Former NFL player and a high profile American OJ Simpson is dead at 76, according to the family of Simpson. Simpson died from his battle with cancer. "On April 10th, 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 [] Read this story at WTRF , International Business Times UK , TooFab , New York Post , New York Post