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Richard Simmons’ Cause of Death Was ‘Complications From Recent Falls and Heart Disease,’ His Brother Says


Fitness guru Richard Simmons' cause of death has been revealed.

His brother Lenny Simmons told People Magazine in a statement Wednesday that his death was “accidental” and caused by “complications from recent falls and heart disease.” The coroner informed Lenny that Richard’s death was accidental due to complications from recent falls and heart disease as a contributing factor. The family wishes to thank everyone for their outpouring of love and support during this time of great loss,” Simmons’ publicist Tom Estey shared in a statement to People.

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