George Foreman Remembered as ‘a Man of God’ Following Loss of life at 76

George Foreman is being remembered by the sports activities world and past after the legendary skilled boxer and entrepreneur died on the age of 76 on Friday, March 21.

“Condolences to George Foreman’s household. His contribution to boxing and past won’t ever be forgotten,” fellow champion boxer Mike Tyson wrote in a submit on X. 

Tyson’s submit included two photographs of the athletes all through the years. 

The primary was a more moderen photograph of the pair in Las Vegas on the Encore Resort on Might 03, 2019. The 2 boxers held their fists up whereas attending the Hublot x WBC Evening of Champions Gala to point out off their matching luxurious timepieces. 

One other image posted within the tribute from Tyson, 58, confirmed the Hangover star jokingly giving Foreman an uppercut at an April 1990 press convention as they met to advertise a boxing double header extravaganza once more in Las Vegas, to be held at Caesars Palace.

They every gave a playful smile in each pictures. 

“Relaxation in peace, George Foreman. Your legacy lives on, champ,” Scottie Pippen captioned a social media submit, including a single white dove emoji. 

The previous Chicago Bulls star, 59, posted a photograph of Foreman standing victorious in a pair of white boxing shorts and pink gloves as an individual standing behind him helped him with a pink gown. 

Robert Griffin III tweeted, “Relaxation in Peace to the LEGENDARY George Foreman who handed away at 76. Greater than only a boxing World HeavyweightChamp, Olympic Gold Medalist and George Foreman Grill maker. He was a Man of God, a Preacher and the embodiment of Energy. Prayers up for Large George and his household.”

His submit included a compilation clip of the famed boxer’s knockouts.

“The Champ is gone,” tweeted Loni Love. “Larger than life in additional methods than one, George Foreman captivated the hearts & minds of sports activities followers & discovered a spot on the kitchen counter of many houses. A 2x time heavyweight champion, entrepreneur, creator and minister.”

Richard Roeper recalled considered one of Foreman’s biggest fights: “RIP to George Foreman, an iconic determine in boxing and popular culture. As a 7-2 underdog in opposition to Joe Frazier in 1973, Foreman knocked down Frazier six instances. The primary resulted in probably the most memorable calls ever, with Howard Cosell exclaiming, ‘Down goes Frazier!'”

Foreman’s loss of life was introduced on his official Instagram account, with a photograph of him smiling whereas gathered with those that knew him greatest.

“Our hearts are damaged. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr. who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025 surrounded by family members,” the submit mentioned. 

Although he was recognized for his time within the ring and later the George Foreman Grill, his household remembered him as “a religious preacher, a faithful husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and nice grandfather,” who lived his life with goal. 

“A humanitarian, an Olympian, and two time heavyweight champion of the world, He was deeply revered — a drive for good, a person of self-discipline, conviction, and a protector of his legacy, preventing tirelessly to protect his good title— for his household,” the heartfelt tribute continued. 

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Foreman has been married a complete of 5 instances, to Adrienne Calhoun (from 1971 to 1974); Cynthia Lewis (from 1977 to 1979); Sharon Goodson (from 1981 to 1982); Andrea Skeete (from 1982 to 1985) and to Mary Joan Martelly, his spouse since 1985.

He’s survived by his spouse and 11 kids.