Oj simpson dad is gay

From SFist: "OJ Simpson's father, who came out as gay and was largely absent from the family once Simpson turned four years old, became a local drag queen known as Mama Simpson. Support Star Observer. News Queensland News. O.J. Simpson, who died today, made headlines throughout his life but had a gay father whom he kept a secret from the public.

All rights reserved. The father of infamous NFL player OJ Simpson was reportedly a gay drag queen active in San Francisco's 70s drag community. Accounts accounts starobserver. Advertising and Sales sales starobserver. October 10, Chloe Sargeant. Josh Kerwick April 12, You May Also Like.

If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Simpson, the former football great-turned-actor who was acquitted in. I’ve been thinking about the fact that OJ’s father, Jimmy Simpson, was openly gay and a well known drag queen in the SF area who apparently died of AIDS.

According to friends, OJ was aware of his father’s sexuality and lifestyle as far back as his teen years. Later, he was convicted for armed robbery in and released on parole in It is understandable for Fred Goldman and his family to feel a sense of closure or relief, given the tragedy they have experienced.

Regardless, it is important to acknowledge the complexity of his legacy and the impact he has had on the lives of those around him. Q-lit Festival Read More ». Sponsored Content. Some may feel that he has not done enough to make amends for his past, while others may believe that he has taken steps towards redemption.

As for whether OJ Simpson atoned for his actions, it is ultimately up to individual interpretation. Everyone is entitled to their own feelings and opinions about OJ Simpson, but it is important to remember the impact his actions have had on others. All Sydney Melbourne.

Editorial Submissions and Enquiries editor starobserver. October 11, Michael James. Controversially, Simpson was acquitted of the charges, but was found liable for the murders three years later in a civil suit. Celebrity Entertainment News. Support Us Subscribe.

A Night with the 78ers Read More ». As many are remembering the complicated (mostly terrible) legacy of the late OJ Simpson today, we look back on his father, who came out as LGBTQ and was apparently a known SF drag queen called.

A documentary on OJ interviewed one of his childhood friends, Calvin Tennyson, who recalled a visit he and OJ made to Jimmy Lee Simpson’s apartment. Special Encore Performance Read More ».