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    O.J. Simpson Dies of Cancer at 76, Family Says

    • Simpson was reported to have cancer earlier this year.
    • The former NFL running back was found not guilty in a 1995 murder trial and was a major American cultural figure for decades.
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    Apr 11, 2024 | 10:54 am
    UPDATED Apr 11, 2024 | 04:45 pm
    VJ Lovero-USA TODAY Sports

    O.J. Simpson, the former NFL running back whose 1995 murder trial captivated the country, died Wednesday, his family announced on X.

    The post from the family Thursday morning said that Simpson “succumbed to his battle with cancer” and at the time “was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.” 

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