For years, many have wondered why Richard Simmons, the flamboyant fitness guru and talk show fixture, had abruptly retreated from public life.
After decades in the spotlight, the 74-year-old suddenly stopped teaching at his workout studio in 2014. He was last seen publicly over eight years ago.
Simmons’ disappearance sparked a podcast titled "Missing Richard Simmons," as well as numerous conspiracy theories alleging the star was being held hostage in his Hollywood Hills home by his housekeeper.
In 2017, Simmons sued two tabloid publications that alleged he was transitioning into a woman. Attorneys for Simmons have said he supports transgender rights, but the allegations have defamed him.
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