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From Olympic gold to heavyweight crowns and a kitchen revolution, George Foreman's life delivered knockout punches in and out of the ring, forging a legacy far beyond boxing.
Who was George Foreman?
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George Edward Foreman was an American former professional boxer, entrepreneur, minister and author.
He competed in boxing between 1967 and 1997 and was nicknamed "Big George".
A two-time world heavyweight champion and an Olympic gold medallist, Foreman was also known for the George Foreman Grill.
After a troubled childhood, Foreman took up amateur boxing and won a gold medal in the heavyweight division at the 1968 Summer Olympics.
Having turned professional the next year, he won the world heavyweight title with a second-round knockout of Joe Frazier in 1973.
He defended the belt twice before suffering his first professional loss to Muhammad Ali in the Rumble in the Jungle in 1974.
Unable to secure another title opportunity, Foreman retired after a loss to Jimmy Young in 1977.
Following what he referred to as a born-again experience, Foreman became an ordained Christian minister.
Ten years later, he announced a comeback and in 1994, at age 45, won the unified WBA, IBF and lineal heavyweight championship titles by knocking out 26-year-old Michael Moorer.
He dropped the WBA belt rather than face his mandatory title defence soon after, and following a single successful title defence against Axel Schulz, Foreman relinquished his IBF title as well on June 28, 1995.
At 46 years and 169 days old, he was the oldest world heavyweight champion in history.
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Foreman was the oldest to ever win the world heavyweight boxing championship of major honours and the second-oldest in any weight class after Bernard Hopkins.
He retired in 1997 at the age of 48 with a final record of 76 wins (68 knockouts) and five losses.
Foreman was inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame and International Boxing Hall of Fame.
The International Boxing Research Organization rates Foreman as the eighth-greatest heavyweight of all time.
In 2002, he was named one of the 25 greatest fighters of the past 80 years by The Ring.
The Ring ranked him as the ninth-greatest puncher of all time.
Outside boxing, Foreman was a successful entrepreneur and known for his promotion of the George Foreman Grill, which has sold more than 100 million units worldwide.
In 1999, he sold the commercial rights to the grill for $138 million.
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George Foreman Age
George Foreman (January 10, 1949 – March 21, 2025) died at the age of 76.
George Foreman Height
George Foreman was 6 ft 3 in (1.91m) tall.
Where was George Foreman from?
George Foreman was born in Marshall, Texas. He grew up in Houston, Texas.
George Foreman Death
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George Foreman, 76, died on March 21, 2025. The late boxer’s family broke the news with a statement on Instagram.
“Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr. who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones,” read the release.
“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 — 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’s cause of death was not revealed by his family.
George Foreman Amateur Career
George Foreman's amateur boxing career culminated in a gold medal victory at the 1968 Mexico City Olympic Games, having been trained by Robert "Pappy" Gault trained him for the Olympic Games.
His path to Olympic glory showcased his formidable power and rapid progression. In the Olympic final, he defeated the Soviet Union's Jonas Čepulis, a seasoned veteran, via a referee stoppage in the second round.
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Čepulis, despite his extensive experience, was overwhelmed by Foreman's aggressive style and suffered significant damage.
Foreman's Olympic journey included victories over Lucjan Trela of Poland on points, Ion Alexe of Romania via a referee stoppage and Giorgio Bambini of Italy by a second-round knockout.
After his gold medal win, he famously walked around the ring carrying a small U.S. flag. Foreman often expressed that his Olympic gold medal was his proudest achievement, surpassing his professional world titles.
Prior to the Olympics, Foreman's amateur career was marked by a series of impressive wins.
He won his first amateur fight on January 26, 1967, and quickly followed with victories in the San Francisco Examiner's Golden Gloves Tournament in February 1967.
Also, in February 1967, he won the Las Vegas Golden Gloves in the Senior Division. In February 1968, he secured the San Francisco Examiner's Senior Title, and in March 1968, he won the National Boxing Championships heavyweight title.
A significant moment in his preparation was sparring with former World Heavyweight Champion Sonny Liston in July 1968.
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Highlights
On September 21, 1968, Foreman earned his spot on the U.S. Olympic boxing team, entering the Olympics with a 16-4 amateur record.
On October 26, 1968, Foreman defeated Jonas Čepulis to win gold in the heavyweight class.
He concluded his amateur career with a 22-4 record before turning professional.
George Foreman Biography
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George Foreman, born in Marshall, Texas, grew up in Houston, Texas, with six siblings.
His early life was turbulent. Raised by J.D. Foreman, his mother's husband, he later discovered his biological father was Leroy Moorehead.
By his own admission, Foreman was a troubled youth, dropping out of school at 15 and engaging in petty crime.
At 16, a television advertisement for Job Corps prompted a change of heart. He convinced his mother to enrol him, earning his GED and training as a carpenter and bricklayer.
Moving to Pleasanton, California, he began to pursue boxing, abandoning his initial interest in American football.
Foreman turned professional in 1969, with a three-round knockout of Donald Walheim in New York City.
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He quickly established his dominance, winning all 13 of his first year's fights, 11 by knockout.
In 1970, he continued his ascent, winning all 12 bouts, including victories over Gregorio Peralta and George Chuvalo. By 1971, with a record of 32-0, he was the top challenger for the world heavyweight title.
In 1972, Foreman challenged undefeated world heavyweight champion Joe Frazier.
Despite being the underdog, Foreman dominated the fight on January 22, 1973, in Kingston, Jamaica, winning by technical knockout.
Frazier was knocked down six times in two rounds, a testament to Foreman's raw power.
Foreman defended his title against José Roman and Ken Norton, showcasing his devastating punching power.
His reign was challenged on October 30, 1974, in Kinshasa, Zaire, against Muhammad Ali in the "Rumble in the Jungle".
Ali employed his "rope-a-dope" strategy, absorbing Foreman's punches while conserving energy.
By the eighth round, a fatigued Foreman was knocked out, losing his title.
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Following this defeat, Foreman briefly retired, becoming a born-again Christian and an ordained minister.
He founded a youth centre in Houston. In 1987, at the age of 38, he surprised the boxing world by announcing a comeback, aiming to fund his youth centre and challenge Mike Tyson. He won several bouts, demonstrating his enduring power.
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In 1990, he defeated Gerry Cooney. The following year, he challenged Evander Holyfield for the undisputed heavyweight title, losing on points but lasting the full 12 rounds. In 1993, he fought Tommy Morrison for the WBO title, losing by unanimous decision.
In 1994, Foreman achieved a historic comeback by defeating Michael Moorer to regain the world heavyweight championship.
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At 45, he became the oldest heavyweight champion in history. He defended his title against Axel Schulz in 1995, winning a controversial decision.
Foreman continued to fight into his late 40s, defeating Crawford Grimsley and Lou Savarese. In 1997, he lost a controversial decision to Shannon Briggs, which marked his final fight.
Following his second retirement, Foreman became a respected boxing analyst for HBO. He also became a successful entrepreneur, notably promoting the George Foreman Grill.
He had planned a comeback fight against Larry Holmes in 1999, which was ultimately cancelled. He later planned a final comeback at the age of 55, which also did not materialise.
George Foreman vs Ali
The Rumble in the Jungle, a heavyweight championship boxing match between George Foreman and Muhammad Ali, took place on October 30, 1974, at the 20th of May Stadium in Kinshasa, Zaire.
The event, which drew an attendance of 60,000, pitted the undefeated and undisputed heavyweight champion, George Foreman, against Muhammad Ali. Ali, the underdog, won the fight by knockout in the eighth round.
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The fight is renowned for Ali's introduction of the rope-a-dope tactic, and it is considered one of the greatest sporting events of the 20th century.
Ali, known for his speed and technical skill, began the fight by attacking Foreman with right-hand leads, a strategy that defied expectations. Foreman, known for his raw power, was expected to dominate at close range.
However, Ali's initial aggression, while surprising Foreman, did not inflict significant damage.
As the first round progressed, Foreman began to land punches. Ali, realising that Foreman's strategy of cutting off the ring would tire him, changed tactics.
He adopted the rope-a-dope, leaning on the ropes and covering up, allowing Foreman to punch him on the arms and body.
This tactic served to exhaust Foreman, who expended considerable energy throwing punches that were either blocked or ineffective.
Throughout the fight, Ali consistently landed straight punches to Foreman's face, which became visibly puffy.
In clinches, Ali out-wrestled Foreman, using tactics such as leaning on him and holding down his head. He also taunted Foreman, encouraging him to throw more punches, which Foreman did.
As the rounds progressed, Foreman began to tire. Ali's jabs and crosses caused increasing damage to Foreman's face.
By the fourth and fifth rounds, Foreman was visibly staggered. Ali continued to taunt him, further frustrating Foreman.
As the fight entered the eighth round, Foreman's punches and defence became ineffective. Ali capitalised, landing a series of punches that culminated in a left hook and a right straight to Foreman's face. Foreman stumbled to the canvas, and the referee ended the fight.
The fight demonstrated Ali's ability to absorb punches and his tactical genius. He abandoned his usual movement-based style in favour of the rope-a-dope. The fight also highlighted Foreman's inability to adapt to Ali's strategy.
The Rumble in the Jungle was a significant event, watched by an estimated one billion television viewers worldwide.
It generated an estimated $100 million in worldwide revenue. In the United States, the fight drew three million closed-circuit viewers, grossing $60 million. In the United Kingdom, 26 million viewers watched the fight on BBC One.
The fight is considered one of Ali's most famous, alongside his bouts with Joe Frazier. It cemented Ali's legacy as one of the greatest boxers of all time.
George Foreman Record
Amateur Career
Total Fights: 26
Wins: 22
Losses: 4
Professional Career
Total fights: 81
Wins: 76
Wins by knockout: 68
Losses: 5
George Foreman Fights
- Win: June 23, 1969 - Donald Walheim (KO)
- Win: July 1, 1969 - Fred Askew (KO)
- Win: July 14, 1969 - Sylvester Dullaire (TKO)
- Win: August 18, 1969 - Chuck Wepner (TKO)
- Win: September 18, 1969 - Johnny Carroll (KO)
- Win: September 23, 1969 - Roy Wallace (KO)
- Win: October 7, 1969 - Vernon Clay (TKO)
- Win: October 31, 1969 - Roberto Davila (UD)
- Win: November 5, 1969 - Leo Peterson (KO)
- Win: November 18, 1969 - Max Martinez (KO)
- Win: December 6, 1969 - Bob Hazelton (TKO)
- Win: December 16, 1969 - Levi Forte (UD)
- Win: December 18, 1969 - Gary Hobo Wiler (TKO)
- Win: January 6, 1970 - Charley Polite (KO)
- Win: January 26, 1970 - Jack O'Halloran (KO)
- Win: February 16, 1970 - Gregorio Peralta (UD)
- Win: March 31, 1970 - Rufus Brassell (TKO)
- Win: April 17, 1970 - James J. Woody (TKO)
- Win: April 29, 1970 - Aaron Eastling (TKO)
- Win: May 16, 1970 - George Johnson (TKO)
- Win: July 20, 1970 - Roger Russell (KO)
- Win: August 4, 1970 - George Chuvalo (TKO)
- Win: November 3, 1970 - Lou Bailey (TKO)
- Win: November 18, 1970 - Boone Kirkman (TKO)
- Win: December 18, 1970 - Mel Turnbow (TKO)
- Win: February 8, 1971 - Charlie Boston (KO)
- Win: April 3, 1971 - Stamford Harris (KO)
- Win: May 10, 1971 - Gregorio Peralta (TKO)
- Win: September 14, 1971 - Vic Scott (KO)
- Win: September 21, 1971 - Leroy Caldwell (KO)
- Win: October 7, 1971 - Ollie Wilson (KO)
- Win: October 29, 1971 - Luis Faustino Pires (RTD)
- Win: February 29, 1972 - Joe Murphy Goodwin (KO)
- Win: March 7, 1972 - Clarence Boone (KO)
- Win: April 10, 1972 - Ted Gullick (KO)
- Win: May 11, 1972 - Miguel Angel Paez (KO)
- Win: October 10, 1972 - Terry Sorrell (KO)
- Win: January 22, 1973 - Joe Frazier (TKO)
- Win: September 1, 1973 - José Roman (KO)
- Win: March 26, 1974 - Ken Norton (TKO)
- Loss: October 30, 1974 - Muhammad Ali (KO)
- Win: January 24, 1976 - Ron Lyle (KO)
- Win: June 15, 1976 - Joe Frazier (TKO)
- Win: August 14, 1976 - Scott LeDoux (TKO)
- Win: October 15, 1976 - John "Dino" Denis (TKO)
- Win: January 22, 1977 - Pedro Agosto (TKO)
- Loss: March 17, 1977 - Jimmy Young (UD)
- Win: March 9, 1987 - Steve Zouski (TKO)
- Win: July 9, 1987 - Charles Hostetter (KO)
- Win: September 15, 1987 - Bobby Crabtree (TKO)
- Win: November 21, 1987 - Tim Anderson (TKO)
- Win: December 18, 1987 - Rocky Sekorski (TKO)
- Win: January 23, 1988 - Tom Trimm (KO)
- Win: February 5, 1988 - Guido Trane (TKO)
- Win: March 19, 1988 - Dwight Muhammad Qawi (TKO)
- Win: May 21, 1988 - Frank Lux (TKO)
- Win: June 26, 1988 - Carlos Hernández (TKO)
- Win: August 25, 1988 - Ladislao Mijangos (TKO)
- Win: September 10, 1988 - Bobby Hitz (TKO)
- Win: October 27, 1988 - Tony Fulilangi (TKO)
- Win: December 28, 1988 - David Jaco (TKO)
- Win: January 26, 1989 - Mark Young (TKO)
- Win: February 16, 1989 - Manoel De Almeida (TKO)
- Win: April 30, 1989 - J. B. Williamson (TKO)
- Win: June 1, 1989 - Bert Cooper (RTD)
- Win: July 20, 1989 - Everett Martin (UD)
- Win: January 15, 1990 - Gerry Cooney (KO)
- Win: April 17, 1990 - Mike Jameson (TKO)
- Win: June 16, 1990 - Adilson Rodrigues (KO)
- Win: July 31, 1990 - Ken Lakusta (KO)
- Win: September 25, 1990 - Terry Anderson (KO)
- Loss: April 19, 1991 - Evander Holyfield (UD)
- Win: December 7, 1991 - Jimmy K. Ellis (TKO)
- Win: April 11, 1992 - Alex Stewart (MD)
- Win: January 16, 1993 - Pierre Coetzer (TKO)
- Loss: June 7, 1993 - Tommy Morrison (UD)
- Win: November 5, 1994 - Michael Moorer (KO)
- Win: April 22, 1995 - Axel Schulz (MD)
- Win: November 3, 1996 - Crawford Grimsley (UD)
- Win: April 26, 1997 - Lou Savarese (SD)
- Loss: November 22, 1997 - Shannon Briggs (MD)
George Foreman Titles
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Major world titles
- WBA heavyweight champion (200+ lbs) (2×)
- WBC heavyweight champion (200+ lbs)
- IBF heavyweight champion (200+ lbs)
- The Ring heavyweight champion (200+ lbs)
- WBU heavyweight champion (200+ lbs)
- IBA heavyweight champion (200+ lbs)
- NABF heavyweight champion (200+ lbs) (2×)
- Pan American heavyweight champion (200+ lbs)
- Undisputed heavyweight champion
Olympics
1968 Mexico City (Represented USA)
Gold (Heavyweight)
George Freeman Movie
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Big George Foreman (2023) is a biographical sports drama film that tells the story of George Foreman's life.
It covers his journey from his impoverished childhood to his Olympic gold medal win, world heavyweight championship titles, religious conversion and his remarkable comeback to boxing.
Khris Davis plays George Foreman in the film, which also stars Forest Whitaker.
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The movie was directed by George Tillman Jr.
George Foreman Grill
The George Foreman Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine, commonly known as the George Foreman Grill, is a portable double-sided electric grill manufactured by Spectrum Brands.
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It gained popularity through endorsements by former heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman. Since its introduction in 1994, over 100 million units have been sold worldwide.
Michael Boehm conceived the grill as an indoor appliance that cooked food simultaneously on both sides.
A key feature was its ability to reduce fat content by draining it into a separate reservoir. The design incorporated a floating hinge and slanted grilling surface to accommodate various food thicknesses and facilitate fat drainage.
Initially presented as "The Fajita Express" the grill struggled to gain traction at industry trade shows.
Tsann Kuen later pitched the slanted grill concept to Salton Incorporated. After modifications and testing by George Foreman, the product was rebranded as the Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine.
George Foreman's affable personality and the grill's unique features contributed to its immense success.
His tagline, "It's so good I put my name on it!" became a cultural touchstone.
The grill's design features a clamshell structure that heats food from both sides, eliminating the need to flip it. Grooved non-stick surfaces and a slanted lower plate allow fat to drain into a removable drip tray.
Available in various sizes, the grill has undergone several design iterations, including models with detachable plates for easier cleaning and interchangeable ceramic plates for versatile cooking.
George Foreman's endorsement deal proved exceptionally lucrative. Salton Incorporated paid him $138 million in 1999 to acquire the rights to his name. His total earnings from the endorsement are estimated to exceed $200 million.
The grill's success spawned similar celebrity-endorsed products but none achieved comparable popularity.
The Jackie Chan Grill is essentially the same product marketed towards Asian consumers, featuring endorsements from both Foreman and Chan.
George Foreman Wife
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George Foreman was married to Mary Joan Martelly from 1985 until his death.
He had four previous marriages:
- Adrienne Calhoun from 1971 to 1974.
- Cynthia Lewis from 1977 to 1979.
- Sharon Goodson from 1981 to 1982.
- Andrea Skeete from 1982 to 1985.
George Foreman Children
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George Foreman had 12 children: five sons and seven daughters.
- Sons:
- George Jr. (Mother not specified)
- George III ("Monk") (Andrea Skeete-Foreman)
- George IV ("Big Wheel") (Mother not specified)
- George V ("Red") (Mother not specified)
- George VI ("Little Joey") (Mother not specified)
- Daughters:
- Natalia (Mary Joan Martelly)
- Leola (Mary Joan Martelly)
- Freeda (deceased, Mother from a separate relationship)
- Michi (Mother from a separate relationship)
- Georgetta (Mother from a separate relationship)
- Isabella Brandie Lilja (Foreman)(Adopted in 2009)
- Courtney Isaac (Foreman)(Adopted in 2012)
George Foreman Net Worth
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George Foreman's net worth at the time of his passing in March 2025 was estimated to be around $300 million.
Although his boxing career contributed to his fame, most of his wealth came from the success of the George Foreman Grill.
As reported by multiple sources, the late heavyweight champion’s earnings from boxing between 1969 and 1977 were $5m, significantly less than his business ventures.
The George Foreman Grill, though, was a massive success, selling over 100 million units worldwide.
He received a substantial portion of the profits from grill sales before selling the rights to his name for a large sum.
Foreman’s entrepreneurial success with the George Foreman Grill was the primary reason for his substantial net worth.
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