OJ Simpson's funeral plans revealed as his children prepare to bid ex-NFL star farewell amid dispute over estate

OJ Simpson's family confirmed his demise on Wednesday, sparking discussions about funeral arrangements and the division of his sizable fortune
PUBLISHED APR 13, 2024
 OJ Simpson's children plan funeral to celebrate his life (Getty Images)
OJ Simpson's children plan funeral to celebrate his life (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The death of OJ Simpson at the age of 76 has left many wondering about the next steps following his death.

The former NFL star's family confirmed his demise on Wednesday, sparking discussions about funeral arrangements and the division of his sizable fortune, reported by Mirror.

Division of Wealth

LOVELOCK, NV - JULY 20: O.J. Simpson attends a parole hearing at Lovelock Correctional Center July 2
OJ Simpson's funeral arrangements underway as children prepare tribute (Getty Images)

As news of Simpson's death spread, social media platforms buzzed with speculations and memes regarding his funeral arrangements. Some users humorously suggested that his funeral procession should mirror his infamous car chase, while others made cruel jokes about his white Bronco serving as the hearse.

Despite the online chatter, concrete details about Simpson's funeral remain scarce. While it's believed that he did not pre-plan the ceremony, funeral experts suggest that it will likely be a solemn reflection of the highs and lows of fame, given his controversial life story.

Simpson's net worth, estimated at around $3 million, raises questions about the distribution of his estate. Survived by his children Sydney, Jason, Justin, and Arnelle Simpson, it's anticipated that his fortune will be divided among them.

According to the Independent, OJ received $42,000 annually from Social Security, a pension from the Screen Actors Guild, and between $125,000 and $300,000 from the NFL.

Reports indicate that Simpson received substantial annual income from various sources, including Social Security, Screen Actors Guild pension, and NFL earnings. The specifics of his estate division, however, have yet to be disclosed.

A Battle with Cancer

O.J. Simpson tries on a leather glove allegedly used in the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman during testimony in Simpson's murder trial June 15, 1995 in Los Angeles. (Photo by Lee Celano/WireImage)
 OJ Simpson's children organize a funeral for disgraced NFL Star (Lee Celano/WireImage)

Simpson's demise was attributed to his battle with prostate cancer, as confirmed by his family in a statement. Despite shutting down rumors of being in a hospice earlier in February, Simpson's health declined, ultimately leading to his death.

Announcing on social media in February that he was in hospice, he shut down reports that he was in the facility, "Hey X world, hospice? Hospice? You talking about hospice? No, I'm not in any hospice. I don't know who put that out there. I guess it's like Donald (Trump) says, 'You can’t trust the media."

"In any event, I'm hosting a tonne of friends for the Super Bowl here in Las Vegas. All is well, you know. So take care, have a good Super Bowl weekend."

His family's plea for privacy and grace during this period of transition underscores the solemnity of the occasion, as they prepare to bid farewell to their patriarch.

The news of OJ's death was announced on Thursday via his social media accounts, which read, "On April 10, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren."

"During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace," the statement concluded.

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