O.J. Simpson was an American actor and former football running back who is best known for his roles in “The Naked Gun” series, “Capricorn One,” and “The Towering Inferno.” He gained fame not only for his sports achievements but also for his work in entertainment.
Personal and Family Life
O.J. Simpson was born on July 9, 1947, in San Francisco, California. He was married twice: first to Marguerite Whitley from 1967 to 1979, and then to Nicole Brown Simpson from 1985 until their divorce in 1992. He had a total of five children from these marriages, including Arnelle, Aaren, Sydney, Justin, and Jason Simpson.
Career
O.J. attended the University of Southern California, where he played football and won the Heisman Trophy in 1968. He had a successful NFL career, mainly with the Buffalo Bills, and made history in 1973 by being the first player to rush over 2,000 yards in a season. After retiring, he transitioned into acting and broadcasting, appearing in various films and TV shows.
Death and Legacy
O.J. Simpson passed away on April 10, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada, due to metastatic prostate cancer. He remains a polarizing figure in both sports and popular culture, known for his achievements as well as his controversial personal life.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Killing Affair | 1977-09-21 | Woodrow York |
| The Towering Inferno | 1974-12-14 | Jernigan |
| Capricorn One | 1977-12-10 | Cmdr. John Walker |
| The Naked Gun: From the Files of Police Squad! | 1988-12-02 | Det. Nordberg |
| Naked Gun 33⅓: The Final Insult | 1994-03-18 | Nordberg |
| O.J.: Made in America | 2016-05-20 | Self (archive footage) |
| Juiced with O.J. Simpson | 2006-05-10 | Himself |
| Saturday Night Live | 1975-10-11 | Self – Host |
| No Place To Hide | 1992-11-06 | Allie Wheeler |
| Roots | 1977-01-23 | Kadi Touray |