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Richard Simmons' Family Releases Heartfelt Statement To Fans As They 'Desperately' Grieve His Death

Richard Simmons' family is speaking out. The fitness guru and longtime public figure died on Saturday-- just one day after he celebrated his 76th

And then, the statement continued with a note that the family would no longer speak out about the sad situation, but instead choose to grieve privately from here on out: Then, on Monday, ET quoted Lenny with another heartfelt sentiment on how the late fitness aficionado will be remembered fondly by fans for his many years of health advocacy: We continue to send our condolences to the Simmons family for their loss, and hope that they can get through the mourning period privately and quietly as requested.

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