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| O.J. Simpson passes away at age 76 following a fight with cancer. (Courtesy: from The News International, Credit: by WebDesk, Dated: 12 April 2024) |
O.J. Simpson passes away at age 76 following a fight with cancer.
Written by Muhammad Nadeem Khan
O.J. Simpson Passes Away at 76 After Battle with Prostate Cancer
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O.J. Simpson, the former NFL star and controversial figure known for his high-profile legal trials, has passed away at the age of 76 after battling prostate cancer.
Simpson's death occurred on Wednesday at his home in Las Vegas, where he was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.
In a statement released via X on Thursday, the Simpson family confirmed the news, saying, "On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren." The family also requested privacy and grace during this time of mourning.
Simpson leaves behind five children, named Arnelle, Jason, Aaren, Sydney, and Justin, from two marriages.
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
The news of Simpson's battle with prostate cancer first surfaced in February, with reports indicating that he was undergoing treatment.
Addressing rumors of being in hospice care, Simpson refuted them in a statement on X, saying, "Hospice? Hospice? You’re talking about hospice? I don’t know who put that out there." He assured his well-being, mentioning that he was hosting friends for the Super Bowl at the time.
Simpson's life was marked by both athletic success and legal controversies. In 1995, he was famously acquitted of murder charges in the trial related to the deaths of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman. However, he was later found liable for their deaths in a civil suit.
In 2008, Simpson was convicted of kidnapping and armed robbery and sentenced to serve nine to 33 years in prison.
He was granted parole in 2021 after serving the minimum sentence.
Simpson's passing marks the end of a life that had significant impacts both on and off the football field, leaving behind a complex legacy that will continue to be debated and discussed for years to come.
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