Posted on 03/21/2025 11:35:29 PM PDT by Morgana
Legendary boxer George Foreman has died at the age of 76, his family announced on Friday night.
Their statement, posted on Foreman's Instagram account, read: 'Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announced the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman St. who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.
'A devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather, he lived a life marked by unwavering faith, humility, and purpose.
'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.
'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 was a two-time world heavyweight champion and won Olympic gold in Mexico City in 1968. He is one of the great second acts in sports after reclaiming the heavyweight crown after coming out of retirement.
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Foreman had his run-ins as well. He was the youthful head of a gang in Houston. He spent time at Santa Rita camp near Dublin, California. It was in the Bay Area he learned to box professionally, and his hadiographers have cleaned up his early environment. There was no need to because he was a sterling example of overcoming a life that could have easily landed him in jail for a long stretch. Instead, he ended up likely the most beloved boxer in American history.
I just tried searching and couldn't find any verification of what you posted.
Can you provide a link?.....thanks
Just google George Foreman early life. Or Foreman bio. His Santa Rita Prison Camp period near Dublin California is covered up for the most part, as is most of his early training. I suppose it was because he idolized Sunny Liston.
I don’t care who you are. That is funny.
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