The world lost a legend on March 21. Two-time Heavyweight Champion of the world, George Foreman, died at age 76. Fans loved George for not only his athletic abilities but for his sense of humor. His family announced his death in an Instagram post on Friday evening. They did not disclose the cause of George’s death, but said he passed surrounded by loved ones. The post reads, in part, “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.
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The family of George Foreman thanked fans and loved ones for their prayers. “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.”
George Foreman Was A Man Of Great Faith
In 2023, George Foreman told Faithwire that his mother often prayed for him early in his career. He said that if he found fame and fortune, he wouldn’t need God, and neither would she. But his mother never gave up on her son or God.
“But she never stopped praying,” George said. “Then I became a minister … and she told me once, ‘At first, I didn’t believe in it. But now, you’re my pastor. I believe in you.’ She said, ‘You’re my preacher.’ That is the most touching thing that ever happened to me. She believed in me and she believed in what I was doing.”
Fans knew of George Foreman’s love of prayer and offered well wishes to his family following his death.
One wrote on Instagram, “Big George Foreman was the definition of change.”
Another shared, “A true champion of faith, family, and purpose. Our prayers are with the Foreman family.”
This person put it best, “One of the greatest boxers in boxing history and had a soul as kind as any other, a man who accomplished so many legendary things in and out of the ring. Rest in peace, Big George.”
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