The O.J. Simpson murder trial captivated the nation almost 30 years ago, with over 100 million people tuning in to watch the live telecast of the verdict. The former football star was charged with the double murder of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman. Despite being acquitted, questions about the verdict and the crime lingered.
Let’s take a look at what happened to some of the key figures from the trial:
F. Lee Bailey, a member of Simpson’s legal team, faced legal troubles of his own after the trial. He was held in contempt in Florida for refusing to surrender fees and stock from a previous case, leading to his disbarment in Florida and Massachusetts. He filed for bankruptcy in 2016 and passed away in 2021.
Denise Brown, the lead prosecutor, resigned from her position and went on to write a book on the case. She currently resides in California and has written several crime novels.
Johnnie Cochran, another prominent lawyer on the defense team, continued to represent high-profile clients and founded a national law firm. He passed away in 2005 from a brain tumor.
Mark Fuhrman, the LAPD detective who played a crucial role in the case, retired from the force and became a forensic and crime expert for Fox News. He has written books on various cases and continues to work in the media.
Gil Garcetti, the father of Ronald Goldman, pursued a wrongful-death lawsuit against Simpson and was awarded damages in a civil suit. He reflected on the news of Simpson’s recent passing, calling it a reminder of his son’s absence.
These are just a few of the key figures from the infamous O.J. Simpson trial. The case continues to fascinate and intrigue the public, even decades after the verdict was delivered.
