Remembering: Top Things George Foreman Is Known For

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George Foreman, a heavyweight boxing champion who returned to the sport to regain his title at the improbable age of 45, and who parlayed his fame and his amiable personality into a multimillion-dollar grill business, died on Friday night, March 21 in Houston. He was 76.

His family announced the death, in a hospital, on his Instagram account. Roy Foreman, George’s brother, said the cause was not known.

George Foreman is a name that resonates across multiple generations, whether for his dominance in boxing, his entrepreneurial success, or his larger-than-life personality. From being an Olympic gold medalist to a household name in the culinary world, Foreman has cemented his legacy in various fields. Here are the top things George Foreman is known for: