Richard Simmons' family hits back after longtime housekeeper files to be reinstated as co-trustee of estate

Richard Simmons' family has expressed strong disapproval of Teresa Reveles, his longtime housekeeper, for filing a petition to be reinstated as co-trustee of his estate. Reveles, who worked for Simmons for 36 years, claims she was pressured into signing documents that removed her as co-trustee shortly after Simmons passed away. The family, however, has described her actions as motivated by "greed" and believes Simmons would be "heartbroken" by her alleged betrayal of their decades-long friendship.

The family’s spokesperson emphasized that Simmons took great care of Reveles and ensured she was provided for in his will, even though she chose to decline her role as co-trustee. They accuse her of acting against the best interests of the estate and tarnishing Simmons' legacy. Furthermore, they claim Reveles is staying in Simmons’ house despite owning her own residence and has attempted to charge the estate for her living expenses. They also noted concerns over a documentary Reveles allegedly pitched to Netflix, which the family believes could harm Simmons’ legacy.

In her petition, Reveles argues that Simmons’ brother and sister-in-law pressured her into signing away her role as co-trustee while she was emotionally distraught following Simmons' death. She claims she feared losing her inheritance if she did not comply. The family maintains these allegations are false and views her legal actions as a waste of the estate's assets. They are confident the court will reject Reveles' petition once the full facts are presented.

For more information see Lauryn Overhultz "Richard Simmons' family hits back after longtime housekeeper files to be reinstated as co-trustee of estate" Fox News, September 26, 2024.