Sharon Stone Claims Police Protected Her During O.J. Simpson’s White Bronco Chase
Sharon Stone reflected on skyrocketing to fame following her 1992 film 'Basic Instinct,' telling 'InStyle' magazine that cops came to ensure her safety during the infamous O.J. Simpson car chase.
When Orenthal James Simspon — popularly known as O.J. — was speeding down the 405 in a white bronco after being accused of double murder, authorities were knocking on Stone's door telling her she had 10 minutes to pack a suitcase.
While the LAPD was engaged in a 90 minute long-pursuit car chase, Stone, now 65, was packing her bags to be transported to a hotel room — for her safety.
"He's dangerous. And we don't know how dangerous, and we don't know what this is," authorities reportedly told her.
RELATED: O.J. Simpson Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer, Undergoes Chemotherapy
Despite having zero connection to Simpson, the Hollywood legend admitted she didn't even think twice about cooperating.
Once she arrived at the hotel, she recalled a cop keeping watch at the door while "O.J. was driving up and down the f*****g freeway."
Although Stone was no stranger to acting, she wasn't prepared for stardom. When 'Basic Instinct' (1992) became a blockbuster smash, she was still driving a little car that fans would mount.
She became so famous, crowds would often bang on windows while she ate out. While flying, a passenger became so aggressive the pilot had to turn the flight around.
Police presence was needed at her home, which was still located on a street open to the public.
Police suggested that she "find a secure house behind a gate," which she did — securing an unrenovated shell, but nonetheless a home she could afford within her budget.
Simpson's infamous car chase ended with a lengthy standoff at his home in Brentwood, California. Eventually, he surrendered — asking for a phone call to his mother and a glass of juice.
