Richard Simmons’ cause of death has been confirmed.
The 76-year-old fitness guru’s brother, Lenny Simmons, revealed Wednesday that the star died last month of “complications from recent falls and heart disease.”
“This morning, Richard Simmons’ brother Lenny, received a call from the LA Coroner’s office,” the Simmons family spokesperson, Tom Estey, said in a statement to PEOPLE.
“The Coroner informed Lenny that Richard’s death was accidental due to complications from recent falls and heart disease as a contributing factor,” Estey continued. “The toxicology report was negative other than medication Richard had been prescribed.”
“The Family wishes to thank everyone for their outpouring of love and support during this time of great loss,” the spokesperson added.
Simmons was found dead on July 13, one day after his 76th birthday, by his housekeeper, Teresa Reveles.
He allegedly suffered a fall in his bathroom and refused to get medical help immediately despite Reveles’ concern. He reportedly felt dizzy before his fall but wanted to stay home on his birthday.
Simmons was found dead on the floor next to his bed.
The Post confirmed with the LA Medical Examiner’s Office that Simmons’ cause of death was deferred and was pending investigation.
The fitness instructor’s private funeral was held in Los Angeles on July 19 with his family and closest friends.
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