Richard Simmons left the spotlight for this reason, doc claims: ‘He's just not the same guy anymore’
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On Monday, FOX aired "TMZ Investigates: What Really Happened to Richard Simmons," a documentary that will be available for streaming on Tubi beginning Aug. 30.
Stephanie Nolasco covers entertainment at Foxnews.com.
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.
On Monday night, FOX aired "TMZ Investigates: What Really Happened to Richard Simmons," which explored his rise to stardom and surprising departure from the public eye. It featured interviews with Denise Austin, Suzanne Somers, as well as pal Bruce Vilanch and Simmons’ longtime costume designer Leslie Wilshire.
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