Where did Richard Simmons Go?

Where did the 1980’s fitness guru Richard Simmons go? After 3 years since disappearing from the public eye, someone is getting to the bottom of this mystery!

A podcast called ‘Missing Richard Simmons‘ has been created by Dan Taberski (a writer and producer from New York City) that is stirring up quite a bit of controversy over the whereabouts of the 80’s star. Taberski claims to have had, at least on some level, a relationship with the fitness buff, and the podcast begins with Taberski genuinely wondering where he went.

The episodes also reveal a deeper level to the GO!GO!GO! fitness junkie. The podcast shows that Simmons had a lot more on the go than exercise videos, tapes, and books. He was actually a private person behind the outgoing public persona, who led a recluse lifestyle, often dealing with issues around his appearance and sometimes depression.

Taberski concludes the first episode by saying, “The Richard Simmons I’m interested in isn’t ‘Richard the punchline’, or ‘Richard the half forgotten icon’… somewhere in between those two guys, there’s a real person with a really intense life story. And that story took a turn that shocked absolutely everyone that has ever known him… that’s the guy I’m trying to find”. 

The controversy revolves around Simmons’ rep claiming that the star’s disappearance is falsified and that it’s simply a natural break from the public eye, while the podcast expresses some sincere concern.

Either way, it’s an interesting addition to the podcast lineup! Take a listen!