If you remember the sensational case of former NFL player O.J Simpsons, who alleged the murder of his ex-wife and his ex-wife friend, you might be familiar with his son, Jason Simpson. That case was such a high profile that even they couldn’t escape him. However, he was also suspected as a part of the murder.
Moreover, he struggles to maintain his career and is even hospitalized for attempting suicide. Is he alive right now? Please read the article below to learn more about what he is doing now, his bio, net worth, trouble, and struggles.
Family of Jason Simpson
Jason Simpson was born on April 21, 1970, in the United States of America. His parent’s name is O.J. Simpson, the former NFL running back player and Marguerite Whitley. His parents divorced in 1979. Jason has four siblings two biological siblings, Arnelle Simpson, an American actress, and a late sister, Aaren Simpson, who died at an early age of two. Moreover, Justin Ryan Simpson (half-brother) and Sydney Brooke Simpson(half-sister) from his father’s ex-wife Nicole Brown.
Jason was very fond and interested in the arts and music in his school life. Further, he also discovered his football skills in the Army and Navy Academy in Carlsbad, California. Additionally, he also started running back for the military school’s team. Moreover, he attended the University of Southern California to play football. But, later, he left the university and transferred to community college to improve his academic standing. Then, he also developed a passion for the culinary arts.
Controversy & Scandals of Simpson
Forty-nine years old, Jason’s father, O.J Simpson, was the prime suspect for murdering his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ron Goldman on June 12, 1994. His father was sent to prison and finally released on July 20, 2017, at 70, after a lengthy trial and court hearing against the case. But, the issue again became the highlight when private investigator William C. Dear, in his book ‘O.J. Are Innocent And I Can Prove It. Moreover, he also claimed that Jason was the real culprit. Further, his claim gained popularity because of the previous investigation of a similar case of the murder of an Ohio man named Dean Milo. He had successfully sent 11 people to jail, including his brother.
Further, this led him to media attention and made him suspected of murder. He came into scrutiny in 2012; as a book writer, William mentioned that he had investigated the case for more than 18 years. Further, the author provided a clear timeline of the event, collected evidence, and debunked alibis of false assumptions. Later, he offered several indirect solid shreds of evidence for the suspect, Jason. According to the author’s theory, he killed his stepmom and told his father to cover it for him. But, Jason was never suspected of the murder and connection to the killing.
Troubles and Personal life
After this drama and fake allegations, Jason wanted to start his new life. He struggles in building his career in Los Angeles, but unfortunately, he was diagnosed with epilepsy. Further, he was prescribed for proper medication to treat it. After his disease, he started heavy drinking, was convicted of a DUI, and tried to commit suicide. He was charged with ramming his jeep into another vehicle and didn’t have a license.
Moving into his personal life, there is no proper information about it. We might guess he is single due to all troubles in his life. Further, there is no information about his past relationship. Some report he lives in Atlanta with his family. In 2016, he came into the limelight after appearing in the mini-series The People V. O.J Simpson: American Crime Story.
Net Worth
He might have earned a decent amount from his career as a chef. Further, there is no exact information about his net worth. Also, the star hasn’t revealed his salary and earnings details. But, we are sure he might have earned an impressive amount from his career.
Well, his father’s net worth is estimated at $3 Million as of 2020. But, there was a time when his net worth was reduced to $250K due to the charge of murder. But, later in 2017, his net worth came into the stable. Moreover, he was living a lavish life in childhood, but after an allegation of murder by his father, his life may have been affected. Further, there is no information about his house, car, and other assets.