In a recent development following O.J. Simpson's death from cancer at the age of 76, his lawyer confirmed that the former NFL star's body will be cremated in the upcoming days. The lawyer also emphasized that there are no plans to donate Simpson's brain for scientific research.

Attorney Malcolm LaVergne, who is currently serving as the executor of Simpson's estate, stated that the decision to cremate Simpson's entire body, including his brain, was a firm one. LaVergne's statement follows an initial report from the New York Post regarding the cremation plans and a request to study Simpson's brain.

As part of the funeral arrangements, LaVergne mentioned that there are tentative plans for a "celebration of life" gathering, restricted to close friends and family. Simpson had three children with his first wife, Marguerite Whitley, and two children with his second wife, Nicole Brown Simpson, whom he divorced in 1992.

LaVergne also addressed comments he made to the Las Vegas Review-Journal in which he expressed the desire for the Goldman family not to collect any money from Simpson's estate. The attorney clarified that his statement was related to a debt collection lawyer who quickly began discussing the Goldmans' intentions after Simpson's death.

Expressing a change in tone and approach, LaVergne acknowledged that as the executor and personal representative of Simpson's estate, it is necessary to focus on the responsibilities of his role. He expressed willingness to collaborate with a legal representative of the Goldman family in reviewing the financial aspects of Simpson's estate.

Following Simpson's demise, Fred Goldman, father of Ronald Goldman, expressed his lack of sympathy for the former athlete. Fred Goldman emphasized that the loss of Simpson is a clear reminder of the absence of his son.

Simpson, who was famously acquitted in the murder trial of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman in 1995, passed away without having fully settled a $33.5 million wrongful death judgment awarded to the victims' families in 1997. LaVergne highlighted that the process of distributing funds to creditors will be done based on priority.

Notably, Simpson's will specified that funds should be set aside for a "suitable monument" at his gravesite. Furthermore, the will urged for the administration of the document without litigation or dispute and stated that any beneficiary or heir failing to comply would receive a symbolic sum of one dollar ($1.00) instead of any claimed interest in the will or its assets.

As the legal process moves forward, intense interest is expected from lawyers representing various parties seeking restitution as Simpson's financial status is unveiled. While the Goldman family and their lawyer, David Cook, have asserted that their pursuit of litigation against Simpson was not motivated by financial gain but rather by the quest for justice, the potential repercussions on the estate will undoubtedly be closely monitored.

The details regarding the worth of Simpson's estate and the distribution of his assets are expected to be further revealed as LaVergne continues his work.