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O.J. Simpson‘s official cause of death has been revealed. In their initial announcement, the late 76-year-old’s kids confirmed that he had “succumbed” to a type of most cancers however didn’t disclose what variety.
According to Simpson’s dying certificates that was obtained by TMZ on Friday, April 26, Simpson died from prostate most cancers. The ex-football star’s property executor and legal professional, Malcolm LaVergne, knowledgeable the outlet he obtained the certificates, confirming the reason for dying.
Earlier this month, Simpson’s household introduced by way of social media that he had died.
“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer,” the assertion learn. “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.”
In the months main as much as his dying, Simpson’s well being was deteriorating. However, he maintained that he was in good standing. In February, the previous athlete advised social media followers he was planning to get pleasure from watching the Super Bowl and took the time to disclaim rumors that he was in hospice care.
“Hospice? You talking about hospice? No, I’m not in any hospice,” Simpson claimed in a video he shared to X that month. “I don’t know who put that out there. But whoever put that out there — I guess it’s like the Donald say(s): can’t trust the media! … In any event, I’m hosting a ton of friends for the Super Bowl here in Las Vegas. All is well. So. hey, guys. Take care, have a good Super Bowl weekend.”
In an earlier social media clip, Simpson promised his followers that his “health [was] good.”
“Thank you to all the people who reached out to me. My health is good,” Simpson acknowledged within the separate clip, in line with a number of retailers. “Obviously, I’m dealing with some issues, but I think I’m just about over it, and I’ll be back on that golf course hopefully in a couple of weeks.”
Following the information of his dying, Simpson’s property and wealth made headlines. Although he was acquitted for the double homicide of his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her buddy Ron Goldman in 1995, he was later discovered chargeable for each of their deaths in 1997. At the time, he was ordered to pay the households $33.5 million, which reportedly accrued curiosity over time.