As a long-time cinema enthusiast who has witnessed the rise and fall of various stars, I find myself deeply intrigued by this ongoing saga between Pauly Shore and the late Richard Simmons‘ family. Having followed Richard’s career since his days of fitness craze in the ’80s, it’s disheartening to see such a disagreement over the portrayal of an icon who brought joy and motivation to millions.
Richard Simmons’ family has made a statement following Pauly Shore’s announcement that he is proceeding with an unauthorized biopic of Simmons’ life. Previously, Shore had suggested that Simmons was supportive of his project before his passing, but this appears to be contradicted by social media posts and a statement from Simmons’ brother on Simmons’ official Twitter account. In the statement, it is clarified that Simmons did not express approval for Pauly Shore portraying him in a biopic about his life.
In a chat with Entertainment Tonight, Shore expressed that he’s persisting with his movie about Simmons, even though the fitness guru had earlier voiced opposition to the project. Addressing the commotion surrounding it, Shore questioned whether Simmons actually penned the posts himself, expressing his doubts.
“From what I gather, it seemed like he expected me to take care of it. To tell you the truth, I’m not certain if it was indeed him sending those tweets consistently. I can’t say for sure who was behind them.”
As a film critic, I must clarify some misconceptions surrounding “Encino Man.” Contrary to the actor’s assertions, Simmons himself has never publicly endorsed this film. His statements sparked a fierce reaction from his brother Lenny Simmons, who vehemently denied that Richard didn’t pen the supportive posts and strongly criticized Shore’s movie.
“Dicky composes his own articles on his own without any assistance. He prepares them a week ahead of time, refining and polishing them until they convey the correct message. He usually shares them with Cathy and me beforehand for feedback. However, it is important to clarify that he has not communicated or interacted with Pauly in any way – not even to send good wishes as Pauly has frequently mentioned.”
In a January Facebook post, Simmons expressed dissatisfaction with Shore’s attempts to produce a movie based on his life. “There might be talk of a movie about me with Pauly Shore,” he stated. “However, I have not given my approval for this film. Therefore, take news about it with a grain of salt. Currently, I don’t have a manager or a publicist, and I prefer to lead a tranquil life.” He later disclosed that he was in negotiations with a studio regarding his own biographical movie, but no further information was disclosed.
Following Simmons’ passing on July 13 at the age of 76, it appears that Shore’s determination to produce the film has become even stronger. The project is currently being developed by Warner Bros., with The Wolper Organization serving as the producers. Jordan Allen-Dutton, an Emmy-nominated writer known for his work on “Robot Chicken,” is penning the screenplay.
Pauly Shore’s Short Film The Court Jester
As a longtime fan of both The Lewis Brothers YouTube channel and Danny Tamberelli, I was thrilled when they released their short film “The Court Jester” earlier this year, featuring Tamberelli as Simmons during his infamous appearance on The Ellen Show. Being an avid follower of the entertainment industry, I have witnessed Tamberelli’s remarkable ability to immerse himself in characters, and this performance was no exception.
“We’ve always admired him without any malice, and we wish to express our gratitude by acknowledging his great work and humbly showing our appreciation.”
Following his significant weight loss achieved through a balanced diet and regular exercise, Richard Simmons gained prominence in the late ’70s, establishing numerous fitness centers across the Los Angeles region. As the aerobics phenomenon swept through the ’80s, he made frequent appearances on both film and television. The popular series of his “Sweatin’ to the Oldies” workout videos sold an estimated 50 million units in VHS and DVD formats. In more recent times, Simmons stepped away from public life after a struggle with cancer and various health complications.
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2024-08-05 18:31