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George Foreman, one of the greatest heavyweights of all time, one of the sports world\u2019s most influential people, passed away on Friday, March 21. He was 76.
\nForeman\u2019s family made the unfortunate announcement on his Instagram account.
\n\u201cOur hearts are broken,\u201d the post states. \u201cWith profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr., 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. A humanitarian, an Olympian, and two-time heavyweight champion of the world, he was deeply respected \u2014 a force for good, a man of discipline, conviction, and a protector of his legacy, fighting tirelessly to preserve his good name \u2014 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.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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