I REMEMBER NICOLE 💟

Award Winning 🎶 Call to Action 📣 Global Anthem Reclaiming Power Over Domestic Violence 💪🏼💪🏾 

#IRememberNicole empowers victims and survivors, fostering conversations amongst family, friends and policy makers. Inspired by the life and tragic death of Nicole Brown Simpson – which brought domestic violence into the national spotlight – this anthem serves as a call to action, urging us to remember Nicole and all who suffered, and continue to suffer, from abuse.

I Will Free Myself, Believe In Myself
I Will Keep Myself Safe And Whole
I Will Love Myself, Reach Out For Help
This Is What I Know, I Remember Nicole

Nicole Brown Simpson I remember Nicole

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Behind the story

As a video journalist, Renee Sotile covered the O.J. Simpson “Trial of the Century” for over 100 days, never forgetting the impact of Nicole Brown Simpson’s and Ron Goldman’s murders. Amid the media frenzy, the domestic violence Nicole endured was nearly lost in the circus surrounding the case. What remains imprinted in Sotile’s memory are the shocked, heartbreaking expressions on the faces of their family members—moments she witnessed firsthand.

Tanya Brown

“I Remember Nicole is absolutely beautiful and breathtaking! It brought tears to my eyes, my sister Denise, our Mother, and I know to Nicole in Heaven.”  
– Huge Hugs, Tanya Brown, Nicole’s Sister

I Remember Nicole Raising Awareness while Raising the Roof
I Remember Nicole Raising Awareness while Raising the Roof

Message to Educators

Nicole Brown Simpson’s murder brought the issue of domestic violence into the national spotlight. Saying her name brings back the profound impact her death had on each of us and on our nation—a collective memory of “where we were” upon first hearing that O.J. Simpson’s wife had been murdered in 1994. We recall the scenes of the infamous Bronco chase, his arrest, the “Trial of the Century,” and the eventual acquittal.

For the generations that followed, including her children’s generation, “Nicole” has become a metaphor for domestic violence—a reminder of themselves or someone they know.

“I Remember Nicole” serves as a powerful communication tool to educate, raise awareness, spread knowledge, and empower. Together, we change laws, perspectives, and lives.

Contact: IREMEMBERNICOLE@gmail.com

CREDITS

Performers: Hollie Cavanagh and Melodye Perry
Songwriters: Renee Sotile & Mary jo Godges & Pat & Pete Luboff
Song Producer: 6-Time Emmy Winner Peter Fish

Directors: Renee Sotile & Mary jo Godges
Producer: Margarita Sweet
Sign Language Performer: Jody Stevenson

Special Thanks: Tanya & Denise Brown

Music Video Funded in part by a grant from: The City of West Hollywood
Community Grant: LA Pride
Fiscal Sponsor: From the Heart Productions
Community Partner: California Families in Focus Sponsors:
Daily Scoop / Annie Lane Essentials
Hollywood Chapter of the National Organization for Women
Women Occupy Hollywood
West Hollywood Women’s Advisory Board

Lyric Signs: The Port of LA Boys & Girls Club Art Students/Teacher: Beth Elliott
Camera: Sheila Higgins, Mary jo Godges, Renee Sotile
Editor: Renee Sotile
Colorist: Sam Dlugach
Title: Alvin Bowens
Technical Manager & Logo Design: Danielle Elliott

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This photo sits at the top of my stairs, so I see it every day. My older brother holding my hand, gently guiding me through life. It fills my soul thinking about the pure love, innocence, and connectedness that Ron and I shared from as early as I can remember. His guidance is something I still rely on, 31 years later.

The love and loss are profound. I cherish our bond and hold it close to my heart.
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Tonight marks 31 years.
June 12, 1994, started like any other Sunday at the Brown house. We were getting ready for a dance recital—something that had become routine. I chose not to go that day. I just didn’t feel like sitting through one more recital. Looking back now, I wish I had gone.

I stayed home and watched TV. Later that evening, my family returned, and I’ll never forget the way my mom walked past me—silent, ghost-like. She immediately got on the phone with Nicole, asking if she could call the restaurant about her forgotten glasses. Ron had found them and offered to drop them off on his way to Marina del Rey. My mom told him not to worry and to bring them the next day on his run. But Ron—being the kind, selfless man he was—decided to bring them that night.

And because of that, Ron is a hero in my eyes.

I share this because domestic violence doesn’t just impact the person experiencing it. It shatters lives around them—friends, family, neighbors, entire communities. Ron. My family. Our friends. The ripple effects are endless. And the way we see the world is forever altered.

This is why I continue to hold this candlelight vigil—every year—for Nicole, for Ron, for every survivor, for those we’ve lost, and for those still trapped in silence and fear.

This vigil is a reminder: people matter. Your life matters.

Thank you for your love, your support, and your hearts over all these years. Whether you join us live or simply light a candle in your home tonight, know that your presence is felt. Link in bio

Sending love and huge hugs to each and every one of you.
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Nicole Brown Simpson
May 19, 1959 – June 12, 1994
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