Former NFL MVP and Heisman Award winner O.J. Simpson died on April 11 after a long-standing battle with cancer. He was 76 years old. Following his passing, Simpson’s family released a statement through his account on X, formerly known as Twitter.
“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren,” his family said in a statement. “During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace.”
O.J. Simpson’s Lawyer Refutes Family’s Claim
But despite the announcement from Simpson’s family claiming that he was with his children and grandchildren during his transition, a new report says that only one person was present.
“OJ Simpson died with only one person by his side despite claims he had been surrounded by “children and grandchildren” in his final moments, the disgraced NFL star’s attorney said,” the New York Post wrote.
“Longtime Simpson lawyer Malcolm LaVergne told the Associated Press that an April 11 post on X from Simpson’s family that said he died surrounded by family was inaccurate. Instead, Simpson had with him only one person — a “close family member” whom LaVergne refused to identify.”
TV Host Goes Scorched Earth on Caitlyn Jenner
With O.J. Simpson being one of the most controversial celebrities ever, there were mixed reactions about his death. Caitlyn Jenner did not mince words with her reaction to Simpson’s death.
“Good Riddance,” she said.
Even in his post-playing career, “Juice” remained relevant. Following his release from prison in 2017, he became one of the most popular tweeters. He would often weigh in on the latest current events. Or talk about his fantasy football team. It landed him a spot on Cam’Ron and Mase’s It is What It Is talk show.
After catching wind of Jenner’s comments, Cam’Ron did not hold back.
“I seen Caitlyn Jenner write some s**t — ‘Good riddance’’ Caitlyn Jenner, you killed n****s in Calabasas [while] talking ’bout paparazzi was chasing you,” he said.
The rapper-turned-talk show host was referring to Jenner’s involvement in a 2015 car accident that left one person dead.