O.J. Simpson, former NFL running back best remembered for the trial and acquittal for the murders of Nicole Brown and Ron Goldman, has died. He was 76 years old.
The news was first announced on X (formerly Twitter) by O.J.’s children. They released a statement announcing his passing after a battle with cancer.
“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer,” the statement read. “He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.”
On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer.
— O.J. Simpson (@TheRealOJ32) April 11, 2024
He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.
During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.
-The Simpson Family
O.J. Simpson Dead at 76
O.J. Simpson first rose to fame due to his play on the football field. He starred in the NFL with both the Buffalo Bills and the San Francisco 49ers. His success even saw him earn a spot in the NFL Hall of Fame.
In 1994, O.J.’s life would take a dark turn. He was accused of murdering his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, as well as her friend, Ron Goldman. The highly publicized trial that followed, dubbed the “Trial of the Century,” was one of the biggest moments of the 1990s. It ended with Simpson’s acquittal, although he was later found liable for both deaths in a civil lawsuit.
In 2007, Simpson was charged with armed robbery and kidnapping. He served a prison sentence as a result. His life was heavily documented in various documentaries and TV shows, making him a pop culture figure for various generations.