Superstar Lawyer Was 67 Years Old Died Today

Johnnie Cochran
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Superstar Lawyer Was 67 Years Old Died Today

Represented O.J. Simpson During Sensational Murder Trial

LOS ANGELES (March 29)

Johnnie L. Cochran Jr., who became a legal superstar after helping clear O.J. Simpson during a sensational murder trial in which he uttered the famous quote ''If it doesn't fit, you must acquit,'' died Tuesday. He was 67. Cochran died of a brain tumor at his home in Los Angeles, his family said.

Born: Oct. 2, 1937, in Louisiana

Career: Worked as an attorney for the city of Los Angeles and Los Angeles County, and in private practice

High-Profile Clients: O.J. Simpson, Michael Jackson, Todd Bridges, Reginald Denny