Published On: Fri, Mar 21st, 2025

Boxing legend George Foreman dead at 76; combat sports community mourns

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(This story originally appeared on USATODAY.com)

Legendary boxer George Foreman has died at 76, according to a statement released by his family Friday night on his official Instagram account.

The cause of death was not initially revealed by the family.

Foreman 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.

He retired in 1997 at the age of 48. He became the oldest world heavyweight champion in history at 46.

Notable from throughout the combat sports community mourned Foreman's death:

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