Simpson's attorney also confirmed his death to TMZ. Simpson had reportedly been battling prostate cancer in recent years and had been in hospice care within the past few months.
Simpson's life was marked by both triumph and tragedy. Before the murder trial, he was a beloved all-American hero, winning the Heisman Trophy at USC and becoming a Buffalo Bills legend in the NFL. He also had a successful acting career in Hollywood and was a pitchman for Hertz.
However, his life took a dramatic turn when he was accused of the murders in 1994. The trial, dubbed the Trial of the Century, captivated the nation. Simpson was acquitted of the murder charges, but he was later found liable for the deaths in a civil suit and ordered to pay millions in damages to the victims' families.
After the trial, Simpson faced legal troubles, including a 2007 incident in which he was accused of breaking into a Las Vegas hotel room to recover sports memorabilia. He was convicted on all charges and served time in prison until his release on parole in 2017.
Despite his legal troubles, Simpson remained active on social media, often sharing his opinions on sports, politics, and other topics. He was 76 years old.
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Source: TMZ
