Current location:politics >>
What kind of cancer did O.J. Simpson die from?
politics971People have gathered around
IntroductionCBS News Los Angeles Live ...
O.J. Simpson died after battling prostate cancer at the age of 76.
The former USC and NFL player who was famously acquitted for the murders of his ex-wife and her friend in the downtown Los Angeles "Trial of the Century" passed away on April 11, 2024, in hospice care, according to his family.
RELATED: LA reacts to O.J. Simpson's death where infamous murder trial happened
"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 posted on social media.
In a video posted on February 9, Simpson denied reports that he was in hospice care, and said he was preparing to host "a ton of friends" for a Super Bowl party in Las Vegas.
"No, I am not in any hospice. I don't know who put that out there," he said in the video. "All is well."
O.J. Simpson was a Hall of Fame football player and Heisman Trophy winner when he played at USC. He transitioned to sportscasting and acting after his football career, including appearances in films such as "The Towering Inferno" and the comedic "Naked Gun" movie series.
RELATED: O.J. Simpson, acquitted murder defendant and football star, dies at age 76
Simpson also starred in a series of memorable commercials for Hertz, showing him sprinting through airports and dodging other passengers and luggage like football linebackers.
Simpson became a cultural icon following the killings of his ex-wife and her friend in 1994 and his ultimate acquittal of murder charges following one of the most high-profile court cases in history.
RELATED: O.J. Simpson's death may improve chances of victim's families collecting huge judgement
Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman were found stabbed to death on June 12, 1994, outside of Brown Simpson's home in Brentwood.
Days later, Simpson was identified by police as a suspect in the killings and led police on a chase in a white Bronco through Southern California. An estimated 95 million Americans watched the chase on television though Los Angeles that lasted for two hours.
Simpson eventually surrendered to police and was placed on trial for the murders. Overseen by Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Lance Ito, the trial became a national spectacle, with gavel-to-gavel live television coverage and the often-theatric antics of Simpson's "Dream Team" of attorneys.
More from CBS News
LA reacts to O.J. Simpson's death where infamous murder trial happenedTags:
Reprint:Friends are welcome to share on the Internet, but please indicate the source of the article when reprinting it.“Universal Unfoldings news portal”。http://malta.downmusic.org/news-37c599962.html
Related articles
Seven sneaky clauses in estate agent contracts that can cost you dear
politicsWhen it comes to picking an estate agent, for most people their mind is made up long before the cont ...
【politics】
Read moreUS decries Nauru's 'unfortunate' ditching of Taiwan, warns on China's promises
politicsBy Ben Blanchard A US official who handles unofficial ties with Taiwan says it is "unfortunate" that ...
【politics】
Read moreEDITORIAL: Japan makes security policy switch without public discourse
politicsUnder its post-World War II pacifist Constitution, Japan has strictly refrained from arms exports fo ...
【politics】
Read more
Popular articles
- Rishi Sunak to apologise for worst treatment disaster in NHS history
- Two charged with murder in shooting at Super Bowl rally in Kansas City
- Japan unexpectedly slips into a recession
- Government rejects Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown's demands over rates, GST
- Hall of Fame outfielder Ken Griffey Jr. to lead Indianapolis 500 field in Corvette pace car
- With House speaker at his side, Trump suggests Ukraine aid should be loan
Latest articles
Flight attendant reveals why plane passengers should NEVER fall asleep before take off
Te Kuiti woman Brownyn Rutter sentenced to home detention after fleecing sister of $1.6m
Woman charged with murder after man found dead in Hamilton
Government rejects Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown's demands over rates, GST
A warrant for Netanyahu’s arrest was requested. But no decision was made about whether to issue it
Wellington's Reading Cinemas deal debate to go public
LINKS
- Cambodia commemorates 2 Chinese martyrs killed in peacekeeping mission 31 years ago
- Israeli officials concerned about possible ICC arrest warrants as pressure mounts over war in Gaza
- China mulls law on customs duties
- Indonesian and Singaporean leaders hold annual talks, joined this year by their successors
- Spice Girls star Mel B signs 'six
- Dame Joan Collins looks glamorous in a black satin dress with semi
- Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Leach 'takes swipe at ex
- Mike Trout is healthy and producing. That hasn't been enough for the Shohei Ohtani
- Chinese Embassy in Britain celebrates UN Chinese Language Day to promote cultural exchanges
- China, US make preparations to send a pair of giant pandas to San Francisco Zoo in 2025