Boxing legend George Foreman dies at 76 | Sport-others News
Former heavyweight champion George Foreman has passed away on Friday, his family announced on Instagram.
He was 76.
“Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr. who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025 surrounded loved ones,” read the statement.
“A devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather, he lived a life marked unwavering faith, humility, and purpose.
“A humanitarian, an Olympian, and two time heavyweight champion of the world, He was deeply respected — a force for good, a man of discipline, conviction, and a protector of his legacy, fighting tirelessly to preserve his good name— for his family.
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“We are grateful for the outpouring of love and prayers, and kindly ask for privacy as we honor the extraordinary life of a man we were blessed to call our own.”
Foreman won the world heavyweight title after beating the then-undefeated Joe Frazier in 1973.
He defended the belt twice before suffering his first professional loss to Muhammad Ali in the famous Rumble in the Jungle in 1974.
After 10 years away from the ring, Foreman returned to beat Michael Moorer in 1994 and become the oldest man to ever win a world heavyweight championship in boxing (46 years, 169 days) while ultimately compiling a 76-5 career record with 68 knockouts.
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