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George Foreman, Record-Breaking Heavyweight Boxing Champ and Grill Entrepreneur, Dies at 76


Published on 2025-03-21 23:43:11 - TheWrap
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  • George Foreman, the legendary boxer who set a record as the oldest-ever heavyweight champion, served as a minister after becoming a born again Christian, and achieved perhaps his greatest reknown as the spokesperson for a popular grill named after him,

George Foreman, the legendary heavyweight boxing champion known for his powerful punches and later his iconic George Foreman Grill, has passed away at the age of 76. Foreman first rose to fame in the boxing world by winning a gold medal at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics and then capturing the heavyweight title in 1973 by defeating Joe Frazier. After a brief retirement, he made a remarkable comeback in the late 1980s, eventually becoming the oldest heavyweight champion at age 45 by defeating Michael Moorer in 1994. Beyond boxing, Foreman became a household name through his endorsement of the George Foreman Grill, which became a massive commercial success, selling over 100 million units worldwide. His life was marked by his transformation from a fierce fighter to a beloved public figure, known for his humor, his faith, and his entrepreneurial spirit.

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