Richard Simmons, the irrepressible beacon of fitness and joy, has died. Just before his untimely death, Simmons sent two final messages to his fans. A couple of months ago, the star also shared his diagnosis. He had been shunning the public eye, but his last known photos were revealed and looked concerning. Richard Simmons, the vibrant fitness icon, has passed away. Emergency services were called to his residence before 10 AM on July 13, 2024, following a distressing incident where he reportedly fell in his bathroom. His housekeeper found him unresponsive, leading to immediate calls for medica…