George Foreman, Boxing Legend, Passes Away at 76
Family announces the passing of the heavyweight champion known for his remarkable boxing career and personal life.
The boxing world has lost a legend as George Foreman, the revered heavyweight champion, has passed away at the age of 76, according to a statement from his family. Known affectionately as "Big George," Foreman's illustrious career spanned from the 1960s and earned him Olympic gold as well as multiple heavyweight title belts. Making headlines with his unforgettable match against Muhammad Ali during the famed Rumble in the Jungle in 1974, Foreman achieved a staggering 68 knockouts throughout his career, far exceeding Ali’s tally. He clinched his first heavyweight championship title in 1973 and famously reclaimed it at the age of 45 in 1994, marking a remarkable resurgence in his career that continued until his retirement in 1997. In a heartfelt tribute shared on Instagram, his family expressed: "Our hearts are broken," recognizing Foreman as a devoted family man and humanitarian who lived a life of faith and purpose. Outside the ring, he became widely known for the George Foreman Grill, which has sold millions since launching in 1994. A father to many, he humorously named five of his sons George to instill a sense of unity. "If one of us goes up, then we all go up together," he shared, epitomizing his close-knit family values.
Family announces the passing of the heavyweight champion known for his remarkable boxing career and personal life.
The boxing world has lost a legend as George Foreman, the revered heavyweight champion, has passed away at the age of 76, according to a statement from his family. Known affectionately as "Big George," Foreman's illustrious career spanned from the 1960s and earned him Olympic gold as well as multiple heavyweight title belts. Making headlines with his unforgettable match against Muhammad Ali during the famed Rumble in the Jungle in 1974, Foreman achieved a staggering 68 knockouts throughout his career, far exceeding Ali’s tally. He clinched his first heavyweight championship title in 1973 and famously reclaimed it at the age of 45 in 1994, marking a remarkable resurgence in his career that continued until his retirement in 1997. In a heartfelt tribute shared on Instagram, his family expressed: "Our hearts are broken," recognizing Foreman as a devoted family man and humanitarian who lived a life of faith and purpose. Outside the ring, he became widely known for the George Foreman Grill, which has sold millions since launching in 1994. A father to many, he humorously named five of his sons George to instill a sense of unity. "If one of us goes up, then we all go up together," he shared, epitomizing his close-knit family values.
