BET Awards' 'In Memoriam' Segment Featuring O.J. Simpson Sparks Controversy

Families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman criticize the inclusion, calling it inappropriate and disrespectful.

O.J. Simpson, who died of cancer in April, was included in the BET Awards' tribute to deceased public figures.
The segment honored various personalities, including Willie Mays and Carl Weathers, but Simpson's inclusion drew mixed reactions.
Audience members were reportedly stunned into silence when Simpson's image appeared onscreen.
Fred Goldman and Tanya Brown condemned the decision, demanding an apology from BET.
Social media users expressed confusion and outrage over Simpson's appearance in the tribute.