OJ Simpson – the former NFL star best known for his controversial 1995 acquittal for the murder of his wife and her friend in – has died at age 76.

“On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer,” the family wrote on X.

“He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace,” the brief statement added.