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George Foreman, the glowering heavyweight who became a lovable champion, dies at 76
"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,” his family wrote.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
From boxing monster to cuddly veteran – George Foreman was unique
The former heavyweight champion died this weekend but his remarkable story of two distinct parts will live onYahoo Sports - 2d -
'If Big George hit you, you stayed hit': George Foreman obituary
George Foreman goes down as one of the greatest ever heavyweight boxers, one part of a "holy trinity of heavyweight boxers with Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier".BBC News - 3d -
What was 'Rumble in the Jungle'? Remembering epic George Foreman-Muhammad Ali fight
"The Rumble in the Jungle" pitted George Foreman against Muhammad Ali in Africa, and it was arguably the most notable fight of their lives.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
George Foreman’s life was extraordinary, and his transformation fit for a giant
It wasn’t the victories that ultimately came to define George Foreman’s life. It was the defeats and epiphanies and genuine convictions, the leaps of faith he took which came to define him. It was ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
George Foreman death: Heavyweight boxing legend and grill namesake dies aged 76
He leaves behind a towering legacy in sport, business, and popular culture – a true heavyweight in every senseYahoo Sports - 3d -
Rumble in the Jungle 50 years on with George Foreman: ‘I was truly devastated to lose’
“The Rumble in the Jungle”, pitting heavyweight champion George Foreman against Muhammad Ali on October 30, 1974 remains arguably the most watched and discussed boxing event of all time.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Politicians, Athletes React to the Death of Boxing Champion, Entrepreneur George Foreman
Foreman was both a boxing icon and an inspirational electric grill entrepreneur.Inc. - 3d -
The Foreman-Ali Rumble That Changed Their Careers, and Congo
Half a century ago, the “Rumble in the Jungle” became not just a fight between George Foreman and Muhammad Ali, but a cultural touchstone.The New York Times - 2d -
'Beyond A Legend': Social Media Pays Tribute To George Foreman
Celebrities and sports figures reflected on Foreman's contributions to "boxing and beyond" following news of his death.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
George Foreman beat time by going from humiliation to vindication
Boxing is full of guys who fought past their primes. What Foreman pulled off was something entirely different.ESPN - 2d -
George Foreman: a charmer who left his mark in the dirt and dust of the fight game
Former heavyweight champion was always more complex and interesting than his contrasting personae suggested. Boxing seems a smaller and darker world now. George Foreman has gone and, with his ...The Guardian - 3d -
Mike Tyson, sports world mourns George Foreman: 'His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten'
Foreman's personality, as much as his toughness as a fighter, left an impact on the sports world.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
How George Foreman transformed from the gruff, brooding bully of the 70s to a beloved hero and icon
Foreman's near-death experience in 1977 changed his life -- and millions more -- foreverCBS Sports - 3d -
An ‘Aggressive’ Trip to Greenland, and the Pope’s First Appearance Since Falling Ill
Plus, how George Foreman transformed American kitchens.The New York Times - 1d -
George Foreman Turned a Home Grill Into a Culinary Heavyweight
The former boxer transformed American cooking, and himself, with an appliance that remains a cultural touchstone.The New York Times - 3d -
George Foreman Turned a Home Grill Into a Culinary Heavyweight
The former boxer transformed American cooking, and himself, with an appliance that remains a cultural touchstone.The New York Times - 2d -
Who was George Foreman? What to know about boxing legend, TV star and ordained minister
Foreman told USA TODAY in 2023 that his "life is so much more than boxing," saying that he has "been knocked out more outside the ring than in the ring."Yahoo Sports - 4d -
George Foreman showed every gesture is political – especially for Black athletes | Bryan Armen Graham
At the 1968 Olympics, Foreman’s flag-waving was seen as deference if not betrayal. But the reaction to it reveals the limited ways we allow Black athletes to express themselves. When a teenager ...The Guardian - 3d -
George Lowe, the voice behind Space Ghost on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim, dies at 67
The man who was the voice behind the irreverent animated superhero on Adult Swim’s “Space Ghost Coast to Coast,” has diedABC News - Mar. 7 -
First migrant worker dies building a World Cup stadium in Saudi Arabia
Muhammad Arshad, from Pakistan, was a foreman building Aramco Stadium in Al Khobar, one of 11 new venues for 2034. A migrant worker has died while working on a new stadium being built for the 2034 ...The Guardian - 5d -
Watch: 'It was like I was mugged' - Foreman reflects on the Rumble in the Jungle
The heavyweight champion, who has died at the age of 76, says "he went with two titles belts and came home with none."BBC News - 4d -
George Foreman Remembered by Mike Tyson as ‘a Man of God’ Following His Death at 76
"His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten," Tyson said of the late boxing legendYahoo Sports - 4d -
Emotional Teddy Atlas recalls the terror of cornering against George Foreman in historic Michael Moorer fight
"It was like seeing Freddy Krueger on Halloween," Atlas said of the departed icon, who knocked out Moorer in 1994 to become boxing's oldest heavyweight titleholder ever at the age of 45.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Eddie George agrees to become Bowling Green's next head coach
George led Tennessee State to the FCS playoffs in 2024.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9 -
Sources: Bowling Green to hire George as coach
Eddie George has agreed to a five-year deal to become the next head coach at Bowling Green, sourced told ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 9 -
Kitty Dukakis dies at 88
Kitty Dukakis, the former first lady of Massachusetts and wife of presidential nominee Michael Dukakis, has died.CBS News - 1d -
Rower dies during race on the Thames
A rower has died after competing in a veterans’ boat race on the River Thames.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Sources: George, doctors mulling star's injuries
76ers forward Paul George is consulting with doctors this week on treatment options for his groin and knee injuries, including a possible procedure, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 14 -
76ers' George shut down for rest of season
Paul George has been ruled out for at least the rest of the regular season after receiving injections in his left adductor muscle and left knee MondayESPN - Mar. 18 -
George offered Bowling Green job, sources say
Tennessee State's Eddie George, who was one of three finalists interviewed Friday, has been offered the head coaching job at Bowling Green, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 9 -
George Clooney: The 2025 60 Minutes Interview
George Clooney is making his Broadway debut in "Good Night, and Good Luck," telling the story of pioneering reporter Edward R. Murrow. During rehearsals, Clooney stressed the importance of a free ...CBS News - 2d -
Georgia Tech's Nait George enters transfer portal
One of Georgia Tech’s top basketball players will be elsewhere next season. Nait George is expected to hit the transfer portal next week, according to ESPN. The 6-foot-3, 185-pound native of Canada ...Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Eddie George could soon be Bowling Green's new head football coach
Former NFL running back Eddie George could be moving up in the coaching world.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 9 -
Succession's Matthew Macfadyen in line to play fictional spy George Smiley
Macfadyen is set to become the latest actor to play John le Carré's spy George Smiley, reports say.BBC News - Mar. 14 -
Kyshawn George surpasses Bradley Beal in Wizards history with latest performance
Kyshawn George finished with nine points and hit two key 3-pointers on Thursday to help the Wizards defeat the Pistons.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Coach Nick Nurse addresses Paul George's future status for Sixers
Coach Nick Nurse gives the latest on Paul George as the All-Star forward goes to consult doctors.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Steelers WR DK Metcalf willing to take 'backseat' to George Pickens
DK Metcalf is willing to take a backseat and learn from veteran Steelers receivers like George Pickens and Calvin Austin III.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
George Pickens not among Steelers teammates who welcomed DK Metcalf to Pittsburgh
George Pickens was not among the Pittsburgh Steelers players who reached out to DK Metcalf after Seattle Seahawks trade.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Wizards' Kyshawn George joins elite company in history after latest performance
Wizards rookie Kyshawn George reached a career milestone on Friday and joined an elite group of players in the history books afterward.Yahoo Sports - 3d
