Picture Richard Simmons. Does the first image that pops to your head that of an exaggeratedly vibrant and charismatic fitness star pop up?
Simmons was known for his quite ‘out there’ and flamboyant personality and gathered an enormous fan base after sharing his personal struggles with obesity.
Raquel Welch – Now
Welch proceeded to act in various films, taking on roles of strong female characters. She was extremely influential in movie history, often portrraying powerful characters.
Welch was awarded a Golden Globe Award in 1974 for her performance in The Three Musketeers and for Right to Die. In early 2023, Raquel sadly passed away at the age of 82.
Richard Simmons – Now
Simmons has not made a public appearance since 2014 and his fitness gym “Slimmons” in Beverly Hills, California closed abruptly in November 2016 without a public statement.
His disappearance from the public eye has sparked speculation and concern about his well-being. We hope that he’s doing alright and still rocking his short shorts.
Cher – Then
In her 1991 book called “Forever Fit: The Lifetime Plan for Health, Fitness, and Beauty,” Cher rocked her best fitness gear, looking strong and determined.
She blossomed in the ’80s as a fitness diva, singer, and performer and earned her well-deserved spot as an icon of the ’80s.
Cher – Now
The singer is still able to give a stellar performance, as seen in her performance at the 2017 Billboard Music Awards.
She can’t stress enough the importance of living a healthy and active lifestyle and proves her lifestyle is holding up quite well against the test of time.