Miguel Angel Aguilar, Southern California Fitness influencer and founder of Self Made Training dies 3 months after being shot in the head in failed robbery. Three out of four suspects arrested.
A Southern California fitness influencer and gym-chain owner who was shot in the head during a robbery attempt has died three months after the episode.
Miguel Angel Aguilar, 43, who was the founder and CEO of Self Made Training, in Los Angeles passed away Saturday. Aguilar was hospitalized in a critical condition following the robbery attempt on Sept. 13, KTLA reported.
‘After a courageous three-month battle following the tragic incident that took place on September 13th, 2024, Miguel peacefully passed away on December 21st, 2024 surrounded by his loved ones,’ read a post shared on Aguilar’s Self Made Family Instagram account.
Added the post. ‘Miguel was more than just a leader; he was a visionary, an inspiration, a mentor, a father, a husband, family, and a dear friend to many. His unwavering dedication to Self Made Training Facility, his passion for the fitness industry and entrepreneurial spirit have left an enduring legacy.’
The post added that Aguilar ‘revolutionized personal training and inspired countless individuals to pursue their fitness and entrepreneurial goals’ through his social media platforms.
‘As we mourn the loss of our dear friend and leader, we also celebrate his extraordinary life and the positive impact he had on so many. Miguel’s spirit will live on through Self Made Training Facility,’ the post went on.
According to the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), the fitness influencer and his wife, celebrity hair stylist Priscilla Valles, were confronted by four armed men in the driveway of their Bel-Air home on the morning of Sept. 13.
The armed intruders ultimately struck Aguilar multiple times, including once in the face, before fleeing, TMZ reported. At the time, police did not identify Aguilar by name.
Since then, three men have been charged with murder and attempted robbery and assault with a firearm in the case, Eyewitness News reported.
The identities of the suspects to date have not been released. The whereabouts of the fourth suspect remained unclear.
Aguilar’s Self Made Family account, which has more than 52,000 followers on Instagram, provides advice on fitness as well as entrepreneurship.
Self Made Training, headquartered in Temecula, has more than two dozen gym locations in California, Arizona, Nevada, Florida and Texas, according to its website.
Aguilar is survived by his wife and his two daughters.
