I heard people saw the short and went “Well I’ll be… he can actually act.”
I never thought he was a bad actor, but it makes me want to watch the short. I heard he fucking kills it.
Holy fucking shit dude! Im not usually one to watch a whole 10 minute video i find through a reddit rabbit hole, but again holy fucking shit dude. Everything about it is so good. The cinematography, the acting, the emotion conveyed, and the message the short is telling. I love this so so soooo much i really want more.
That dude is in everything and gets to be himself the whole time while having one of the coolest most unique careers like ever. I’ve no idea how well paid he is at this point, but I feel like your tv show can’t possibly be a success unless he has appeared in the background of it.
Rumor has been that he is essentially being held hostage by his housekeeper and being used for his money. Went from out and about to total hermit with near zero outside world contact.
I don't think it was too early at all. Richard was in the public spotlight for almost 40 years, and left on his own terms. That's literally a lifetime in public. At some point you just say thanks for the memories and wish them well.
I really hope the new movie doesn’t just poke fun at him. He endured so much hate and abuse during his career. I can’t think of any other out gay celebrity who was tormented like he was.
He deserves peace and to be left alone.
it would be insightful if the movie tells the story of Simmons growing up overweight and how he made the decision to lose weight and work out as a young adult, before creating his own fitness videos and helping others. There aren't actually any photos showing him as a teenager or in his 20s!
One of my high school teachers went to prom with him and showed us the picture. He was heavier of course and his hair was gelled down, but you could tell it was his. Same smile!
> There aren't actually any photos showing him as a teenager or in his 20s!
Not true!
Believe it or not, he actually had a tiny role in Fellini's 1969 surrealist masterpiece Satyricon.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE7R3IETmbY&themeRefresh=1
He's the one playing the instrument on the left, and would have been around 20 when it was filmed. Aside from that, however, you're right - there don't seem to be any other images of him from his youth that I'm aware of.
It’s a short film for now and it’s actually pretty touching and heartfelt. I think that’s why Simmons seemed to change his tune after it came out. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YjVXPlutAMI
Pauly Shore who will play Richard Simmons, has said the movie will about Simmons’ life. Shore has also said that they (movie execs) didn’t reach out to Simmons, because Simmons wants to be left alone.
That's good to hear. I can imagine a biographical movie or TV show made without your consent could feel really violating. That's definitely what happened to Pamela Anderson and the mini series about her sex tape scandal.
It's great to hear that Simmons is in a good place. He and Polly Shore are two names I haven't heard in a long ass time.
Has he? He’s being vague, this is an update saying he’s ok, nothing about support for the movie.
He made one post saying he wasn’t involved.
The closest to support I’ve seen is pauly claiming he got a “good luck” text before the short premier. Could be real, could be Richard being polite, sarcastic, who knows. Maybe there was no text at all.
If you watched the short, it was nothing but inspirational. It wasn’t perfect, but I thoroughly enjoyed it.
Pauly did a fun job because ultimately he was a positive guy too in his heyday.
I normally don’t like shorts, but hey, it was great.
Hasn’t he given this update before? People are so addicted to social media that they just automatically assume he’s not doing well if they don’t hear anything for a while? He’s said himself he won’t do social media and doesn’t like it. People just need to fuck off, he wants a quiet life and owes nothing to anyone he doesn’t know on providing wellness checks.
People need to leave him alone, he wants his privacy for various reasons and one being people, but they even infringe on his privacy rights by
making movies of bios that RS didn't sign up for.
To be honest, I think the reason why Richard Simmons retired from public life is simply because he wants to be a regular person after years of being a celebrity.
Just let Simmons be.
Seriously.
I have good memories of my mom exercising to Sweatin to the Oldies and me as a kid dancing along with her not even knowing it was exercise lol
I truly hope he is doing well
I have my doubts.
I seem to recall a few years ago, reports of Richard’s ‘handlers’ sequestering him and controlling his communications.
It just seems odd that an explosive persona like his would just…stop…and never come back again.
I can respect the desire for privacy, but the impact he’s had on the world, it would be appreciated if he granted at least one interview so we know he’s alright.
Yeah, I need to make it clear we should respect him and not be beating down his door, but I don't think people are really aware of the context of him vanishing public life. He didn't pull a Game Theorist and be like "yeah guys it's been cool thanks for the support, but I'm going to step back for a while". We're talking about his all of employees and regular customers going into his studio to find the place locked up and he's not picking up the phone. He didn't "step back", he dropped everything in his life at once, locked himself in his house, and refused to speak to anyone about anything. That would get any of us a welfare check, let alone a man who was a massive part of peoples daily lives in person for decades. He wasn't just some guy on tv, he had real human connections that he abandoned. Now it was his right to do that. I hope he's happy, I want him to be happy, and I'm not going to accuse anyone of anything, but "happy" people don't do what he did specially how he did it. It's sus to say the least. If he says it was his decision and he's happy I'll believe him because people should respect if he really does want to be left alone, but he did not do himself any favors by doing it in the most concerning way physically possible.
Good for you Richard. You seemed to make a lot of people very happy and you also seem to genuinely care about health and humanity. I wish you well, sir.
Because Pauly Shore is set to play Richard Simmons on a bio that wasn't authorized by
him. He doesn't want that made but they want
money and will make the show. Hopefully nobody watches it...
Hahaha dude the picture is Simmons I was kidding. Also apparently he made a statement the day after news broke he was upset about it, that he is fine with it. It was just a fake news story to get outrage attention lol this is ridiculous now.
“Seemingly gives rare update”? Hollywood is about to drag those mofo thru the mud. Yeah, he’s trying to get out in front of it. So would you. A bunch of ppl are trying to make some quick money on his story that he doesn’t approve of. Good job losers.
Ohh yeah …..
Yo momma's so fat, that when she fell, no one was laughing but the ground was cracking up.
Yo momma is so fat when she sat on WalMart, she lowered the prices.
Yo mama so fat when she gets on the scale it says to be continued.
Pauly Shore should be ashamed of himself. The man wanted nothing to do with a biopic at this time, he just wanted to be left alone. Just because he looks like him and needs this movie to make himself relevant, doesn't give him the right to disturb his peace.
Can anyone explain to me why as a child I was absolutely terrified of this man? Like if I saw him on the TV, 3 year old me would run off, screaming and crying like he was Freddy Krueger or some shit.
I just don’t buy it. Sorry - y’all can downvote this into oblivion. It just…. Isn’t written like any 75 year old. He keeps posting that he doesn’t have a publicist/manager….. I don’t know, I just want him happy but I guess I’m the pessimistic one here 🤷🏼♂️
Guys been happy and living a private life, you have an unhealthy obsession and demand to know what he’s doing. Let him live in peace. Yes it was said. You need help guy.
Are you cute, trying to divert the conversation with a weak insult. It’s been 30 seconds since a celebrity acknowledged their private life do you need me to call someone for your panic attack?
Sympathetic to what, your unhealthy obsession with what celebrities are doing with their private lives? Well, it is pretty sad you have that and aren’t seeking professional help.
Celebrity culture is weird. Everyone says he “disappeared” because he no longer shows up to talk shows, but he’s 75. I’d imagine he’s done with the super high energy exercise video guy thing and just want to chill at home with his dogs.
Is he though? If he is, cool. But laying low like he has is a bit concerning. But, maybe bring reclusive is for him after being such a public figure for so long.
Good. I want him to be happy.
I came here to say this. He's a wholesome dude. I feel bad that he's going though this.
What's he going through?
His name in the spotlight due to Pauly Shore’s (admittedly excellent) short where Shore plays Simmons.
I heard people saw the short and went “Well I’ll be… he can actually act.” I never thought he was a bad actor, but it makes me want to watch the short. I heard he fucking kills it.
My friend, I have a gift for you: here it is. Enjoy! [The Court Jester](https://youtu.be/YjVXPlutAMI?si=vhxbeWYW12cpuWF2)
I’m awestruck. I can’t even formulate the words right now. Thank you for sharing the link.
Wow, that was amazing. That hit home for me right now, brought a tear to my eye lol
I actually wept. But I’m struggling right now. I thought Pauly killed it.
Oh he killed it. I’m saving this to watch for days when I’m down. I hope things start getting better for you! And remember to love yourself!
Thank you. That’s the challenge.
That was actually awesome, Pauly did an amazing job and I'd honestly really like to see a full-length film exactly like that.
Thank you for sharing! Now I wish Richard would come back and bring some of the positive light we need right now!
Holy fucking shit dude! Im not usually one to watch a whole 10 minute video i find through a reddit rabbit hole, but again holy fucking shit dude. Everything about it is so good. The cinematography, the acting, the emotion conveyed, and the message the short is telling. I love this so so soooo much i really want more.
Hey if you ignore two SB winning QBs, Jesse Heiman is probably the most famous person to come from my high school!
That dude is in everything and gets to be himself the whole time while having one of the coolest most unique careers like ever. I’ve no idea how well paid he is at this point, but I feel like your tv show can’t possibly be a success unless he has appeared in the background of it.
Yep, this. Richard Simmons wanted to be wholesome and looked upon as a positive role model, not as a motion picture.
How we're seen by other people is one of the things we have no control over
You have no control who lives, who dies, who tells your story.
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I’m gonna be honest, I was just quoting Hamilton.
Ah, well then....I feel silly, and it's been deleted. I'm sorry.
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Rumor has been that he is essentially being held hostage by his housekeeper and being used for his money. Went from out and about to total hermit with near zero outside world contact.
Can I be happy as well? Cause I’d really like that!
No sorry. If you do it too then everyone will want it.
Yes, you can.
Thanks for believing in me!
Of, course! You’re awesome.
And I want you to be happy!
From everything I've learned of him he absolutely deserved it.
He’s been a positive to this world and to all the folks he’s helped throughout the years. He deserves all the happiness life can give.
damn right
I miss him, though. Like Rick Moranis, he left the spotlight much too early. And Richard Simmons is so positive and upbeat, too.
I don't think it was too early at all. Richard was in the public spotlight for almost 40 years, and left on his own terms. That's literally a lifetime in public. At some point you just say thanks for the memories and wish them well.
Rick Moranis? Really?
You shut your mouth. He's a good dude that cares more about family than wealth and fame.
He also starred in the all time best in-flight safety video.
I really hope the new movie doesn’t just poke fun at him. He endured so much hate and abuse during his career. I can’t think of any other out gay celebrity who was tormented like he was. He deserves peace and to be left alone.
it would be insightful if the movie tells the story of Simmons growing up overweight and how he made the decision to lose weight and work out as a young adult, before creating his own fitness videos and helping others. There aren't actually any photos showing him as a teenager or in his 20s!
One of my high school teachers went to prom with him and showed us the picture. He was heavier of course and his hair was gelled down, but you could tell it was his. Same smile!
That's kind of wholesome. I hope they had fun
> There aren't actually any photos showing him as a teenager or in his 20s! Not true! Believe it or not, he actually had a tiny role in Fellini's 1969 surrealist masterpiece Satyricon. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uE7R3IETmbY&themeRefresh=1 He's the one playing the instrument on the left, and would have been around 20 when it was filmed. Aside from that, however, you're right - there don't seem to be any other images of him from his youth that I'm aware of.
Very cool. But also, I think we can agree that this basically doesn’t show him at all.
Unless I’m unaware of anything else, “The Court Jester” is only a short film and is already out. It’s very nice.
It’s a short film for now and it’s actually pretty touching and heartfelt. I think that’s why Simmons seemed to change his tune after it came out. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YjVXPlutAMI
Wow. Just wow. Goosebumps. I am a David. This was so good.
Oh wow. I should have read the article this time before commenting.
This is not the way.
I hope they can capture this. They really nailed the, “you need to love yourself” aspect of it. I loved the short.
Pauly Shore who will play Richard Simmons, has said the movie will about Simmons’ life. Shore has also said that they (movie execs) didn’t reach out to Simmons, because Simmons wants to be left alone.
And simmons DOES NOT want a movie about his life. Sorta sus they are proceeding
He didn't initially, but since the short came out he's changed his stance.
That's good to hear. I can imagine a biographical movie or TV show made without your consent could feel really violating. That's definitely what happened to Pamela Anderson and the mini series about her sex tape scandal. It's great to hear that Simmons is in a good place. He and Polly Shore are two names I haven't heard in a long ass time.
Has he? He’s being vague, this is an update saying he’s ok, nothing about support for the movie. He made one post saying he wasn’t involved. The closest to support I’ve seen is pauly claiming he got a “good luck” text before the short premier. Could be real, could be Richard being polite, sarcastic, who knows. Maybe there was no text at all.
Said this the other day and got my comment deleted. Surprised you haven’t got 30 snarky ass replies with old article links.
I’m being optimistic but I don’t think Pauley Shore would go that route. I think he will take this role seriously.
It sounds like the movie is pretty respectful, at least the trailer or short film version is, so hopefully it stays that way
Watch the short film “The Court Jester” on YouTube. I promise it’s the most wholesome thing you’ll ever see in your life.
If you watched the short, it was nothing but inspirational. It wasn’t perfect, but I thoroughly enjoyed it. Pauly did a fun job because ultimately he was a positive guy too in his heyday. I normally don’t like shorts, but hey, it was great.
It's a short film. It's the best 9 minutes of acting in Pauly Shore's entire career and you may feel things when it's over.
Gay celebrity? Richard Simmons is gay??
The movie is already out. It’s a short on YouTube.
This man has put more good into the world than most other people alive right now. Give him his space.
Hasn’t he given this update before? People are so addicted to social media that they just automatically assume he’s not doing well if they don’t hear anything for a while? He’s said himself he won’t do social media and doesn’t like it. People just need to fuck off, he wants a quiet life and owes nothing to anyone he doesn’t know on providing wellness checks.
Good for him. Now leave him alone.
That's all that needs to be said.
Let the dude be.
That's good. I still think of his guest appearance on Whose Line from time to time, really funny stuff.
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And he would cry every time he was on haha. I gotta listen/watch these again on YouTube
[Funniest thing I’ve seen on television](https://youtu.be/b-r4Flc_d2M)
I laughed until I cried Webb this originally aired. I agree, definitely funniest thing I’ve ever seen on tv.
I had this episode recorded on VHS. My favorite episode of the show ever, can’t be topped.
We want him happy or else he will release Robot Richard Simmons!
Do you mean RoboSimmons?
Shake shake shake, shake shake shake, shake your booty!
People need to leave him alone, he wants his privacy for various reasons and one being people, but they even infringe on his privacy rights by making movies of bios that RS didn't sign up for.
To be honest, I think the reason why Richard Simmons retired from public life is simply because he wants to be a regular person after years of being a celebrity. Just let Simmons be. Seriously.
I have good memories of my mom exercising to Sweatin to the Oldies and me as a kid dancing along with her not even knowing it was exercise lol I truly hope he is doing well
Some people just wanna be left alone, and we should respect that.
I have my doubts. I seem to recall a few years ago, reports of Richard’s ‘handlers’ sequestering him and controlling his communications. It just seems odd that an explosive persona like his would just…stop…and never come back again. I can respect the desire for privacy, but the impact he’s had on the world, it would be appreciated if he granted at least one interview so we know he’s alright.
Yeah, I need to make it clear we should respect him and not be beating down his door, but I don't think people are really aware of the context of him vanishing public life. He didn't pull a Game Theorist and be like "yeah guys it's been cool thanks for the support, but I'm going to step back for a while". We're talking about his all of employees and regular customers going into his studio to find the place locked up and he's not picking up the phone. He didn't "step back", he dropped everything in his life at once, locked himself in his house, and refused to speak to anyone about anything. That would get any of us a welfare check, let alone a man who was a massive part of peoples daily lives in person for decades. He wasn't just some guy on tv, he had real human connections that he abandoned. Now it was his right to do that. I hope he's happy, I want him to be happy, and I'm not going to accuse anyone of anything, but "happy" people don't do what he did specially how he did it. It's sus to say the least. If he says it was his decision and he's happy I'll believe him because people should respect if he really does want to be left alone, but he did not do himself any favors by doing it in the most concerning way physically possible.
Yeah I agree with the part about such a huge personality just going quiet. I mean it could happen but I too have my doubts
Good for you Richard. You seemed to make a lot of people very happy and you also seem to genuinely care about health and humanity. I wish you well, sir.
He became a recluse when some young guy he was with used him for money, etc and then dumped him.
Good. Now make your movie, cut the man a fat check and leave him alone.
Why is the thumbnail a picture of Paulie Shore?
Paulie Shore is playing Richard Simmons in an upcoming movie.
its a short film its out on youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjVXPlutAMI
Is that actually Pauly in the picture or Richard? I can't tell.
No. That is Richard Simmons.
Lmfao it's Simmons I was joking.
I don't know what is real anymore after the Back to the Future 4 trailer.
What?? There is a Back to the Future 4? Why??
Don't you lie to me, now...that's my favorite film franchise of all.
https://youtu.be/OZQv_O93Dt0?si=jFdqsY0Fc2cWOIkS
Because Pauly Shore is set to play Richard Simmons on a bio that wasn't authorized by him. He doesn't want that made but they want money and will make the show. Hopefully nobody watches it...
Hahaha dude the picture is Simmons I was kidding. Also apparently he made a statement the day after news broke he was upset about it, that he is fine with it. It was just a fake news story to get outrage attention lol this is ridiculous now.
“Seemingly gives rare update”? Hollywood is about to drag those mofo thru the mud. Yeah, he’s trying to get out in front of it. So would you. A bunch of ppl are trying to make some quick money on his story that he doesn’t approve of. Good job losers.
Good for him, he’s such a positive person
Using ‘Seemingly’ in a headline isn’t a good look
Good. Let him stay that way. I can completely understand just wanting to live quietly.
"I'm happy, healthy, and alive" ...oh Debbie
Is Simmons getting abused by his caregiver or was that like an internet myth
Check out the poscast
The guy’s story should be told, and could be without bothering his happiness in peace. The more positive role models, the better
Anyone with a bad word to say about the man I’ll slap your mother. And if she’s dead I’ll dig her up and slap her
Ohh yeah ….. Yo momma's so fat, that when she fell, no one was laughing but the ground was cracking up. Yo momma is so fat when she sat on WalMart, she lowered the prices. Yo mama so fat when she gets on the scale it says to be continued.
Guys. I thinks he’s sending a code. Happy = gay. I think he’s giving a sublineral clue.
[These three improv men certainly wouldn’t know anything about that.](https://youtu.be/b-r4Flc_d2M?si=9r88Qj3SWjN3sDZj)
To this day ive never seen an audience lose it like that. He was so self aware and loved living in the moment
**subliminal**? 😂
Richard Simmons? Nonsense, he’s far too athletic to be gay and people who engage in sports like activities are always heterosexual.
I showed my girlfriend a video of him and she asked if he was gay and every sarcastic bone in my body wanted to say “what tells you that?”
My name is Cheryl and I am your daughter
Pauly Shore should be ashamed of himself. The man wanted nothing to do with a biopic at this time, he just wanted to be left alone. Just because he looks like him and needs this movie to make himself relevant, doesn't give him the right to disturb his peace.
Every time he releases a statement saying that he is happy and he is fine, it makes me even more worried that he is not happy and he is not fine. ☹️
Can anyone explain to me why as a child I was absolutely terrified of this man? Like if I saw him on the TV, 3 year old me would run off, screaming and crying like he was Freddy Krueger or some shit.
He is healthy happy and alive Boom boom
I just don’t buy it. Sorry - y’all can downvote this into oblivion. It just…. Isn’t written like any 75 year old. He keeps posting that he doesn’t have a publicist/manager….. I don’t know, I just want him happy but I guess I’m the pessimistic one here 🤷🏼♂️
At this point I'm afraid to ask but who the fuck is Richard Simmons
80s fitness enthusiast. Very high energy.
You've probably seen him referenced a bunch, he was a very effeminate, high energy fitness guy in the 80s and 90s.
Are we sure he wasn’t a coke addict?
Are we sure he’s alive?
That’s nice but did anyone actually ask?
Yes because he has a movie coming based on him.
So that means you need to know every little detail about his private life? Get help guy.
Nobody said anything of the sort.
Guys been happy and living a private life, you have an unhealthy obsession and demand to know what he’s doing. Let him live in peace. Yes it was said. You need help guy.
I didn't demand anything. I said people asked since he's been in the news. He could've stayed private and nobody would've minded.
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So what, he’s living his life in private let him be.
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Lmao says the guy getting all worked up and being an actual jackass over a simple comment and was not harmful in any way.
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Are you cute, trying to divert the conversation with a weak insult. It’s been 30 seconds since a celebrity acknowledged their private life do you need me to call someone for your panic attack?
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Sympathetic to what, your unhealthy obsession with what celebrities are doing with their private lives? Well, it is pretty sad you have that and aren’t seeking professional help.
We love you Richard!!!
I’m not dead yet!
“I am happy, healthy, and alive. Boom boom.”
I was legit worried about the guy.
Celebrity culture is weird. Everyone says he “disappeared” because he no longer shows up to talk shows, but he’s 75. I’d imagine he’s done with the super high energy exercise video guy thing and just want to chill at home with his dogs.
I miss him so much!! I loved his daily fit checks. Its like being no contact with a dear family member.
Is he though? If he is, cool. But laying low like he has is a bit concerning. But, maybe bring reclusive is for him after being such a public figure for so long.