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Richard Simmons' L.A. Mansion Where He Died Listed for $7 Million 1 Year After His Death
The home where Richard Simmons died is up for sale one year after his death
His former 4-bedroom and 5-bathroom estate is listed for $7 million
The fitness guru died one day after celebrating his 76th birthdayRichard Simmons' longtime Los Angeles home where he died has been listed for sale, one year after his death.
The fitness guru died in the Hollywood Hills home one day after celebrating his 76th birthday, his longtime publicist, Tom Estey, confirmed to PEOPLE on July 13, 2024.
At the time, a law enforcement source told PEOPLE, "The LAPD are not pursuing the investigation as if foul play was involved at this point."
The Richard Simmons Estate, as the $7 million property is called, was built in 1937. Sitting on a half-acre lot above the Sunset Strip, it spans approximately 4,119 sq. ft. and has four bedrooms and five bathrooms.
John A. Lucy of Keller Williams Hollywood Hills is the listing agent of the home, which is described as a Neo-Classical Revival colonial.
Features include a gated motor court, separate from the stately front portico with grand columns.
Once inside, the front doors lead to a formal center hall entry with custom wood flooring, an updated kitchen featuring Thermador appliances and breakfast area, plus a formal dining room spacious enough to hold 10 guests.
Additional areas for entertaining include a step-down living room and music room with a double-sided fireplace. Palladian fan windows and French doors are among the carefully thought-out architectural detailing.
An added maid suite for staff or guests has its own laundry, pantry and service entrance.
With a home this special, of course, the primary suite — with its two levels and four rooms — would also be designed to impress.
The area is home to a dressing room, bathroom and a large finished upper level Keiser-equipped gym or additional living space.
A pool and pool house are some of the perks to be enjoyed, along with the landscaping design that offers a scenic backdrop.
Simmons, known for his vibrant personality, had not been publicly seen since 2014 and became increasingly private as time went on. However, he posted on social media the day before his death, letting fans know he was grateful for the 'many messages' he received for his birthday.
Teresa Reveles lived with Simmons for 35 years and was often erroneously referred to as his housekeeper.
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After his death, she recalled how every night a family of skunks would arrive at his back door in West Hollywood, Calif. Simmons would feed them peanuts by hand, getting so close that the animals became accustomed to him.
''Richard! They probably have rabies!' I would tell him,' Reveles told PEOPLE in an exclusive interview.
'He died happy,' she added of her longtime friend.
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