“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.”
His family emphasized his personal achievements outside of the ring, in addition to his fame as a boxer. “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.”
His family went on… “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.”
As the face of the renowned George Foreman Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine, one of the most commercially successful items in decades,
Big George was also one of the most well-known pugilists of all time. In 2003, Foreman received his induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
