Report: OJ Simpsons Dies of Cancer at 76 Years Old

OJ Simpson, one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, died yesterday at 76 years old after a battle with cancer, according to a statement by his family. On X, formerly known as Twitter, Simpson’s account carried a simple message from his family. “On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. 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 statement said. On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. 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 (@TheRealOJ32) April 11, 2024 & Simpson, whose professional success as a football player and actor, saw his life take a turn for the worse in 1994 after his trial and controversial acquittal after being accused of the murders of his former wife Nicole Brown and her friend Ron Goldman in 1994. He played his college football at the University of Southern California in the late 1960s before...