OJ Simpson: His life in the spotlight
Notorious ex-NFL star OJ Simpson died Thursday after a lifetime of captivating the nation both for his tremendous accomplishments in the world of sport, and his double murder trial for the deaths of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and waiter Ron Goldman.
Simpson’s murder trial became a cultural touchstone that gripped the nation — 95 million viewers tuned in to watch his infamous white Bronco police chase — and his ultimate acquittal polarized the country along racial lines.
Stay updated with the latest coverage of OJ Simpson’s death
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- OJ Simpson lawyer reverses decision on suit payout to families of Nicole Brown, Ron Goldman: report
- OJ Simpson to be cremated, brain won’t be donated for CTE research, lawyer says
After his acquittal, OJ continued to arouse the interest of millions with the publication of his quasi-confessional book “If I Did It,” along with his 2007 arrest for armed robbery and other exploits.
Here we see some of the many highs and lows from Simpson’s life in the spotlight.