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American boxing veteran George Foreman died on Friday (March 21) at the age of 76. Foreman won a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics in Mexico. Foreman also competed with Muhammad Ali in “Rumble in the Jungle”. At the same time, he won heavyweight gold medal at the age of 19.
George Foreman’s family confirmed his death through his social media account. After becoming a professional boxer, Foreman won 37 consecutive matches in Kingston, Jamaica before facing Fragier.
After two rounds, he had shocked the Fragier with a technical knockout. Foreman is known for the famous ‘Rumble in the Jungle’ in 1974, where he lost his first title during the match with the prestigious Muhammad Ali.
Foreman successfully defended his title twice before facing Muhammad Ali in Kinshhasa, Jerre (now Congo Democratic Republic), which became one of the most reputable matches in the history of boxing. After his death, his family paid tribute to him on Instagram and praised his performance and his performance in the family.
Foreman’s family wrote on Instagram- Our heart is broken, with deep grief, we announce the death of our beloved George Edward Foreman Senior, who left the world peacefully among loved ones on March 21, 2025. A dedicated preacher, a dedicated husband, a beloved father and a proud grandfather and a great -grandfather… he lived unwavering faith, humility and purposeful life.
After he was a writer in the 1990s, foremans became an emotional spokesperson of a variety of products. His most spectacular advertisement was the electric grill of the home appliance Brand Salon Ink. Foreman finished his professional career 76 wins and five defeats, he played his final match in 1997.