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Richard Simmons alarmed many of his fans when he tweeted that he is “dying,” but he has since clarified the comments to explain what he meant. The 75-year-old fitness guru has been in hiding for the past 10 years and he rarely makes public comments anymore. A rep for the star shared a rare update on his life last summer for his 75th birthday. Richard has an account on Twitter / X where he decided to share some motivational messages on Monday morning (March 18). Unfortunately, fans misconstrued the intent behind the tweets. Keep reading to find out more… “I have some news to tell you. Please don’t be sad. I am ….dying. Oh I can see your faces now. The truth is we all are dying. Every day we live we are getting closer to our death,” Richard began his series of tweets. Richard then added a bunch of tweets with tips on how to live a healthy lifestyle. Later on, Richard clarified his messages. “Sorry many of you have gotten upset about my message today. Even the press has gotten in touch with me. I am not dying. It was a message about saying how we should embrace every day that we have. Sorry for this confusion. Love, Richard,” he added. A spokesperson also told THR, “I can confirm with 100 percent certainty that Richard is not dying. He’s, in fact, very healthy and happy. The sole purpose of the post was meant to be inspirational.” Did you see who will play Richard in an upcoming biopic? Also see his reaction to the casting. I have some news to tell you. Please don’t be sad. I am ….dying. Oh I can see your faces now. The truth is we all are dying. Every day we live we are getting closer to our death. Why am I telling you this? — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024 Because I want you to enjoy your life to the fullest every single day. Get up in the morning and look at the sky… count your blessings and enjoy. — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024 Start with a healthy breakfast. Do you like oatmeal…. Whole wheat toast ..eggs once or twice a week Fresh fruit or half of an English muffin? Then there is lunch. How about a nice salad? Don’t eat your dinner too late. Combine your protein with a starch and a few vegetables. — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024 And sure, once in a while, have dessert. One healthy day of eating will lead to the next…and the next. Every day that you are alive you have got to move. Whether it is standing or sitting you have got move your body every day. Start with stretching then cardio and strength. — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024 I have a lot of workout videos on YouTube that you can use. Or maybe you have some videos at home. And before you go to bed do a little stretching. Stretch your neck. Your shoulders….and your arms…and dont forget your legs. Do some circles with your ankles. — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024 Point and flex your feet and I promise that you will have a better night’s sleep. There is something else very important that you must do. Tell the ones that you love that you love them. Hug those people and children who you really care for. — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024 A big hug really goes a long way. If you have time I want you to listen to a terrific song. It is by Tim McGraw it is called Live Like You Were Dying. Live today and don’t forget to pray. Love, — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024 Sorry many of you have gotten upset about my message today. Even the press has gotten in touch with me. I am not dying. It was a message about saying how we should embrace every day that we have. Sorry for this confusion. Love, — Richard Simmons (@TheWeightSaint) March 18, 2024
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