O.J. Simpson was granted parole Thursday after spending over eight years in prison for a Las Vegas hotel room robbery. His case for release, aired nationwide, once again stirred America’s long-held fascination with the former football legend.
At 70 years old, Simpson could be released as early as October. By that time, he will have completed the minimum term of his nine-to-thirty-three-year sentence for a failed attempt to retrieve sports memorabilia and personal items he claimed had been stolen from him.
All four parole board members voted to approve his release after approximately thirty minutes of deliberation. Their decision was based on several factors, including Simpson’s low risk of reoffending, steady community support, and a structured plan for his reintegration into society. He intends to relocate to Florida upon release.
"Thank you, thank you, thank you," Simpson said quietly, bowing his head with visible relief. As he stood to return to his cell, he exhaled deeply.
The parole of O.J. Simpson, following more than eight years behind bars, rekindled public intrigue and marked a pivotal moment in his long and controversial story.