On April 10, 2024, O. J. Simpson passed away at the age of 76. He was born on July 9, 1947, in San Francisco, California, to parents Jimmy and Eunice Simpson. Simpson was a renowned football player, achieving great success at both the collegiate and professional levels. He played for the University of Southern California and was later drafted to the National Football League, where he played for the Buffalo Bills and San Francisco 49ers. He was an accomplished rusher and receiver, earning numerous accolades and recognitions throughout his career. However, Simpson's reputation and legacy were overshadowed by a highly publicized criminal trial in 1995. He was charged with the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman. The trial gained widespread media attention and sparked intense debates and discussions regarding race, fame, and the American justice system. Despite being acquitted of the criminal charges, Simpson was found liable for the wrongful deaths of Brown Simpson and Goldman in a civil lawsuit. This effectively ended his successful football career and tarnished his public image. In his later years, Simpson continued to maintain a low profile and largely stayed out of the public eye. He was also occasionally met with controversy, such as his involvement in an armed robbery case in 2007, for which he was convicted. Simpson's passing leaves behind a complicated legacy. While he was undoubtedly a talented athlete and achieved many milestones in his career, his notoriety and legal troubles have left a lasting impact on both the sports world and society at large. He is survived by his children, Arnelle, Jason, Aaren, and Justin Simpson, as well as his two grandchildren. May he rest in peace.