Richard Simmons thanks fans in a rare statement following his documentary release
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Richard Simmons took to social media to share his appreciation for his fans following the premiere of his documentary.
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Richard Simmons issues a statement days after the documentary’s release
Hulu and Fox released a documentary titled, ‘TMZ Investigates: What Really Happened to Richard Simmons’ on 22nd August.
The film centers around Simmons’s rise to fame as a fitness guru along with the various theories behind his sudden disappearance from the limelight.
Regardless, the movie received a good reception from fans and viewers. Hence, Simmons himself wrote a message showing his love and appreciation for the support he is receiving. He shared the post on his Facebook handle on the 24th of August.
The statement read, ‘Thank you, everyone, for your kindness and love!’
He signed off by saying, ‘Love, Richard.’
Furthermore, Simmons’ manager Michael Catalano revealed the authenticity of the message during an interview with People magazine on Friday.
He said, ‘This was a personal post from Richard. He was moved by the reaction to the special and all the good wishes that he received. He was encouraged by the kindness.’
Moreover, a representative of Simmons’ revealed to E! News that the fitness icon, ‘is so gratified by the outpouring of love and good wishes from his fans. He wants them to know he is doing well and sends all his best wishes back to them.’
The Louisiana native regularly shares workout-related clips on his social media handles, despite keeping himself away from the public eye and media.
Fans react to Richard Simmons’s rare post
Richard Simmons fans flooded the comment section of his most recent post with love and support for their idol.
One user shared, ‘I’m so proud of you for taking time for yourself. You’ve given so much of yourself to the world, and now it’s your time. Good for you.’
A second fan wrote, “We miss you Richard but hope you are doing what is right for you. You have given me so much joy for years, it is your time now, you deserve peace and happiness.’
Moreover, another said, ‘I’m so proud of you for taking time for yourself. You’ve given so much of yourself to the world, and now it’s your time. Good for you. Thank you for blessing and inspiring me so richly.’
Many fans also urged the 74-year-old star to take all the time he needs out of the limelight.
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