Richard Simmons

Acting

Richard Simmons

Born July 12, 1948 · New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

Died July 13, 2024 · aged 76

Milton Teagle "Richard" Simmons was a semi-retired American fitness instructor, actor, and video producer, known for his eccentric, flamboyant, and energetic personality. He has promoted weight-loss programs, most prominently through his Sweatin' to the Oldies line of aerobics videos.

Known For

Honey, I Blew Up the KidHoney, I Blew Up the Kid · 1992
Honey, I Blew Up the Kid
5.31992
MovieAdventureComedy
Wayne Szalinski is at it again. But instead of shrinking things, he tries to make a machine that can make things grow. As in the first one, his machine isn't quite accurate. But when he brings Nick & his toddler son Adam to see his invention, the machine unexpectedly starts working. And when Adam comes right up to the machine, he gets zapped along with his stuffed bunny.
The ClownsThe Clowns · 1970
The Clowns
6.91970
MovieTV MovieComedy
Fellini exposes his great attraction for the clowns and the world of the circus first recalling a childhood experience when the circus arrives nearby his home. Then he joins his crew and travel from Italy to Paris chasing the last greatest European clowns still live in these countries. He also meets Anita Ekberg trying to buy a panther in a circus.
SatyriconSatyricon · 1969
Satyricon
6.71969
MovieDramaFantasy
After his young lover, Gitone, leaves him for another man, Encolpio decides to kill himself, but a sudden earthquake destroys his home before he has a chance to do so. Now wandering around Rome in the time of Nero, Encolpio encounters one bizarre and surreal scene after another.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The MovieRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie · 1998
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie
6.11998
MovieAnimationFamily
Young Rudolph suffers a childhood accident that sees his nose turn from the publicly accepted norm of black to a glowing red colour. His parents worry about him getting teased, and indeed he does in the end. When he is beaten in the reindeer games by his rival for a doe he fancies, Rudolph runs away and moves into a cave with Slyly the Fox. However can he overcome his fear and reach his true potential?
The Mystery of Richard Simmons: A Diane Sawyer SpecialThe Mystery of Richard Simmons: A Diane Sawyer Special · 2026
The Mystery of Richard Simmons: A Diane Sawyer Special
2026
MovieDocumentary
The beloved fitness personality's remarkable rise to fame; examining the cultural impact that made him a household name.
King CreoleKing Creole · 1958
King Creole
6.41958
MovieDramaMusic
Delinquent Danny Fisher flunks out of high school, quits his job as a nightclub busboy, and one night gets the chance to perform. Success is imminent and local crime boss Maxie Fields wants to hire him to perform at The Blue Shade. Danny declines, but Fields won't take no for an answer.
Hercules: Zero to HeroHercules: Zero to Hero · 1999
Hercules: Zero to Hero
6.51999
MovieAnimationFamily
After defeating Hades for good, Hercules marries Meg and revisits his teenage years. In particular, it shows an adolescent Hercules's enrollment and the beginning of his adventures at the Prometheus Academy, a school for gods and mortals, which Herc supposedly attended during the time when he was training to be a hero with his mentor, the satyr Philoctetes. A compilation of Hercules: The Animated Series episodes 47, 49, 53 and 54.
Groovin' in the House, An Aerobic ConcertGroovin' in the House, An Aerobic Concert · 1998
Groovin' in the House, An Aerobic Concert
1998
MovieDocumentary
This exercise tape is filmed in Richard Simmons' house on his birthday. It includes oldies, disco, county, and reggae music.

Movies

Honey, I Blew Up the KidHoney, I Blew Up the Kid · 1992
Honey, I Blew Up the Kid
5.31992
MovieAdventureComedy
Wayne Szalinski is at it again. But instead of shrinking things, he tries to make a machine that can make things grow. As in the first one, his machine isn't quite accurate. But when he brings Nick & his toddler son Adam to see his invention, the machine unexpectedly starts working. And when Adam comes right up to the machine, he gets zapped along with his stuffed bunny.
The ClownsThe Clowns · 1970
The Clowns
6.91970
MovieTV MovieComedy
Fellini exposes his great attraction for the clowns and the world of the circus first recalling a childhood experience when the circus arrives nearby his home. Then he joins his crew and travel from Italy to Paris chasing the last greatest European clowns still live in these countries. He also meets Anita Ekberg trying to buy a panther in a circus.
SatyriconSatyricon · 1969
Satyricon
6.71969
MovieDramaFantasy
After his young lover, Gitone, leaves him for another man, Encolpio decides to kill himself, but a sudden earthquake destroys his home before he has a chance to do so. Now wandering around Rome in the time of Nero, Encolpio encounters one bizarre and surreal scene after another.
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The MovieRudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie · 1998
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Movie
6.11998
MovieAnimationFamily
Young Rudolph suffers a childhood accident that sees his nose turn from the publicly accepted norm of black to a glowing red colour. His parents worry about him getting teased, and indeed he does in the end. When he is beaten in the reindeer games by his rival for a doe he fancies, Rudolph runs away and moves into a cave with Slyly the Fox. However can he overcome his fear and reach his true potential?
The Mystery of Richard Simmons: A Diane Sawyer SpecialThe Mystery of Richard Simmons: A Diane Sawyer Special · 2026
The Mystery of Richard Simmons: A Diane Sawyer Special
2026
MovieDocumentary
The beloved fitness personality's remarkable rise to fame; examining the cultural impact that made him a household name.
King CreoleKing Creole · 1958
King Creole
6.41958
MovieDramaMusic
Delinquent Danny Fisher flunks out of high school, quits his job as a nightclub busboy, and one night gets the chance to perform. Success is imminent and local crime boss Maxie Fields wants to hire him to perform at The Blue Shade. Danny declines, but Fields won't take no for an answer.
Hercules: Zero to HeroHercules: Zero to Hero · 1999
Hercules: Zero to Hero
6.51999
MovieAnimationFamily
After defeating Hades for good, Hercules marries Meg and revisits his teenage years. In particular, it shows an adolescent Hercules's enrollment and the beginning of his adventures at the Prometheus Academy, a school for gods and mortals, which Herc supposedly attended during the time when he was training to be a hero with his mentor, the satyr Philoctetes. A compilation of Hercules: The Animated Series episodes 47, 49, 53 and 54.
Groovin' in the House, An Aerobic ConcertGroovin' in the House, An Aerobic Concert · 1998
Groovin' in the House, An Aerobic Concert
1998
MovieDocumentary
This exercise tape is filmed in Richard Simmons' house on his birthday. It includes oldies, disco, county, and reggae music.
Sweatin' to the Oldies 4Sweatin' to the Oldies 4 · 1992
Sweatin' to the Oldies 4
1992
Movie
The fourth in the series, this is a low-impact workout featuring a band with a horn section, a live choir, and Richard Simmons intense perkiness.
Sweatin' to the Oldies 3Sweatin' to the Oldies 3 · 1991
Sweatin' to the Oldies 3
7.01991
Movie
Here's your ticket to "Sweatin' Land," my low-cal amusement park where I'm taking your heart on a rollercoaster ride. Come join me and my friends for this one-hour low-impact class that'll make you tweet like "Rockin' Robin."
Richard Simmons: Love Yourself and WinRichard Simmons: Love Yourself and Win · 2006
Richard Simmons: Love Yourself and Win
2006
MovieDocumentary
Six Steps To Self-Esteem & Permanent Weight Loss
Sweatin' to the Oldies 5Sweatin' to the Oldies 5 · 2010
Sweatin' to the Oldies 5
2010
Movie
Richard Simmons leads an encouraging workout in his fifth and final Sweatin' program featuring ten songs: Soul Man, I Want You Back, Ain't Too Proud to Beg, Think, Downtown, Where the Boys Are, Hit the Road Jack, These Boots are Made for Walkin', I Heard It Through the Grapevine and What the World Needs Now.
Richard Simmons: Dance Your Pants Off!Richard Simmons: Dance Your Pants Off! · 1996
Richard Simmons: Dance Your Pants Off!
1996
MovieDocumentary
Get ready to dance your way to a healthier body with Richard Simmons: Dance Your Pants Off!
Boogie Down the PoundsBoogie Down the Pounds · 2009
Boogie Down the Pounds
2009
Movie
Six steps to self-esteem & permanent weight loss
Sweatin' to the Oldies 2Sweatin' to the Oldies 2 · 1991
Sweatin' to the Oldies 2
8.01991
Movie
Richard Simmons is back! And this time, he's invited more of his friends to Pop's Diner for the sequel that has no equal. This workout party is a little longer than the first, and has a little bit of everything; a warm-up, low-impact aerobics, a cool-down, even chair exercises, using hand weights and floor work. Get down and get fit to "The Loco-Motion," "Fever," "My Boyfriend's Back," "Breaking Up Is Hard to Do," "Windy," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Jailhouse Rock," "Summer in the City," "Respect," "Rescue Me" and "Oh, Pretty Woman." So grab your sneakers and towel and get ready to have fun and get fit... again!
Sweatin' to the OldiesSweatin' to the Oldies · 1988
Sweatin' to the Oldies
8.01988
MovieMusicDocumentary
Fitness expert Richard Simmons gets some of his friends together and invites you to the High School Prom. But there's no need to rent a gown or a tuxedo, just come as you are. This is an aerobic exercise party where, instead of boring elevator music, you get to work out to ten of the biggest hit songs from the 1950's & '60's performed by a live band! "Dancing in the Streets," "Beyond the Sea," "On Broadway," "It's My Party," "Peggy Sue," "Great Balls of Fire," "Wipeout," "He's a Rebel," "Personality" and "Ain't No Mountain High Enough." If you need to get or stay fit, but want to have fun while doing it, let Richard and his friends show you the way!
From Here to MaternityFrom Here to Maternity · 1986
From Here to Maternity
1986
MovieComedy
Three women are on a quest to become mothers.
Gavin McInnes is a Fucking AssholeGavin McInnes is a Fucking Asshole · 2010
Gavin McInnes is a Fucking Asshole
2010
MovieDocumentaryComedy
Once again, this DVD is a compilation of every video I’ve ever done (outside of Vice) thread together with an elaborate film magic trick involving old, dad me fighting young, stoned me.
TMZ Investigates | What Really Happened to Richard SimmonsTMZ Investigates | What Really Happened to Richard Simmons · 2022
TMZ Investigates | What Really Happened to Richard Simmons
4.02022
MovieDocumentary
Investigating why beloved fitness icon Richard Simmons hasn't been seen for over eight years. TMZ speaks to the people closest to him including Bruce Vilanch, Suzanne Somers, Dr. Phil, and Simmons' longtime costume designer, Leslie Wilshire.
Richard Simmons: Tone Up on BroadwayRichard Simmons: Tone Up on Broadway · 2000
Richard Simmons: Tone Up on Broadway
2000
MovieMusic
It's time to tune up those muscles and get them singing like the chorus in a Broadway show. This sassy, sultry 20-minute total-body toning workout is the way to do it. "Don't Cry for Me, Argentina", "Life is a Cabaret", and "All That Jazz" will give those muscles real star quality!

TV Shows

Saturday Night LiveSaturday Night Live · 1975
Saturday Night Live
6.91975
SeriesComedy
A late-night live television sketch comedy and variety show created by Lorne Michaels. The show's comedy sketches, which parody contemporary culture and politics, are performed by a large and varying cast of repertory and newer cast members. Each episode is hosted by a celebrity guest, who usually delivers an opening monologue and performs in sketches with the cast, and features performances by a musical guest.
Late Show with David LettermanLate Show with David Letterman · 1993
Late Show with David Letterman
6.41993
SeriesComedy
David Letterman uses mature humor to appeal to his audience in this weeknight series, which gets its music from a house band led by Paul Shaffer. Among the show's most-famous segments are the Top Ten List and Stupid Pet Tricks, the latter of which subsequently led to an additional recurring segment called Stupid Human Tricks.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!Jimmy Kimmel Live! · 2003
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
5.32003
SeriesComedy
Jimmy Kimmel Live! is an American late-night talk show, created and hosted by Jimmy Kimmel and broadcast on ABC.
Arrested DevelopmentArrested Development · 2003
Arrested Development
7.92003
SeriesComedy
The story of a wealthy family that lost everything, and the one son who had no choice but to keep them all together.
Hollywood SquaresHollywood Squares · 1998
Hollywood Squares
7.61998
Series
On September 14, 1998, a Hollywood Squares revival debuted with Tom Bergeron as its host. In addition to her production duties, Whoopi Goldberg served as the permanent center square, with series head writer Bruce Vilanch, Gilbert Gottfried, Martin Mull, and Caroline Rhea as regular panelists and Brad Garrett, Bobcat Goldthwait, Jeffrey Tambor, George Wallace, Kathy Griffin and various others as semi-regular panelists. Shadoe Stevens returned to announce, although he was not given a square on the panel as he had been when John Davidson was host.
LIVE with Kelly and MarkLIVE with Kelly and Mark · 1988
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
5.61988
Series
A morning talk show with A-list celebrity guests, top-notch performances and one-of-a-kind segments that are unrivaled on daytime television, plus spontaneous, hilarious and unpredictable talk.
Johnny BravoJohnny Bravo · 1997
Johnny Bravo
7.31997
SeriesAnimationComedy
Johnny Bravo tells the story of a biceps-bulging, karate-chopping free spirit who believes he is a gift from God to the women of the earth. Unfortunately for Johnny, everyone else sees him as a narcissistic Mama's boy with big muscles and even bigger hair. In short, he is the quintessential guy who 'just doesn't get it.' No matter what he does, or where he finds himself, he always winds up being his own worst enemy.
DinosaursDinosaurs · 1991
Dinosaurs
7.81991
SeriesSci-Fi & FantasyComedy
Dinosaurs follows the life of a family of dinosaurs, living in a modern world. They have TV's, fridges, microwaves, and every modern convenience.
The Ellen DeGeneres ShowThe Ellen DeGeneres Show · 2003
The Ellen DeGeneres Show
5.52003
SeriesComedy
The Ellen DeGeneres Show, often shortened to just Ellen, is an American television talk show hosted by comedian/actress Ellen DeGeneres.
Fish HooksFish Hooks · 2010
Fish Hooks
6.42010
SeriesAnimationComedy
This inventive animated comedy series, set inside a giant fish tank in Bud's Pet Shop, presents high school life as seen through the eyes of three BFFs (best fish friends), Bea, Milo and Oscar. Together they experience the typical life challenges and triumphs, including friendship, dating and sports, along with more atypical situations such as giant lobster attacks and, with the use of special land suits, school field trips to the hamster cages. The series was created by children's book illustrator Noah Z. Jones and features a notable voice cast. It's produced using an innovative mixture of digital animation and photo collage
TodayToday · 1952
Today
5.71952
Series
Today is a daily American morning television show that airs on NBC. The program debuted on January 14, 1952. It was the first of its genre on American television and in the world, and is the fifth-longest running American television series. Originally a two-hour program on weekdays, it expanded to Sundays in 1987 and Saturdays in 1992. The weekday broadcast expanded to three hours in 2000, and to four hours in 2007. Today's dominance was virtually unchallenged by the other networks until the late 1980s, when it was overtaken by ABC's Good Morning America. Today retook the Nielsen ratings lead the week of December 11, 1995, and held onto that position for 852 consecutive weeks until the week of April 9, 2012, when it was beaten by Good Morning America yet again. In 2002, Today was ranked #17 on TV Guide's 50 Greatest Television Shows of All Time.
Amazing StoriesAmazing Stories · 1985
Amazing Stories
7.51985
SeriesSci-Fi & FantasyComedy
A truly amazing, fantastical, science fiction, funny and odd, and sometimes scary, sad and endearing anthology series presented by Steven Spielberg with guest appearances by many famous actors, actresses, and directors.
HerculesHercules · 1998
Hercules
6.91998
SeriesComedy
Follow Herc's many labors during the years he spent training on how to be a hero under the tutelage of satyr Phil. Many of the Olympian Gods and Goddesses pay visit to the young hero-to-be and help or hinder him in his new adventures.
Anderson Cooper 360°Anderson Cooper 360° · 2003
Anderson Cooper 360°
5.42003
Series
Anderson Cooper goes beyond the headlines to tell stories from many points of view, so you can make up your own mind about the news.
FameFame · 1982
Fame
6.81982
SeriesDrama
An American television series originally produced between 1982 and 1987. The show is based on the 1980 motion picture of the same name. With a mixture of drama and music, it followed the lives of the students and faculty at the New York City High School for the Performing Arts. Although fictional, it was based heavily on the actual Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts in New York. Most interior scenes were filmed in Hollywood, California, and in all seasons but the third, several exterior scenes were shot on location in New York City. The popularity of the series, particularly in the UK, led to several hit records and live concert tours by the cast. Despite its success, very few of the actors maintained high-profile careers after the series was cancelled. A number of the cast members were seen again briefly in Bring Back...Fame, a reunion special made for British television in 2008.
The Larry Sanders ShowThe Larry Sanders Show · 1992
The Larry Sanders Show
7.71992
SeriesComedy
Comic Garry Shandling draws upon his own talk show experiences to create the character of Larry Sanders, a paranoid, insecure host of a late night talk show. Larry, along with his obsequious TV sidekick Hank Kingsley and his fiercely protective producer Artie, allows Garry Shandling and his talented writers to look behind the scenes and to show us a convincing slice of behind the camera life.
Rocko's Modern LifeRocko's Modern Life · 1993
Rocko's Modern Life
7.51993
SeriesAnimationComedy
Rocko is a wallaby who has emigrated to America from Australia. He lives in O-Town and tries to get through life but, of course, comes across a multitude of dilemmas and misadventures he must get through. Other characters include Rocko's best friend, Heffer, a steer who has been raised by wolves, Filbert, a paranoid hypochondriac turtle, Rocko's faithful (but none-too-bright) dog Spunky, and Ed Bighead who detests Rocko and hates having him for a next door neighbor. On this show, Rocko has such adventures as trying to adapt to a new vacuum cleaner, having Heffer move in temporarily after his parents kick him out, and going to a movie theater.
Whose Line Is It Anyway?Whose Line Is It Anyway? · 1998
Whose Line Is It Anyway?
7.81998
SeriesComedy
The show where everything's made up and the points don't matter. Not a talk show, not a sitcom, not a game show, Whose Line Is It Anyway? is a completely unique concept to network television. Four talented actors perform completely unrehearsed skits and games in front of a studio audience. Host Drew Carey sets the scene, with contributions from the audience, but the actors rely completely on their quick wit and improvisational skills. It's genuinely improvised, so anything can happen - and often does.
Entertainment TonightEntertainment Tonight · 1981
Entertainment Tonight
4.31981
Series
Daily tabloid television news show on entertainment and celebrity news with unprecedented access to Hollywood's biggest stars, exclusive behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming film and television projects, as well as the real story behind Hollywood's latest news.
The Megan Mullally ShowThe Megan Mullally Show · 2006
The Megan Mullally Show
4.72006
Series
Two-time Emmy Award-winner Megan Mullally, coming off eight seasons as wisecracking socialite Karen Walker on NBC's "Will & Grace," moves into the driver's seat as host for this daytime talk show. Each episode is an entertaining hour featuring a mix of celebrities, real people, music, and comedy. Megan will interview top celebrities and also introduce the world to guests of all kinds — from quirky characters to funny kids to offbeat experts.
CHiPsCHiPs · 1977
CHiPs
6.91977
SeriesDrama
Lighthearted look at the adventures of two Highway Patrol officers in Los Angeles. The main characters are Jon Baker and Frank Poncherello, two motorcycle officers always on the street to save lives.
History 101History 101 · 2020
History 101
7.12020
SeriesDocumentary
Infographics and archival footage deliver bite-size history lessons on scientific breakthroughs, social movements and world-changing discoveries.
Figure It OutFigure It Out · 1997
Figure It Out
7.01997
SeriesComedyFamily
A group of four different panelists popular on Nickelodeon programs try to figure out the talents of different guests. They are given clues that they can feel, see, taste, and also given to them through charades.
The Rosie O'Donnell ShowThe Rosie O'Donnell Show · 1996
The Rosie O'Donnell Show
4.11996
SeriesFamily
The Rosie O'Donnell Show was an American daytime television talk show hosted and produced by actress and comedian Rosie O'Donnell. It aired for six seasons from 1996 to 2002. Topics often discussed on the show include Broadway, children, extended families and charitable works, people and organizations. The show was based out of Studio 8G at NBC's Rockefeller Center studios in New York City, NY, USA and was produced and syndicated by KidRo Productions, Telepictures Productions and Warner Bros. Television.