Kaylah Walton
Richard Simmons, the famous fitness guru celebrated for his energy and commitment to promoting health and wellness, sadly passed away just before his 76th birthday due to significant injuries that resulted in his accidental death.
Simmons sustained serious blunt force injuries from a fall at his Hollywood Hills residence, as indicated in an autopsy report from RadarOnline.com. The exact date of the fall remains uncertain, as per the report from the Los Angeles Medical Examiner.
Prior to his passing, Simmons was bedridden and exhibited slurred speech, as noted by his secretary during a visit.
On the morning of August 13, Simmons requested to sleep in. However, when his caregiver, Teresa Reveles, checked on him around 09:30, she found him unresponsive next to his bed.
Death at the Scene
Emergency services were alerted, but despite resuscitation attempts, Simmons was declared deceased at the location. The medical examination documented various abrasions, bruises, and a fracture to his left femur.
“He suffered a bout of dizziness and collapsed on the floor,” the report stated. “He declined seeking medical attention to celebrate his birthday at home but agreed to seek help the next day.”
While there were no immediate signs of severe trauma, the injuries from the fall were determined to be the primary cause of death, with coronary heart disease listed as a contributing factor.
The toxicology report detected three prescription drugs in Simmons’ system, including diphenhydramine, trazodone, and zolpidem. However, the medical examiner confirmed that these substances did not contribute to his passing.
