The succession of OJ Simpson should be sold at auction for millions.
The administrator of the succession of OJ Simpson is preparing for auction of assets almost a year after the death of the controversial celebrity.
As reported by TMZ, Malcolm Lavergne is the special administrator of the Simpson succession. He recently suggested a period for auction and compiled a list of items that could be offered for sale. According to his last legal submission, the auction should be led by Goldin Auctions LLC. Lavergne aims to organize the auction between March 12 and March 29, although the children of Simpson have until February 26 to contest this decision.
OJ Simpson died at the age of 76 in April 2024, leaving a net value of $ 3 million. Throughout his life, the financial situation of the NFL player has experienced considerable fluctuations. In the 1980s, its estimated reached up to $ 38 million, but this figure dropped to around $ 10 million during its divorce procedure in 1992. During the following decades, a series of scandals has further decreased His wealth.
The very publicized criminal trial in which he was accused of having murdered his ex-wife, Nicole Brown, and her companion, Ron Goldman, suffered legal expenses ranging from $ 3 million to $ 6 million. His defense team, famous nicknamed “the dream team”, understood notable lawyer Rob Kardashian.
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Although he was acquitted in the criminal trial, Simpson faced significant financial repercussions in a civil trial, where he was tried responsible for the unjustified death of Goldman and Brown. The court forced to pay $ 33.5 million in damages. Subsequently, he declared bankruptcy and was forced to sell at various active auctions, including his Heisman trophy.
The Goldman family then said they had not received the damages granted. Simpson debts would have increased to $ 96 million due to interest. In the past few years, he has moved to Florida, a state known for his laws which protected certain assets from creditors.
The auction of the succession of OJ Simpson marks an important moment in the last chapter of his life, offering a chance of closure and a resolution to his financial affairs. Despite the controversies and the challenges that Simpson was faced, this auction makes it possible to transfer its assets to a new chapter, potentially benefiting its heirs or other recipients.
The sale of his memories, including articles like the Heisman Trophy, highlights the lasting impact of his public life. As the succession progresses, it is a reminder of the complexities of wealth, inheritance and the way in which personal history can shape financial results unexpectedly.