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I'm a real paradox. Because I'm a very serious person, and I take my work very seriously. But I wrap it up in a court jester and a clown and make people laugh and make them feel good about themselves.
Richard Simmons
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Richard Simmons
Age: 76
Born: 1948
Born: July 12
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