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Boxing legend George Foreman dies aged 76
Daily Mail UK ^ | March 21, 2025 | Max Winters

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.

(Excerpt) Read more at dailymail.co.uk ...


TOPICS: Sports
KEYWORDS: athlete; boxer; boxing; classact; foreman; georgeedwardforeman; georgeforeman; sports
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RIP George
1 posted on 03/21/2025 11:35:29 PM PDT by Morgana
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To: Morgana

Wow, great guy lost. RIP.


2 posted on 03/21/2025 11:38:47 PM PDT by Lazamataz (I'm so on fire that I feel the need to stop, drop, and roll!)
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To: Lazamataz

The biopic of his life is worth the watch.


3 posted on 03/21/2025 11:44:25 PM PDT by Fai Mao (All Democrats need to go to prison.)
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To: Morgana

Loved him

RIP George


4 posted on 03/21/2025 11:54:15 PM PDT by Az Joe (We can't spare President Trump; He fights!)
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To: Morgana

Rest In Peace, George Foreman.


5 posted on 03/22/2025 12:06:50 AM PDT by No name given ( Anonymous is who you’ll know me as)
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To: Morgana

George Foreman - a great example of using all the talents God gave him, living quite a life in doing so, and a good guy.

Much respect, George!

Rest In Peace, and prayers for your family and friends.


6 posted on 03/22/2025 2:05:05 AM PDT by Paul R. (Old Viking saying: "Never be more than 3 steps away from your weapon ... or a Uriah Heep song!" ;-))
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To: Morgana

He will be cremated on a George Foreman grill...


7 posted on 03/22/2025 2:11:56 AM PDT by minnesota_bound (Need more money to buy everything now)
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To: Morgana

George Foreman | Full Address and Q&A | Oxford Union


8 posted on 03/22/2025 2:35:43 AM PDT by Hot Tabasco
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To: Hot Tabasco

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzWCHbZRzR4


9 posted on 03/22/2025 2:36:11 AM PDT by Hot Tabasco
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To: Morgana

RIP, George.

An amazing life!


10 posted on 03/22/2025 2:58:16 AM PDT by Adder (End fascism...defeat all Democrats.)
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To: minnesota_bound

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11 posted on 03/22/2025 3:19:33 AM PDT by Chode (there is no fall back position, there's no rally point, there is no LZ... we're on our own. #FJB)
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To: Paul R.

I met him at Fort Hood before my unit left for Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He was sleeping in the terminal for 3 days on base because there were flights leaving every couple of hours and he didn’t want to miss a flight. When he walked into the waiting room, it sounded like thunder for the cheers. He talked to us and encouraged us for awhile. When it was time to board the plane, he stood at the door to shake everyone’s hand and was telling each and every one to “Come home safe”. BTW his hands were twice as big as mine, it was like shaking my Dad’s hand when I was a little kid. RIP Patriot.


12 posted on 03/22/2025 3:57:19 AM PDT by Ponyexpress9790 (Every one that votes democrat is your enemy, there is no co-existing with traitors and terrorists. )
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To: Chode

Sad day,lost a great American. RIP George
You will live on in heaven.


13 posted on 03/22/2025 4:07:29 AM PDT by spincaster (ifi)
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To: Morgana

Do we know cause of death yet?


14 posted on 03/22/2025 4:24:21 AM PDT by blitz128
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To: Morgana

I’m digging out my George Foremen grille to do up a pound of bacon in his honor. RIP.


15 posted on 03/22/2025 4:30:38 AM PDT by equaviator (If 60 is the new 40 then 35 must be the new 15.)
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To: Morgana

Amazing, he regained heavy weight championship at age 45.


16 posted on 03/22/2025 4:51:56 AM PDT by fastrock ( )
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To: fastrock

I swear I thought I heard him commenting during a boxing event about a month ago. RIP sir.


18 posted on 03/22/2025 5:06:48 AM PDT by freebird5850 (The only way I can treat this fever....More cowbell!)
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To: Morgana

One of the greats, in sports and life...RIP


19 posted on 03/22/2025 5:07:13 AM PDT by mac_truck (aide toi et dieu t'aidera)
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To: Liz

getty images, banned on FR


20 posted on 03/22/2025 5:16:59 AM PDT by deport
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