The Iconic Richard Simmons’ First Appearance on the ‘Ellen’ Show 

Pauly Shores new short film brought me here.

I hope that Richard knows how loved he truly is. I remember how he made people feel better about themselves. The true OG fitness influencer. I hope he realizes how much his energy is needed now more than ever.

Ellen didn’t deserve such a fabulous kind guest. We love Richard!

Richard Simmons positive message and energy is surely needed now in our country.....

I LOVE Richard Simmons! He literally invented the fitness influencer! None of them would exist without him!

Seeing this again, after not having seen Richard Simmons for a long, long time, has made me realize that Pauly Shore just nailed his portrayal. Assuming the full movie is the sincere tribute the world probably wants, I personally can’t wait to see it.

You know...I saw the show where Howard Stern broke Richard's heart. Soon after, he became a recluse and didn't want to know nothing from no one. To say that Stern took things too far that day was an understatement. Bless your heart Richard... we're all in your corner.

Pauly shore short brought me here. Just realized Richard Simmons is my favorite flamboyant person. His energy and spirit is just awesome. Glad I got to see him growing up. It’s a part of my life I almost forgot and the nostalgia hit hard.

I so desperately need Richard Simmons right now.

I always smile when I see Richard...what a good guy.

Ive never seen Ellen like this , it's like she is a guest on her own show amazing

Wow. The 2000s look like the 70s did back during the 2000s.

Pauly shore legendary new short film brought me here!

His energy was radiant

Richard Simmons is an icon and kind-hearted treasure. Protect him at all costs.

Richard Simmons is such a quality person. A heart of gold that truly and genuinely cares about other people, wanting only the best for them in life. We love you, Richard. You’re a special person that the world needs more of. If you think about it, all those other fitness instructors at the time had hard body models for backup dancers…and Richard had regular folks on the set to workout and people could relate. Nobody else was doing that. Trailblazer for sure!

His super power us making everyone smile and he is always so kind and caring.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

A national treasure. Richard Simmons.

I love Richard Simmons energy and personality, Pauly Shore did a great job in the short he made.

Omg he was great!! I hope he still has that same spirit in him!

Richard said he weighed 268 pounds, like it’s shocking. This was before My 600 Pound Life. Doesn’t seem so shocking anymore.

He's being so sweet and genuine and all she's worried about is what he's wearing and giving him the side eye half the time.

I love Richard Simmons!! I have awesome memories when I was a little girl of his morning excersize program. Xoxoxox Buddy! We love you!!!

He is so loved to this day, and always will be. I know he isn’t very happy about the short, but I truly feel it was respectful and loving. It was very moving. ❤ We can still take his message and start taking better care of ourselves. I think that would make him happy.

I loved this video so much. What an entrance!

Here after watching Pauly Shore. ❤❤❤

He's so wholesome. I just love him so much.

We need the Pauly shore movie!

Seriously can’t tell if that’s Richard Simmons or Pauly Shore!!

I love him he is so full of love ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Where's the guy in the background?

I don't think Pauly or Richard do not know the monster that this going to be, a good one .

The world needs Richard Simmons, or someone like him, today. The world was in crisis then? Richard, what must you be thinking now.? ❤☮🌎

I love this guy!

Richard Simmons is a American Treasure

We love you, Richard!!

Pauly's short brought me here as his rendition of Richard brought tears to my eyes. Pauly nailed the part. I remember watching Richard Simmons & thinking what an inspiration & this shows the side of Richard we all loved & many that remember him still do. He helped so many people not only with his workout videos but his presence on tv shows. He had this personality that just grabbed your attention & got you up & moving. The man's one of a kind, hope he's ok. Richard if you're reading these, we all wish you well & thank you for all you did to help others. ❤

I saw Pauly Shore in a short film about Richard and I wanted to see this clip.

This is my first time seeing this and I have chills. So refreshing to see someone just absolutely letting what is authentic flow thru them

Oh my gosh. I actually LOVE him!!!!!

Richard was "himself" before it became a popular thing to be "yourself"... The OG of "Be True To Yourself"

His energy is amazing ❤

BEAUTIFUL RICHARD SIMMONS ❤️

I wonder if he still has all his outfits stored somewhere. Has anyone ran into him in Big Bear? What a nice clip to post Ellen.

Wasn't he supposed to be holding up a copy of Sweatin' To The Oldies 5?

I ❤ you Richard Simmons.

What an angel 😇 inspiration and entertainer ❤👏👏👏

ill never forget how he had a tux, wig and glasses on on Howard stern's channel 9 roast back in the 90's and made out with Sandra Bernhard.

Ellen turned straight for a little bit during this interview 😂 😂

Very nice second video ellen

He is wonderful.

Back when Ellen didn't seem like a total heartless goblin.

..LOVED THIS!!

What an eligible enigmatic energetic soul

Very cool second video ellen

Howard stern really loved him as a friend.

God Bless You Richard Simmons!!!!🥰🥰😍😘💓❤‍🔥💖💝

He DOES look a lot like Pauly. LOL.

RICHARD SIMMONS DOES NOT LEAVE HIS HOUSE EVER.FOR YEARS.

Not a fan of Ellen, but I remember watching his shows when I was young, My mom would watch them. He would exercise and then cook something. Definitely one of a kind.

Richard looks good in a suit.😊

I hope Mr. Simmons is doing well nowadays, wish we knew more about him. But thanks for everything Richard!

Pauly Shore

RESPECT! ✊🏾

That looks exactly like pauly

If he doesn't want a movie made about him I think he should have that right it's his life not anyone else's

Pauly is Richard, Richard is Pauly

Richard’s light shines so bright it exposes Ellen’s darkness and that obviously makes her very uncomfortable.

The Simpsons did it! They brought me here. Had to be around 5 when my grandma had Richard Simmons on lol

What is the name of this song!?

What year is this?

Man he should do stand up

OMG Pauly shore did fantastic acting ❤ they did Ellen dirty wich I loved

Whatever happened to Richard Simmons?

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flash back

her eyes were green back then. i hoper they make the movie with Pauly!!!!

Ellen what was your locker number at JC PENNEYs lakeside? I want to see if I guessed it right 😂

Pauly Shore is perfect to play this role

I would love to be friends with richard

I love Ellen and I just found out that she is OCD! Check out 4:40 where she was wiped her hands after touching Richard's hands 😆

Nowadays she would sue him in a heartbeat for an unwanted kiss.....

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Pauly brought me here too

Man, after COVID, everyone looks like they're sitting way too close together.

Little did people know Ellen was running abu ghraib behind those walls

Pauly will get a golden globe for the full length movie!!! Come back to see my prediction was right!!

Back when ellen was a person

Richard Simmons hates bullies Ellen

kathy griffin stole this guys persona

Ellen has changed

Im here after watch family guy

I would love to hear what he has to say about weight today …

Jack LaLanne was the first

I forgot how manly Ellen used to look.

Ellen was pretty hot back then. Richard is a Top G!! Fook Pauly Shore.

Seeing what Pauly attempted & watching Richard here, it was a wonderful script with an actor who lacks the skills to portray Richard properly. He loves the character though but that's not enough.

What opposite people. Richard simmons is a ray of light and Ellen is a monster. (Except on camera, what a phony)

Is Ellen and Jennifer Aniston related?

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