 The German-born Westheimer stood only 4 feet 7 inches tall, but anybody can say she was larger than life, appearing on countless TV programs and writing 45 books. Breaking news, too, as we hear fitness icon Richard Simmons has died. LAPD responding to his home after a 911 call came from his housekeeper. Simmons just celebrating his 76th birthday on Friday. Hey, it's Richard Simmons calling. How are you?