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O.J. Simpson‘s official explanation for dying has been revealed. Of their preliminary announcement, the late 76-year-old’s kids confirmed that he had “succumbed” to a type of most cancers however didn’t disclose what sort.
In accordance with 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 through social media that he had died.
“On April tenth, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with most cancers,” the assertion learn. “He was surrounded by his kids and grandchildren. Throughout this time of transition, his household asks that you just please respect their needs for privateness and style.”
Within the months main as much as his dying, Simpson’s well being was deteriorating. Nevertheless, he maintained that he was in good standing. In February, the previous athlete instructed social media followers he was planning to get pleasure from watching the Tremendous Bowl and took the time to disclaim rumors that he was in hospice care.
“Hospice? You speaking 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 on the market. However whoever put that on the market — I suppose it’s just like the Donald say(s): can’t belief the media! … In any occasion, I’m internet hosting a ton of associates for the Tremendous Bowl right here in Las Vegas. All is properly. So. hey, guys. Take care, have a very good Tremendous Bowl weekend.”
In an earlier social media clip, Simpson promised his followers that his “well being [was] good.”
“Thanks to all of the individuals who reached out to me. My well being is sweet,” Simpson acknowledged within the separate clip, in accordance with a number of shops. “Clearly, I’m coping with some points, however I believe I’m nearly over it, and I’ll be again on that golf course hopefully in a few weeks.”
Following the information of his dying, Simpson’s property and wealth made headlines. Though he was acquitted for the double homicide of his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her buddy Ron Goldman in 1995, he was later discovered accountable for each of their deaths in 1997. On the time, he was ordered to pay the households $33.5 million, which reportedly accrued curiosity through the years.