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George Foreman, boxing legend and entrepreneur, dies at 76

George Foreman, an Olympic gold medalist and two-time heavyweight champion, competed between 1967 and 1997.

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George Foreman dies at 76: Heavyweight boxing legend, famous entrepreneur leaves 'big' legacy

Foreman won two heavyweight championships, fought Muhammad Ali in the 'Rumble in the Jungle' and captured gold in the 1968 Olympics

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George Foreman, boxing legend and grill mogul, dead at 76

The family of George Foreman — the prolific pro boxer, Olympian and famed entrepreneur behind the George Foreman Grill — says the 76 year-old died Friday, March 21, "surrounded by loved ones."

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Ex-NBA player, entrepreneur Bridgeman dies at 71

Junior Bridgeman, a former NBA sixth man who became a billionaire philanthropist and Bucks minority owner, has died at the age of 71.

ESPN - Mar. 12

Junior Bridgeman's family announces celebration of life for late basketball star, entrepreneur

Junior Bridgeman, the entrepreneur and former basketball star who died Tuesday, will be honored in a public celebration of life event Saturday.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Boxing legend George Foreman has died

Former heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman, known as much for his gregarious personality as his vicious right hook, died Friday. He was 76 years old, ABC News reported.

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George Foreman Dies: 2x Heavyweight Champion, Olympic Gold Medalist & Entrepreneur Was 76

George Foreman, the boxing champ and George Foreman Grill mogul, has died. He was 76. The 2x world heavyweight champion, who was known as Big George Foreman, “peacefully” died on Friday “surrounded ...

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Sports world remembers boxing legend George Foreman, who died at 76

The sports world and others took to social media to remember George Foreman, who died on Friday.

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George Foreman, boxing champion and entrepreneur, dies aged 76

The death of the heavyweight champion boxer was announced by his family in a post on Instagram. Mike Tyson, sports stars and more pay tribute to boxing great George Foreman – a life in ...

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George Foreman, heavyweight boxing champion, dies at 76

George Foreman, legendary heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist at just 19 years old, has died at 76. He later became an entrepreneur known for the indoor grills that bore his name. ...

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Seattle Sonics legend Slick Watts dies at 73

Watts played six seasons in the NBA, including the first four and a half with the Seattle SuperSonics, who he signed with as a free agent out of Xavier University of Louisiana.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

George Foreman, boxing legend who fought Muhammad Ali in the 'Rumble in the Jungle,' dies at 76

George Foreman, the heavyweight champion who fought Muhammad Ali and was known for his ferociousness in the ring and bubbly personality, has died.

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George Foreman, two-time heavyweight champion and entrepreneur, dead at 76: In memoriam

George Foreman, the legendary boxing champion, has died. Foreman was a larger-than-life personality in the ring, which carried over after his fighting day to a successful run in business as well ...

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Roy Ayers, a jazz legend who influenced hip-hop and R&B musicians, dies at 84

Roy Ayers, a legendary jazz vibraphonist, keyboardist, composer and vocalist known for his spacy, funky 1976 hit “Everybody Loves the Sunshine” has died

ABC News - Mar. 6

Roy Ayers, jazz-soul legend whose music was heavily sampled by younger artists, dies at 84

Roy Ayers, the jazz-soul vibraphonist and bandleader behind 'Everybody Loves the Sunshine,' whose music became the backbone for younger artists, dies at age 84.

Los Angeles Times - Mar. 6

Texas high school football legend known as 'The Sugar Land Express' dies at 89

Legendary Texas high school football player "The Sugar Land Express," who held national rushing record from 1953-2012, has died. Kenneth Hall was 89.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

Former Wyoming Sen. Alan Simpson dies at age 93

Former U.S. Sen. Alan Simpson, a political legend whose quick wit bridged partisan gaps in the years before today’s political acrimony, has died. He was 93.

NBC News - Mar. 14

Slick Watts, former Seattle SuperSonics legend, dies at age 73

The point guard, known for his off-kilter headbands, was a fan favorite in the community and a devoted proponent of Seattle basketball.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15

Heavyweight boxing legend George Foreman dies aged 76

Foreman won his first world heavyweight championship in 1973 and lost it a year later to Muhammad Ali in the famous Rumble in the Jungle fight.

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George Foreman dies: Boxing legend and famous grill namesake dies at age 76

Foreman was a two-time heavyweight champion and an Olympic gold medalist

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Mike Tyson, sports stars and more pay tribute to boxing great George Foreman

Boxers and leading sporting figures celebrate the late heavyweight champion, ‘knockout artist’, preacher and entrepreneur. George Foreman, boxing champion and entrepreneur, dies aged 76 George ...

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Junior Bridgeman, N.B.A. Player Turned Mogul, Dies at 71

He became an entrepreneur during a solid career with the Milwaukee Bucks. He later bought hundreds of fast-food outlets, a Coca-Cola bottling business and Ebony and Jet magazines.

The New York Times - Mar. 15

How Entrepreneurs Can Leverage Uncertainty for Growth

Entrepreneurs can use empathy to find the canary in the coal mine and exploit it for profits and intangible gains.

Inc. - Mar. 8

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

Louisville basketball honors Cards legend Junior Bridgeman at ACC Tournament

Former U of L men's basketball player Junior Bridgeman died this week at 71. The Cards wore a patch honoring him in their first game since he passed.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

Boxing legend George Foreman dead at 76; combat sports community mourns

(This story originally appeared on USATODAY.com) Legendary boxer George Foreman has died at 76, according to a statement released by his family Friday night on his official Instagram

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Photos: George Foreman through the years

Check out these photos of boxing legend George Foreman, who died in March 2025 at 76 , through the years.

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George Foreman's life in pictures

A look back at the life of American boxing heavyweight legend George Foreman, who has died aged 76.

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George Foreman's life in pictures

A look back at the life of American boxing heavyweight legend George Foreman, who has died aged 76.

BBC News - 3d

‘We’ve lost a true legend’: Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner, dies aged 76

Irishman had revealed his cancer diagnosis in December Eddie Jordan gallery: looking back at his life in pictures Tributes have been paid from across Formula One after the death of the former ...

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George Foreman dies at 76: A look at the legend's five most memorable fights, from Joe Frazier to Muhammad Ali

Foreman left an incredible legacy in the boxing ring that includes some of the most historic fights in history

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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 sense

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People 'underestimate' the importance of Chinese President Xi's entrepreneur meeting: Alibaba's Tsai

Alibaba Chairman Joe Tsai said Chinese President Xi Jinping's meeting with entrepreneurs boosted confidence and has been underestimated.

CNBC - Mar. 12

The Entrepreneur’s Unseen Support Staff

The founder’s spouse may not be visible in the workplace, but their help in the background makes all the difference.

Inc. - Mar. 6

Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends: Match Preview, Team News and How to Watch

Liverpool Legends vs Chelsea Legends: An Epic Clash at AnfieldFootball enthusiasts are in for a treat as the Liverpool FC Legends take on the Chelsea FC Legends in a highly anticipated charity ...

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