Ex-football star o.J. Simpson died: Death at the age of 76

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The former football star o.J. Simpson, who was acquitted from suspicion of murder three decades ago in a top -class legal proceedings, died of cancer at the age of 76. Symptom died surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Since his birth on July 9, 1947 in San Francisco, Simpson showed his sporting talent early on and achieved records at the University of Southern California. His professional career led him to the NFL, where he successfully played for the San Francisco 49ers and the Buffalo Bills.

apart from the field, Simpson became a well -known face in films, television series and as a sports commentator. However, the year 1994 shook its image when he was arrested at the end of a live chase. The blood-blurred corpses of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman triggered a public scandal. Despite a sensational process in 1995, which ended in a surprising acquittal, Simpson was later held responsible for their death in a civil proceedings and sentenced to a compensation.

From another incident, a conviction for 33 years in prison resulted in nevada due to armed robbery and assault in 2008. It was only in 2017 that Simpson used to come out of prison and since then lived in Las Vegas away from the public. Simpson leaves two marriages and a total of five children. His death marks the end of a turbulent life, which was characterized by both sporting successes as well as tragic events and legal disputes.