Known as 'Big George' in the ring, he had 81 total fights during his career with an overall record of 76-5 (68 wins by knockout). He was inducted into both the World Boxing Hall of Fame and the International Boxing Hall of Fame.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He retired in 1997 at the age of 48. He became the oldest world heavyweight champion in history at 46.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
His family said in a post on Instagram on Friday night: \"Our hearts are broken. 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.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"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.\"<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Foreman was born in Marshall, Texas, on January 10, 1949 and raised along with six siblings by a single mother in the segregated American South.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
According to reports, he dropped out of school and turned to street robberies before eventually finding his outlet in the ring.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The boxing community mourned Foreman's passing including legends Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Condolences to George Foreman\u2019s family. His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten,\" Tyson wrote on X.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The boxing community mourned Foreman's passing including legends Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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