O.J. Simpson, the former NFL running back, has been cremated in Las Vegas following his death from prostate cancer at the age of 76. His cremains will be given to his children to do with as they please. There are no plans for a public memorial. The debate over donating his brain for CTE research has been declined by the family.
Key Points
O.J. Simpson was cremated in Las Vegas after his death from prostate cancer
His cremains will be given to his children
No public memorial is planned
Family declined to donate Simpson's brain for CTE research
Pros
Closure for Simpson's family and friends
Respecting Simpson's wishes regarding his cremains
Cons
Controversy over not donating Simpson's brain for CTE research