Summary
- O.J. Simpson kept his battle with cancer private, surprising many given his past hints about struggling health.
- His family confirmed his passing at 76 due to prostate cancer surrounded by loved ones.
- The statement from his family asked for privacy and grace during this difficult time.
In recent years, O.J. Simpson has said very little. Last year, he took on his final podcast interview with Full Send, and admitted that he hadn't in a very long time.
Fast-forward to February of 2024, and rumors started to swirl about O.J. Simpsons' health, and weight loss. Simpson was battling prostate cancer, and lost his battle. His family took to social media, asking for privacy at this time. Simpson was surrounded by his closest loved ones at the time of his death.
O.J. Simpson Passed Away At 76, Battling Prostate Cancer
The news appears to be very sudden given that OJ Simpson kept his health condition very quiet in the recent months. In February, there was a hint that Simpson was battling against cancer. His family confirmed his passing today on X. Simpson was surrounded by friends and family at the time of his death.
The statement reads, "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 Simpson Family."
Comments on the post were turned off. According to TMZ, Simpson had dropped hints in the past about his struggling health.
"O.J. actually touched on a cancer diagnosis in 2023 in a video he posted on X -- when he said he'd "caught" some form of cancer, but suggested he'd beaten it. In any case, the cancer came back and claimed his life about a year later," TMZ reported.
OJ Simpson left five children behind; Sydney Brooke Simpson, Jason Simpson, Justin Ryan Simpson, Arnelle Simpson, and Aaren Simpson. His net worth was said to be at $3 million.
