Richard Simmons’ cause of death ruled ‘accidental’ after death investigation is completed

Lifestyle guru Richard Simmons’ cause of death is being revealed.

On Aug. 20, more than a month after Simmons’ death, his brother is sharing intimate details of Simmons’ cause of death.

In a statement shared with People, Lenny Simmons revealed his brother’s death was “accidental.”

“This morning, Richard Simmons’ brother Lenny, received a call from the LA Coroner’s office,” Simmons’ spokesperson shared in a statement. “The Coroner informed Lenny that Richard’s death was accidental due to complications from recent falls and heart disease as a contributing factor.” 

“The toxicology report was negative other than medication Richard had been prescribed,” the statement continued. “The Family wishes to thank everyone for their outpouring of love and support during this time of great loss.”

According to People, Simmons had mentioned to his housekeeper that he felt dizzy before the fall took place on July 12. He told that same housekeeper that he would seek medical attention the following day if he still felt ill.

“The world has truly lost an angel,” his spokesperson, Tom Estey, continued.

Simmons passed away at the age of 76 on July 13. One day after celebrating his birthday. 

He was later laid to rest on July 19. At that time, again through Simmons’ publicist, Lenny shared his first statement with Fox News.

“Our beloved Dicky was laid to rest this morning surrounded by only family and closest friends. We pray for your continued love and support during this very difficult time,” the statement said.

It was learned then that Simmons cause of death remains under investigation. The Los Angeles Police Department determined no foul play was suspected.

The following day, July 20, Simmons’ team took to his verified Facebook page to share the final post he prepared for his fans before his passing.

In the post, Simmons’ staff said that it was customary for the lifestyle guru to prepare his social media posts ahead of time. 

From Richard’s staff:Hello everyone. Richard worked very hard on his posts for you. He had many ideas and would work…

Posted by Richard Simmons on Saturday, July 20, 2024

“Richard worked very hard on his posts for you,” his team revealed. “He had many ideas and would work ahead… going back to each one making changes until he had it just like he wanted before posting.”

“He always chose his photos and wrote his captions for the upcoming weekend by Friday,” his team continued.

Before his unexpected death, Simmons had already completed his July 14th post. “We have the post Richard planned to share with you last Sunday. We thought you’d want to see it.”

Alongside a picture of Simmons supporting his legendary curls, now completely gray, while wearing a NASA spacesuit, he wrote; “Let me fly you to the moon so we can gaze among the stars. Love, Richard.”

As People reports, having just talked with Simmons two days before his death, Simmons told the publication that he felt “good! I am grateful that I’m here, that I am alive for another day. I’ll spend my birthday doing what I do every day, which is to help people.”