OJ Simpson
Orenthal James 'OJ' Simpson is a former American football player, actor, and broadcaster who gained worldwide notoriety in the 1990s during a highly publicized murder trial. After his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman were found murdered in 1994, Simpson became a key suspect. His subsequent slow-speed car chase in a white Bronco and trial captivated the nation, resulting in a not guilty verdict in 1995. The case raised significant discussions about race, celebrity, and the criminal justice system in America.
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OJ Simpson nearly donated his brain to Boston University but ultimately backed away from his comments about CTE.
Brain injuries and legal battles: the NFL’s persistent problem with CTE | NFL
United Kingdom· 2025-07-29
OJ Simpson was involved in a widely televised double murder trial in the 1990s.
Karen Read jury deliberates as other famous cases took hours to days
United States· 2025-06-17
OJ Simpson is mentioned in relation to Glen Rogers, who was bizarrely tied to him during the investigation.
'Casanova Killer' Has Message For Donald Trump Seconds Before ExecutionUnited States· 2025-05-17
Simpson's mugshot was altered to make him appear more threatening during his murder trial.
‘It never happened – but the picture says it did’: 28 fake images that fooled the world | PhotographyUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-12
OJ Simpson was acquitted of murder charges in the 1990s, which Karen Read referenced in her comments about her own legal battles.
Karen Read says she would've 'cheered' OJ Simpson acquittal if it happened nowUnited States· 2025-04-12
