Drugs were not a factor.
A spokesperson for the Simmons family, Tom Estey, gave a fuller picture in a statement toPeopleon Wednesday.
This morning,Richard Simmons brother Lenny received a call from the L.A. Coroners office, he said.
Richard Simmons.American Broadcasting Companies/Getty Images
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.
Richard Simmons always wanted people to feel good and be happy,Jane Fonda saidfollowing his death.
He would go out of his way to make people happy.
He once popped out of a huge cake at the launch of some Jane Fonda WORKOUT event.
He also expressed existential angst.
How do you deal with loss?
he said, possibly reading audio from a note for Leonard.
It takes a toll on your heart.
Some shed many tears, others stare at the sky.
Its so hard to say goodbye.
