OJ Simpson, ex-NFL star who was acquitted of murder, dies aged 76

O.J. Simpson, one of the most infamous high-profile Americans of all time has died after a cancer battle.

The former NFL great, who stood trial for the double-murder of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman, in the ’90s, only to be acquitted, passed away Wednesday in Las Vegas, this according to 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.

Simpson was not found guilty of the deaths of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ronald Goldman in a case that captivated the United States and the world and heralded a blending of celebrity and crime that has become a staple of media ever since.

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