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George Foreman Memorial Service Celebrates Boxing Legend's Multifaceted Legacy

The public and notable figures gather in Houston to honor the life of the two-time heavyweight champion, preacher, and entrepreneur.

FILE - Boxing greats Muhammad Ali, left, and George Foreman arrive at a Vanity Fair Oscar party in West Hollywood, Calif., on March 24, 1997. (AP Photo/E.J. Flynn, File)
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Overview

  • George Foreman, who passed away on March 21, 2025, at age 76, is being remembered today at a memorial service in Houston's Wortham Theater Center.
  • The event, hosted by Foreman's family and the city of Houston, features tributes from figures like Houston Mayor John Whitmire and former boxer Michael Moorer.
  • Foreman's storied career includes Olympic gold in 1968, a heavyweight title win in 1973, and a historic comeback victory in 1994 at age 45.
  • Beyond the ring, Foreman became an ordained minister and a successful entrepreneur, famously promoting the George Foreman Grill, which sold over 100 million units.
  • The family has requested donations to the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ or the George Foreman Charitable Foundation in lieu of flowers.