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Pauly Shore will star in Richard Simmons biopic without the fitness icon's blessing
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Pauly Shore will star in a biopic about fitness guru Richard Simmons, having previously portrayed him in the unrelated upcoming short film The Court Jester. However, it seems that the project will go ahead without the real Simmons' blessing.
Announced on Wednesday, the film will be produced by Warner Bros. Discovery subsidiary The Wolper Organization. Though no writer, director, or other cast members have yet been confirmed, president Mark Wolper appears confident that Shore's casting will be the pivotal piece ensuring everything else falls into place.
"We have been dancing around the idea for years, but it never coalesced until several months ago when I saw the press about Pauly Shore being touted by social media as the ONLY person that could play Richard," Wolper said in a statement, adding that they were aiming for a tone similar to the gently optimistic dramedy Little Miss Sunshine.
"We all need this biopic now more than ever," said Shore. "Simmons represented mental health, getting people in shape, and being his authentic silly self!"
Unfortunately for them, it looks as though there's at least one person who doesn't think we need this biopic at all. Just hours after the announcement, the film's reclusive subject Simmons took to social media to explicitly disavow the project.
"You may have heard they may be doing a movie about me with Pauly Shore," Simmons wrote Wednesday on his Facebook account. "I have never given my permission for this movie. So don’t believe everything you read. I no longer have a manager, and I no longer have a publicist. I just try to live a quiet life and be peaceful. Thank you for all your love and support."
A popular fitness icon in the '80s, Simmons suddenly retreated from the public eye in 2014. His mysterious disappearance sparked considerable concern at the time, and caused some fans to worry about his welfare. It even prompted the creation of popular 2017 podcast Missing Richard Simmons, which investigated his vanishing by talking to various associates of his. Fortunately, Simmons has clarified that his newfound reclusive lifestyle is simply a matter of personal preference, and that he wanted to focus on taking care of himself.
Considering Simmons' public desire for privacy, it isn't surprising that he's less than thrilled by the prospect of his story being dragged back to the fore. Even so, Simmon's disapproval doesn't appear to have deterred The Wolper Organization from pressing on with its plans. Speaking to Variety, the production company stated that though it would have liked to have Simmons involved, it would "respect his desire to privacy" and proceed with making "a movie that honors him" without him.
"We know he is deeply private and we would never want to invade that, however he is an amazing person that changed millions of peoples’ lives, and the effect he has had on the world needs to be recognized," The Wolper Organization said in a statement to Variety.
It sounds as though Simmons might dispute that, though.
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What would be so interesting about is life that they have to make a movie about.... Not going to hold my breath. And sad they didn't get his blessing to make. Hope he'll get something out of it.
ReplyDeleteHe would get a consulting fee if he got involved and couldn't scream later if he thinks they got it all wrong !!!!
DeleteSoooo… you know he started a business empire, right? 😏
DeleteI probably not going to watch it. But I'd assume it would be done parody style. Nothing all that impressive about Weird Al's life, but the movie Wierd was an absolute delight.
DeleteA Pauly Shore movie parodying the life of Simmons would have my interest. But not getting the permission of Simmons is a bad sign.
I love Richard Simmons in Encino Man.
ReplyDeleteYou mean Pauly Shore.
Deletethat’s the joke lol
DeleteAlrighty Then
DeleteRichard was truly a sweet guy and always tried to encourage people to stay fit. I think he was insecure with himself but people loved him as I did. He left his footprint in society and I as many do, still love him back then as we do today. You Richard, were and are amazing no matter how old you get and I'm sure that Pauly is honored to bring your story to life. We love your charisma and your big heart!
ReplyDeleteThe podcast about Richard’s move into reclusion is super interesting for any of those interested.
ReplyDeletename of podcast?
Deleteit’s called “Missing Richard Simmons”. I listened on Spotify
DeleteTwo hours of Pauly Shore doing jumping Jack's. Can't wait. 🤣
ReplyDeleteWe love you Richard Simmons!
ReplyDeleteHe. Great. Actor
ReplyDeleteSad they would be required to get his permission or not make it!
ReplyDeleteCome on Richard!!!
ReplyDeleteRichard needs a say on his life
ReplyDelete“The Court Jester” Premiers this Saturday, January 20 at 6am, PT on The Lewis Brothers YouTube channel 😃👍
ReplyDeleteI remember my mom watching those videos in the 80s! Lol! I think that it is going to take Pauly Shore to play him, to match his energy!
Aaand, here we go again.
ReplyDeleteIs it legal to make this movie without his consent?
ReplyDeleteI think he is fine with the movie it's Pauly shore he isn't agreeing to.
DeleteNO IT IS NOT !!! 🤣🤣🤣
Deleteyes it is. Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Jobs, George Bush and dozens more have had biopics made about them without their permission or participation.
DeleteI was being Sarcastic !!! 🥴🥴🥴🥴🥴🥴
Deleteno it’s not
DeleteOf course it's legal.
DeleteThis movie better happen!!!!!
ReplyDeletelet me rephrase for DORRIE, I hope they LEGALLY make it. 👍🏻👍🏻 nah idc where way, NO ONE could play him BUT MY man PAULY so if it can’t happen with him, please don’t even ruin it and try!
DeletePauly sucks big time. NO ONE could play Richard. NO ONE!
DeleteWhen did we need blessings?
ReplyDeleteI can’t understand why he won’t give his blessing he hopes so many people what does he want to be forgotten?
ReplyDeletehe's been the subject of a podcast and tmz special that made a big deal about him not being in the spotlight anymore and inferred some crazy things . I'm sure he just wants his privacy
DeleteIt's because he's a fat piggy now and he's ashamed. He's afraid the movie will be a hit and he may have to show his face in public again. It's about shame.
DeleteI just want to know if he is going to wear a sweatband or no sweatband 🤔
ReplyDeleteWow!! Heartbreaking pair of photos.
ReplyDeleteThis should be good!!😂😂
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DeleteI dont see him portraiting the part well
ReplyDeleteWow! Heartbreaking pair of photos.
ReplyDeleteThat is terrible.they should respect his wishes not to make this.
ReplyDeletethis is gonna be a “must see” film
ReplyDeleteAnd this needs to be made why ???????
ReplyDeleteI think it is wrong to do this. He did good things for people. Encouraged many . God bless you Richard
ReplyDeleteI saw an interview with Pauly Shore and Richard Simmons is a family friend. He said he was NOT doing a biopic. That the discussions about it happening were NOT factual.
ReplyDeleteI think this is all PR for the movie. It’s getting a lot of attention already. I checked Pauly Shore’s IMDB a few days ago and there were no upcoming projects. Now there’s 2. You don’t need someone’s permission to make a movie about them. And I’m sure Richard Simmons is benefiting too.
ReplyDeleteGood Pauly shore is funny and can make it a good movie
ReplyDeleteLeave Richard alone.
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Wrong for him to do this without Simmons permission
ReplyDeleteI mean didn't he get his whole gimmick from Richard Simmons
ReplyDeleteSweatin to the oldies
ReplyDeleteI would love to see this.
ReplyDeleteDo we want a biopic...
ReplyDeleteI'd watch it 🤣
ReplyDeleteNot Simmons on right pauly shore
ReplyDeleteI thought they were the same person.
ReplyDeleteI think they’re the same dang person. Look at them. lol
ReplyDeletenot same person
DeletePauly Shore is still alive? Richard Simmons is still alive?
ReplyDeletehttps://giphy.com/gifs/reaction-zPiGpB8xSvBzG
ReplyDeleteHollywood writers write a brand new movie that’s not historical fiction or a biopic challenge.
ReplyDelete🤣🤣🤣🤣
ReplyDelete😂😂😂😂
DeleteRichard Simmons has said he does NOT want this movie made. He wants to be left in peace. Respect his wishes.
ReplyDeleteYou should respect his wishes. It’s bad karma if you don’t. And it still won’t make you relevant.
ReplyDeleteLeave the man alone
ReplyDeleteAre you sure 👀
ReplyDeleteOld Pauly Shore doesn't look up to it, I'm just saying Simmons was a health nut that bounced around like a chipmunk!
Then there’s Pauly Shore, looking like 💩 probably wasted of his chops in that photo.
Just why…?
He should be thankful dude has always been a franchise gym trainer 😂
ReplyDeletehow did Pauly Shore ever manage to have a career in the entertainment field ?
ReplyDeleteCan we have one were Richard Simmons plays Pauley?
ReplyDeleteBe like nike, be like the '80s,
ReplyDeleteJust do it!!
That sh*t bout to be g******yyyyyy 😆
ReplyDeleteWho does he think should play him
ReplyDeleteTom Cruz?
just wondering
Who the hell wants to see a movie about Richard Simmons. People exercising really. The man has been hibernating for years leave him alone. 😂
ReplyDeleteSomething is wrong with the Richard situation
ReplyDeleteIf Richard doesn't want the movie made that should be respected
ReplyDeleteespecially not while he’s alive.
Deletehe may have sold the rights to his life story at some point.
Delete😂😂🤣
ReplyDeletePauly Shore 😂😂🤣
ReplyDeleteWho is he ?. What did he do to warrant a movie made about him....
ReplyDeleteI recently said I wanted a Pauly Shore come back but not like this
ReplyDeletemade me spit out my drink lol
DeleteI love Pauley shore
ReplyDeleteLook just like him!
ReplyDeleteHow can a movie about him be made when we know Absofuckinglutly nothing about him! And why is not the guy who plays lip on shameless not playing him Hollywood gave up man!!!
ReplyDeleteMaybe after just winning a Golden Globe and Emmy, an unofficial Richard Simmons bio is a little below Jeremy Allen White lol.
DeleteMaybe lolol . but ya gotta admit he's definitely the better fit😂😂 unless jonah hill has nothing going on and is willing to slim down!! 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆
DeletePauly Shore is perfect casting. What are you on about?
DeleteAbsolutely not
Delete10000000%
DeleteI agree.
Delete…. I think it’s a little to late to do this film with Pauly Shore staring. 20 years ago yes but now? Looks like Pauly Shore could get a biopic of his own 🤭
ReplyDeleteThe resemblance is uncanny.
ReplyDeletesimilar stage presence, good pick
DeleteI. Watch. His. Show. All. Time.
ReplyDeleteNo 1 should be able to make a movie about anyone's life without permission. I hope you feel better soon. It would be nice to see you have another exercise program on TV that would be awesome for so many of us.
ReplyDeleteDepends on who own Richard Simmons. Just because he is himself doesn’t mean he owns the rights to Richard Simmons content.
ReplyDeleteTh as not very nice dad lmfao
ReplyDeleteProbably his dad
ReplyDeleteWhich years?
ReplyDeleteThatsonemovieimnotwatching
ReplyDeleteShore will make a mockery of Richard.
ReplyDeleteI don't know what the fuss is all about, Pauly Shore is known for being an excellent actor, and nothing he does is distasteful or low brow? I'm sure he'll bring sophistication, education and care to the project...
ReplyDeleteSimmons didn’t agree to it.. he prefers his privacy.
Deleteoh thank you, sometimes I don't pick up on things right away
DeleteI think something might be wrong with Pauly- I only noticed he had fb a few months ago when I first heard about this. Ever since he was told Simmons wanted to stay out of the public eye- his posts have been Simmons obsessed.
DeleteSo now seems like he found a loop hole without his blessing/help.
Richard, get over it, we're all getting older (those of us lucky enough to make it)
ReplyDeleteI don’t think he’s ever had anybody’s blessing during his career. How else do you explain Encino man?
ReplyDelete#encinoman #classic
DeleteI could care less about that story! Give Pauly Shore something better to do!!!
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ReplyDeleteIs that even legal?
ReplyDeleteSo what?
ReplyDeleteThen it should be respected
ReplyDeleteSimmons is reclusive now.
ReplyDeleteand... who is actually going to watch this anyway?
ReplyDeleteIv tried over and over again to like Pauly Shore but he's such a sore winner & loser, plus he's just not funny. He literally rode his own coat tails dry and wants everyone else's acknowledgment for being a mediocre comedian.
ReplyDeleteI wonder do this was a way to try to get Richard Simmons to come out of hiding.
ReplyDeleteweasin' the juice
ReplyDeleteagreed
ReplyDeleteWhich one is Pauley? 😆
ReplyDeletethe right side
DeleteYessss lol funny funny
ReplyDeleteI would be pretty upset if they cast Pauly Shore as me, too.
ReplyDeleteOooh, I cant wait to not watch it!!
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ReplyDelete😂
ReplyDeleteThey don't need his Permmission or his Blessing !!!! If he is really that worried they will get it wrong , he should consult !!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI’m glad to see Paulie is being considered for more acting roles
ReplyDeleteWouldn't be the first time Hollywood didn't get somebody's permission but did a bio-pic anyway 🙄
ReplyDeletehttps://giphy.com/gifs/tokkingheads-bUyzHspzSLUTDhB5zZ
ReplyDeleteThe resemblance is uncanny.
ReplyDeleteWait until after he’s dead. No permission needed then.
ReplyDeleteDoes Richard have a problem with Paulie? Come on buddy.....
ReplyDeleteStealing your likeness, budddddddy
ReplyDeleteWho buried Pauly Shore in the Pet Semetary?
ReplyDeleteNot much of a stretch
ReplyDeleteWhy do we need this movie
ReplyDeleteUh oh
ReplyDeletePaula Shore is due for a more mature role. Simmons was a great comic, but seriously.
ReplyDeleteThey look alike now that they both are older
ReplyDeleteWhere's his headband???
ReplyDeleteLeave him alone you don’t have permission I remember when my daughter and I used to workout with him. He is so caring. He just wants to live a private life.
ReplyDeleteHe has been harrassed his entire life. So sad.
DeleteIt's NOT happening, Pauly Shore has said so in several interviews.
Deletehe a Household name. How can you expect to live a private life after being that famous for so long?
Deletedig deeper he's being held captive
DeleteI still like to listen to Doo Wap music while I sweat. Thanks Mr Simmons.
DeleteSimmons permission ?
ReplyDeleteor permission from the person holding him captive ?
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ReplyDeleteMakes ya wonder if it's father and son
So Paula threw it out there and directors said hey good idea. Now it’s a movie?
ReplyDeleteCrazy how much Pauly shore looks like simmons.
ReplyDeleteWho cares Pauly will be great
ReplyDeleteSorry Pauly. Not cute enough to play Richard💓
ReplyDeleteOh hell. Don’t tell me the icon of wokeness is pissed off because someone ignored him!🙄🙄🙄🙄
ReplyDeleteNot gone watched it for sure
ReplyDeleteApproved by fans of mr.simmons moto gift of joy to working out polly hope he changes his mind
ReplyDeleteInspired thousands if not millions.
ReplyDeleteGo back into hiding then
ReplyDeleteDon't think Pauly Shore has acted in years??
ReplyDeleteI would love to see it, but if it was done without his blessing, then I will pass on it (out of respect for him). This man has decided to have a private life for whatever reason. All this will do is cause him so much unwanted attention. If they want to do this, then they should wait until he has passed on. Why not leave the man alone and let him live out the rest of his life in peace? Doing this to such a nice man is just terrible and cruel.
ReplyDeleteNo one cares about this kind of crap! #AmericaFirst not stinking personal worthless drama
ReplyDeleteThe irony is that if Pauly had actually played Richard Simmons at a illuminati party he probably would be playing a Marvel, DC or Fast n Furious villian instead of playing Richard Simmons on screen 🤔
ReplyDeleteMake it stop
ReplyDeleteDon't play with me
ReplyDeleteNot into queer movies, just not interesting
ReplyDeleteperfect choice ....two nauseating humanoids
ReplyDeleteBINGO!
DeleteWho cares, move on
ReplyDeleteNobody wants this
ReplyDeletehttps://media1.tenor.co/m/Cvw6ylI0MpQAAAAd/richard-simmons-shocked.gif?c=VjFfZmFjZWJvb2tfd2ViY29tbWVudHM&fbclid=IwAR1NNHDQVJMy7FANFR9qejHTTBKCF0Z1Vd2NmVp6MYvHQBB_UVbAS_9opBA
ReplyDeletePauly shore is that you
ReplyDeleteHi guys today is really good for me
ReplyDeleteI’m almost in tears last year wasn’t so solid for me I had lots of set backs now it’s a whole different story in my life as I met Levi through reviews on here can’t say much than thank you sir Jodge William Fx
Why wouldn’t he want to be a part of it and make some money
ReplyDeleteLet's pick the worst possible photo of Pauley lol
ReplyDeleteIT WASNT HIM!!! We still have NOT heard from Richard Simmons 😩😩😩
ReplyDeleteHonestly I think he's being really selfish if he never wanted ppl to know about his life he never should have become a celebrity to begin with
ReplyDeleteWho cares, a ton of these films are done like this.
ReplyDeleteBoo! Hollywood is such a pile of dogsht
ReplyDeleteBe glad they cast a white guy!
ReplyDeleteTwo people nobody could care less about. Gonna be the movie of the year.
ReplyDeletehe say no not with my pission he said
ReplyDeleteDo it and get sued by Richard Simmons, your call.
ReplyDeleteIs he Richard's clone? 👀 grown in a lab like the Disney kids?
ReplyDeleteWhy photoshop the headband out ?
ReplyDeleteHollywood! Please stop making real life movies with out people's permission. This is 2nd biopic in a row without permission! The first was a movie about a school teacher and a boy whom later they married. And now about Richard Simmons. PLEASE STOP! YOU HAVE NO RIGHTS to do that and destroy films you have made with out permission! Or be ready to hand over all assets including earning your studios and props and rights to respective people! Understand, hmm?! Or I will make movies about you producers writers and actors and directors in evil perspectives that you stole their lives with out permission and will submit a bill into law you cannot make biopics anymore. Take your pick, Hollywood!
ReplyDeleteGive me a break another stupid mindless worthless snowflake show.
ReplyDeletedon't see the movie...in essence the stole his life story and profitting from it...NO GOOD
ReplyDeleteCorn Nuts dude! Put 'em on a pedestal!
ReplyDeleteSimmons should be overwhelmed and ecstatic they want to make a movie of him. But as you all know ow,the evil left is always pushing mental illness as normal.
ReplyDeletePathetic. Imagine your only gimmick is that you somewhat look like richard simmons and your only option is to make a bs movie about him. Shame on the wease
ReplyDelete😭 Shame
ReplyDeleteNah...Sounds like a stinker!
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