of Death Revealed as Blunt Traumatic Injuries
The LAPD confirmed that "no foul play" was suspected in Simmons' death. He was laid to rest five days after his death, surrounded by close family and friends.
Simmons became famous in the late 1970s with "The Richard Simmons Show," appearances on game shows and late-night TV, and his "Sweatin' to the Oldies" workout videos. He was known for his upbeat and goofy personality and for connecting with regular people who wanted to get fit using his workout videos.
Richard Simmons' Cause of Death Revealed as Blunt Traumatic Injuries
"The Richard Simmons Show" earned two Daytime Emmys for best direction and best talk show. Simmons once said that his goal in life was to help people.
In a recent interview with People magazine, Simmons said he was "grateful" to be "alive for another day" after his skin cancer diagnosis. "I am grateful that I'm here, that I am alive for another day," he told the outlet. "I'll spend my birthday doing what I do every day, which is to help people."
Richard Simmons' Cause of Death Revealed as Blunt Traumatic Injuries
Simmons' death has saddened many who grew up watching his workout videos and following his fitness tips. He will be remembered as a pioneer in the fitness industry and a beloved TV personality.
