O.J. Simpson passed away on April 10 surrounded by family, according to a statement released by his family. However, Simpson’s longtime lawyer, Malcolm LaVergne, revealed that the 76-year-old was actually only visited by a close family member at the time of his death, leaving him essentially alone. Simpson left behind two daughters and two sons, all in their 30s and 50s, as well as a daughter who tragically died at a young age. The youngest two children, Sydney and Justin, were from his marriage to Nicole Brown Simpson, for whose murder he was famously acquitted in 1994.
Despite the public image of Simpson being tainted by the murder trial, LaVergne emphasized that his children simply lost their father. The attorney revealed that Simpson had been cremated at a Las Vegas mortuary, with others present, following his passing. LaVergne shared that he had spent quality time with Simpson just weeks before his death, describing him as awake, alert, and relaxed. Rumors of Simpson’s declining health had begun in February, with reports of his treatment for prostate cancer. Simpson had addressed these rumors in a video, laughing at the notion that he was in hospice care.
Prior to his passing, Simpson had posted a video denying rumors of his poor health and had made a prediction about the outcome of the Super Bowl, which turned out to be inaccurate. LaVergne declined to identify who was present when Simpson died, only mentioning that a close family member was there. The former football star’s death comes after a tumultuous life, including a highly publicized murder trial that impacted his family and reputation. Despite his controversial past, LaVergne focused on the personal loss felt by Simpson’s children, highlighting the complexity of their relationship with their father.
Simpson’s children are left to grapple with the loss of their father, who played a complex role in their lives due to his public persona and legal troubles. In his final days, Simpson was surrounded by a close family member at his bedside, according to his lawyer. LaVergne reflected on the mixed emotions surrounding Simpson’s passing, noting the impact of his trial on the family’s perception of him. Simpson’s cremation and the presence of others at the mortuary remain a private matter, with LaVergne choosing not to disclose specific details about those present. Despite the controversies surrounding him, Simpson’s children are left to mourn the loss of their father.
