Following a protracted fight with cancer, OJ Simpson passed away on Wednesday at the age of 76, as his family revealed in a statement.
Prostate cancer claimed the life of legendary NFL running back O.J. Simpson, 76, following a protracted fight, as his family revealed in a statement on Thursday. Simpson passed away on Wednesday, surrounded by his kids and grandkids.
“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, passed away from his battle with cancer,” the message said. His children and grandkids had gathered around him. His family is requesting that you honor their requests for discretion and dignity at this time of change.
Prior to entering the NFL, Simpson established himself as one of the best college football players. He spent more than ten years playing for the Buffalo Bills and the San Francisco 49ers before retiring in 1979 as a five-time first-team All-Pro and one-time league MVP. In addition, he made NFL history by being the first player to rush for over 2,000 yards in a season.
Despite having a successful football career, the 1969 NFL Draft’s first overall choice had a turbulent life after being imprisoned in 1994 on suspicion of killing his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her friend Ron Goldman. The 1995 trial of the former NFL player was nicknamed the “trial of the century” by American media. Prosecutors attempted to make the case that Simpson killed his ex-wife and her friend out of jealousy, but the jury found the former star not guilty. Simpson had to pay $33.5 million in damages to the families of the victims after being found civilly liable for the killings.
After being convicted of armed robbery thirteen years later in 2008, Simpson was given a 33-year jail term. He was only granted parole in 2017 after completing a minimum of nine years in prison. O.J. was found guilty on 12 charges of armed robbery and kidnapping two dealers of sports memorabilia at a Las Vegas hotel at gunpoint. During his sentencing, Simpson stated, “I didn’t want to hurt anybody.” “I was unaware that my actions were improper.
Following his release, Simpson lived in a gated enclave in Las Vegas. He loved to play golf and discuss a variety of subjects on social media, such as politics and sports. Simpson was worth $3 million at the time of his death, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
In February, Simpson responded to rumors that he was in a hospice. “Hey X world, hospice?” he posted on social media. Hospice? Do you mean hospice care? No, I do not reside in a hospice. I have no idea who posted that. It’s almost as if Donald [Trump] is saying, “You can’t trust the media.”
Whatever the case, I’m in Las Vegas for the Super Bowl and will be entertaining a ton of pals. You know, all is well. Have a safe and enjoyable Super Bowl weekend, then.
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