Legendary fitness instructor Richard Simmons has died ..
Simmons, who turned 76 Friday, died just 24 hours after he thanked fans on social media for their birthday wishes.
The health guru, who stepped away from the public eye a decade ago, rose to fame in the 1970s and ’80s after opening several gyms across the country and releasing his iconic high energy fitness tapes.
For several years there has been intrigue over his physical and mental health..
May he rest in peace.