Who was OJ Simpon?

OJ Simpson dies aged 76. Orenthal James Simpson was an American football player and actor. Moreover, he was born on July 9, 1947. OJ Simpson was born in San Francisco, California, U.S.A. Furthermore, he died on April 10, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.A. He was 76 years old when he died. Furthermore, Simpson was 6 ft 1 inches (1.85 m). Additionally, he was about 212 lbs (96kg). He was an American professional football player in the position of running back. His success in football led to his acting career as well. However, in 1994, Simpson was charged with the murder of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her best friend, Ronald Goldman. He was acquitted in 1995, however, his reputation never recovered after this.

OJ Simpson Education

OJ Simpson played football in high school. Furthermore, he attended San Francisco City College from 1965-1966. in 1967-1968, he was named All-American in two Bowl games and also won the Heisman Trophy. Moreover, he was a member of the 440-yard relay team at the University of Southern California.

OJ Simpson Football Career

OJ Simpson was the number one draft choice for the American Football League in 1969. Moreover, the following year, the American Football League was merged with the National Football League. Furthermore, he was part of the Buffalo Bills team. In 1973, Simpson set the record for rushing 2,003 yards. in 1985, he was included in the Football Hall of Fame.

Simpson’s Trial and Acquittal

On June 2, 1994, OJ Simpson’s ex-wife and her friend were stabbed outside of her home in Los Angeles. This would be the downfall of Simpson. Moreover, he became the police’s prime suspect. Furthermore, by June 17, he was involved in a low- pursuit by police. This was televised as well and was seen by over 95 million viewers. The police eventually caught up with him at his home and charged him with the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman.

This trial was nationally televised and watched by everyone. The trial showed the racism on the part of the Los Angeles police department as they mishandled and misplanted evidence against OJ Simpson. On October 3, 1995, Simpson was acquitted of the murder charges. However, 3 years later, in a civil lawsuit, he had to pay the victim’s families $33.5 million.

Check out the famous glove scene from OJ Simpson’s acquitted trial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZqok0qjlBk

OJ Simpson dies aged 76: OJ Simpson’s Final Years

In 2023, OJ Simpson was diagnosed with Cancer. Moreover, OJ Simpson was hopeful that he would beat the cancer. In February 2024, it was reported that he was undergoing chemo for prostate cancer. He died on April 10, 2024. Today it was all over the news: OJ Simpson dies aged 76.

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