Richard Simmons "Slimmons" Studio | 2025 Update
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Richard Simmons (July 1948 – July 2024) was an exercise guru, celebrity, TV personality, and advocate for getting in shape. He opened the "Slimmons" studio in Beverly Hills, California, which ran from 1974 to 2016.
Former Slimmons Studio Information
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- Phone number: (310) 275-4663
- Address: 9306 Civic Center Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
The Hollywood Reporter wrote in November of 2016 that the Slimmons studio closed. As of December of 2024, Google Street View shows that the former studio space is for lease.
Google Street View of the Studio
The great thing about the Slimmons studio is that it was for everyone. It didn't matter if you were an average Joe or a celebrity, it was all about showing up and getting in shape.
Reviews of the Slimmons Studio
According to Yelp, the Slimmons studio had a 4.8 out of 5 stars (62 reviews). It's clear that people loved the studio. The most recent review was posted in 2016, and the official Facebook page had its last post in 2017.
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Slimmons Archived Video at the Studio
VIDEO: Slimmons club members in Beverly Hills
Location of the Studio
Richard Simmons had his studio for decades in Beverly Hills.
The Personal Assistants to Richard Simmons
There are three main players when it comes to Richard Simmons' inner circle:
Elijah Jones
One of Richard Simmons' long-time personal assistants was Elijah Jones, who began working for the fitness star in the early 1980s, and they continued their professional relationship together for over 30 years. After Richard disappeared from the public eye, Jones made a public statement saying it was uncharacteristic of Simmons to behave that way.
Teresa Reveles
Richard's longtime companion, confidante, and House Manager was Teresa Reveles. In fact, ABC News reported they were so close that Richard purchased a plot in a graveyard next to his so they could always be together, even in death.
VIDEO: Teresa Reveles appears on ABC News.
Michele Matz
Beginning in 2001, Michael Matz worked for Simmons for the shortest period of time. He did, however, come out and publicly support Teresa Reveles over the dispute over the fitness guru's legacy.
The Richard Simmons Biopic
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In April of 2024, Variety reported that Richard Simmons did not approve of the movie that Warner Bros. was developing about him.
Simmons stated on Twitter that he had his own film in development, but unfortunately, he died just months later.
As of December of 2024, the Warner Bros. movie about Richard Simmons is still in development, and Pauly Shore is set to star as the fitness icon.
Simmons stated on Twitter that he had his own film in development, but unfortunately, he died just months later.
As of December of 2024, the Warner Bros. movie about Richard Simmons is still in development, and Pauly Shore is set to star as the fitness icon.
Pauly Shore's Statement about Richard Simmons
According to Forbes, Shore's feelings were hurt that Simmons didn't want Warner Bros. to move forward with the movie, and the actor said he had good intentions.
VIDEO: Pauly Shore transforms himself into Richard Simmons in the short film The Court Jester.
Where did Richard Simmons live?
Richard's personal residence was located at 1350 Belfast Drive in West Hollywood, which was adjacent to his Beverly Hills studio. The home can be located on Google Maps if you would like to get a 360-degree view of the property.
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