OJ Simpson dead from cancer at 76

“On April 10, our family regrets to report the passing of our father, Orenthal James Simpson, after a courageous battle with cancer. He passed away surrounded by his children and grandchildren. During this time of mourning, we respectfully ask for privacy and compassion,” he said. the family in a statement.

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Orenthal James Simpson, born in San Francisco on July 9, 1947, began his outstanding sports career from an early age. Originally from California, he stood out by earning an athletic scholarship with the Southern California Trojans.

After a successful time through the university divisions, Simpson reached the elite of American football by joining the National Football League (NFL) in 1969, being selected in the draft by the Buffalo Bills.

At the time, Simpson set what was then a record for the most lucrative contract in the history of professional sports. During his NFL career, which spanned from 1969 to 1979, Simpson achieved numerous milestones, including surpassing 1,000 yards in a season for the first time in 1972 as a running back.

Standing out as the league’s Most Valuable Player in 1973 and leading scorer in 1975, Simpson left an indelible legacy in the world of American football. Recently, the NFL recognized him as the 40th player among the 100 greatest players in league history.

In addition to his sporting success, Simpson ventured into acting, participating in several productions throughout his career.

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