WATCH THE VIDEO HERE George Foreman, the heavyweight boxing icon whose thunderous punches, surprising second act, and famous indoor grill made him a global household name, has passed away at age 76. Media Take Out is hearing that Foreman died Friday night in a Houston hospital, following complications from a massive stroke he suffered recently. While his exact cause of death has not been officially confirmed, his family shared the sad news on his official Instagram page. His brother, Roy Foreman, said the family is mourning deeply and that George “never quite recovered” after the stroke. For boxing fans, George Foreman will always be remembered as a two-time heavyweight champion with a career arc that defied belief. After first winning the heavyweight title in 1973, Foreman famously lost to Muhammad Ali in the legendary Rumble in the Jungle. He stepped away from the sport in 1977 — and stayed away for a full decade. Then, in what many thought was a publicity stunt, Foreman returned to boxing in his 40s. He was older, heavier, and smiley — not the fierce young powerhouse people remembered. But in 1994, at the age of 45, he pulled off the unthinkable: he knocked out undefeated champ Michael Moorer to reclaim the heavyweight title. It made him the oldest heavyweight champion in history, and one of the sport’s most beloved comeback stories. Outside the ring, Foreman parlayed his second wave of fame into one of the most successful endorsement deals ever: the George Foreman Grill. His warm personality and “I love to cook!” charm turned the lean, mean grilling machine into a pop culture staple, selling over 100 million units worldwide. The deal made Foreman hundreds of millions, reportedly earning him more money than his entire boxing career ever did. And honestly? We all still owe him for those college dorm dinners. George Foreman wasn’t just a fighter — he was a father (of 12!), a minister, a businessman, and one of boxing’s most unexpectedly endearing personalities. His story was one of resilience, reinvention, and never letting age or opinion define what’s possible. He lived big, hit hard, smiled often, and somehow managed to reinvent himself again and again — all without losing his signature warmth. Rest in power, Champ. You gave us unforgettable fights, iconic grills, and a reminder that it’s never too late for a comeback. The Heavyweight Who Rewrote the Rules of Aging
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