O.J. Simpson's Death and Cremation

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
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