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- George Foreman, a former heavyweight boxing champion, has died at the age of 76.
- Foreman passed away on March 21, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
- He is remembered for his iconic battle with Muhammad Ali in 1974 and reclaiming the title two decades later.
George Foreman, a former heavyweight boxing champion, has died at the age of 76. His family announced his passing in a statement, saying he “peacefully departed on March 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.”
Foreman’s boxing career was marked by his iconic battle with Muhammad Ali in 1974, known as the “Rumble in the Jungle.” Although he lost to Ali, Foreman reclaimed the title two decades later, becoming the oldest heavyweight champion in history at the time.
Born in Texas on January 10, 1949, Foreman grew up in Houston and had a troubled adolescence, dropping out of school and flirting with crime. However, he found his calling in boxing at the age of 16 and went on to become an Olympic gold medalist in 1968.
Foreman’s professional boxing career was marked by his formidable size and strength, earning him the nickname “Big George.” He won the heavyweight title by defeating Joe Frazier in two rounds and went on to defend his title several times before losing to Ali.
Foreman’s family has asked for privacy as they honor his extraordinary life and legacy.
