Renowned fitness trainer, Eric Fleishman has left for the heavenly abode. As per a report by TMZ, the celebrity trainer passed at the age of 53 on the occasion of Thanksgiving.
It has been reported by the media outlet that Fleishman died at his house in Glendale, California.
The heartbreaking news of his death was confirmed via an Instagram post on his official account with a series of pictures of the coach. His wife Alysia Kanemoto was also tagged on the post.
“We are heartbroken to share that Eric Phillip Fleishman passed away unexpectedly on the morning of November 24, 2022. His wife Alysia, son, parents, and close friends/family are deeply saddened by this event,” the family statement read on Instagram.
The statement noted that details of Fleishman’s upcoming memorial service are forthcoming, adding, “This loss is devastating, and we appreciate your thoughts and prayers.”
In addition to his training career, according to his website, Fleishman owned a fitness consulting business and was also a contributor and advisory board member to Muscle and Fitness magazine.
More details of this breaking news from TMZ:
Eric Fleishman, AKA “Eric The Trainer,” famed celebrity trainer, unexpectedly died at the age of 53 on Thanksgiving, TMZ Sports has confirmed.
Fleishman passed Thursday morning at his home in Glendale, CA.
Eric served as a personal trainer to many big stars in TV, movies and the music industry, working with everyone from Def Leppard, Journey, Fall Out Boy, and Nickelback to Kirstie Alley, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Ethan Suplee and Jason Priestley, amongst many others.
Many of his celeb clients also counted Eric as a friend.
But, Fleishman didn’t only work with the famous and wealthy … he also trained the people who keep Los Angeles safe. Law enforcement.
Eric, over his 3+ decade career in fitness, also worked with LAPD, L.A. Sheriff’s Academy, California Highway Patrol and numerous SWAT teams across the county.
Fleishman originally got into the business after being inspired by fitness and health pioneer, Jack Lalanne.
Sources: TheGatewayPundit, TMZ
