O.J. Simpson, known for his controversial life and career, unfortunately passed away on April 10, 2024, due to metastatic prostate cancer, as reported by People. Following his death, a range of personal belongings belonging to Simpson are now slated for auction. Malcolm LaVergne, the attorney designated as the special administrator for Simpson’s estate, had previously disclosed plans to auction these items to settle outstanding debts. Notably, Simpson’s children have expressed no objections to the auction.
The auction commenced on March 12 and will conclude on March 29, 2024. Goldin Auctions LLC is overseeing the sale, and the items being offered are curated by Malcolm LaVergne.
Featured Items from O.J. Simpson’s Auction
Among the numerous personal items up for auction, several items stand out. A signed, framed photograph of O.J. with former U.S. President Bill Clinton starts at $100. Additionally, a signed Heisman USC poster has a similar starting price. A Bible, personally inscribed by Robert Kardashian, is listed at $2,500.
There are also personal manuscripts expressing Simpson’s thoughts on Bruce (Caitlyn) Jenner and the Kardashian family. Other notable auction pieces include a Yamaha piano priced at $2,500, an expired driver’s license at $500, and a full-sized replica of his 1969 Heisman Trophy set at $1,000. The 1974 Vince Lombardi Award trophy is also available for $100.
The auction catalog boasts 44 items that Simpson personally used. These include a pair of Beats headphones, a glass golf ball inscribed “Rest in Peace Kitt Crenshaw,”sunglasses, multiple pairs of reading glasses, various gloves, and even a wallet.
Reflecting on O.J. Simpson’s Legacy
O.J. Simpson’s life took a tragic turn, marked by both fame and infamy. Before his passing, he publicly revealed in a May 2023 video on X that he had been diagnosed with cancer. His last post on February 11, 2024, featured Simpson reassuring fans about his health:
“My health is good. I mean, obviously, I’m dealing with some issues. I think I’m just about over it, and I’ll be back on that golf course hopefully in a couple of weeks.”
In April 2024, Simpson’s family made the announcement of his passing via his X account. Attorney Malcolm LaVergne provided insights on Simpson’s health condition, noting:
“I was pretty certain it was prostate cancer; ultimately, that was the cause. He thought it had beaten it. I thought this was done, but you know how cancers go. They come back, and they come back with a vengeance.”
Tanya Brown, sister to Simpson’s ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson, remarked on his death as a significant chapter closing. She reflected:
“This is a person who’s been in our life for a very long time, who wreaked havoc on our family. It’s like the end of a chapter.”
To provide context, O.J. Simpson faced accusations of murdering Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend, Ronald Goldman. Additionally, he was sentenced to nine years in prison for armed robbery and kidnapping in 2008, ultimately being released on October 1, 2017.