'Beyond A Legend': Social Media Pays Tribute To George Foreman
George Foreman, former heavyweight boxing champion, who is now a minister, poses for a portrait at the George Foreman Youth and Community Center on Wednesday, July 22, 2015, in Houston. Foreman died on Friday, his family said in a statement. He was 76. (Photo by Brett Coomer/Houston Chronicle via Getty Images)Athletes, celebrities and others on social media shared tributes to George Foreman on Friday after the boxing legend’s death.
The two-time world heavyweight champion who later became known for his iconic grills was “surrounded by loved ones” at the time of his death, his family said in a statement on social media. No cause of death was provided.
He was 76.
On Friday, Mike Tyson shared two pictures of him alongside Foreman as he offered his condolences to the late boxer’s family.
“His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten,” Tyson wrote in a post to X, formerly Twitter.
Condolences to George Foreman’s family. His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten. pic.twitter.com/Xs5QjMukqr
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) March 22, 2025
NBA great Earvin “Magic” Johnson also paid tribute to Foreman on X, writing that it was “really sad” to hear the news of the death of one of his “boxing heroes.”
“I attended so many of George’s championship fights over his career. He was a knockout artist in the ring, and it was a pleasure getting to know him not only as a boxer but as a man,” Johnson wrote.
He added, “After leaving the ring, he turned into an amazing businessman — I even bought one of the first George Foreman grills!” Cookie and I will be praying for his family during this time. 🙏🏾”
I was really sad to hear the news that one of my boxing heroes, George Foreman, passing away. I attended so many of George’s championship fights over his career. He was a knockout artist in the ring, and it was a pleasure getting to know him not only as a boxer but as a man.…
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) March 22, 2025
Louis Riddick, an ESPN football commentator, recalled witnessing “The Battle of the Ages” match between Foreman and fellow boxer Evander Holyfield that left him in “total awe” back in 1991.
“Total disbelief. The athlete, the size, the power, never sat down between rounds,” wrote Riddick of Foreman, who eventually lost the match to Holyfield in a 12-round unanimous decision.
He continued, “One of the greatest athletic events I have ever witnessed. Condolences to his family and loved ones.”
Witnessed the marvel that was George Foreman in person vs Evander Holyfield in Atlantic City in 1991. Was in total awe. Total disbelief. The athlete, the size, the power, never sat down between rounds. One of the greatest athletic events I have ever witnessed. Condolences to his…
— Louis Riddick (@LRiddickESPN) March 22, 2025
Former ESPN personality Trey Wingo remarked on Foreman’s “fascinating” career arc.
“At his peak he was arguably the scariest dude to ever see across from you in the ring,” Wingo declared.
“His 2nd act was that of a benevolent lovable businessman who made a fortune selling burger grillers. A true American original. RIP.”
The George Foreman career arc is fascinating. At his peak he was arguably the scariest dude to ever see across from you in the ring. His 2nd act was that of a benevolent lovable businessman who made a fortune selling burger grillers. A true American original. RIP pic.twitter.com/GHWN04QouT
— trey wingo (@wingoz) March 22, 2025
Actor John Cusack wrote that Foreman was “beyond a legend in the ring” as he described the boxing icon as “just a wonderful spirit.”
“An incredibly kind generous man,” Cusack wrote.
“In person I always remember every encounter with great gratitude - it was an honor to know him.”
Rip George Foreman -
— John Cusack (@johncusack) March 22, 2025
Beyond a legend in the ring - just a wonderful spirit - an incredibly kind generous man - in person
I always remember every encounter with great gratitude - it was an honor to know him.
You can read more tributes from the sports world and beyond below.
Rest in peace, George Foreman. Your legacy lives on, champ. 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/7v5XBSZfTi
— Scottie Pippen (@ScottiePippen) March 22, 2025
Heartbroken to hear about my guy @GeorgeForeman . Loved this guy. Had the pleasure of traveling, talking, crying , arguing, eating and hanging with this guy all over the globe on a project called “Better Late Than Never”. Gonna miss you champ. pic.twitter.com/VDTyzm78tT
— Jeff Dye (@JeffDye) March 22, 2025
Condolences to the family of George Foreman. 😔
— William Shatner (@WilliamShatner) March 22, 2025
I was honored to present @GeorgeForeman the @WBCBoxing green belt which my father Jose Sulaiman had ready and was in a drawer for more than 30 years pic.twitter.com/yePs7o8rTL
— Mauricio Sulaiman (@wbcmoro) March 22, 2025
My deepest respects to George Foreman — a true warrior and legend. Rest easy, Champ.
— Alycia Baumgardner (@alyciambaum) March 22, 2025
Good case to be made that George Foreman fashioned the greatest second act in sports history. And it was more than reclaiming the title. It was a total transformation.
— Jeremy Schaap (@JeremySchaap) March 22, 2025
Rest in Peace George Foreman and condolences to his entire family. He did great things inside and outside of the ring. Big George Forever Goated
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) March 22, 2025
My dude @JustinianMc The Sharpie SharpMaster did this on George Foreman… a few years back… RIP this hitting me tuff as George was one of my HEROES pic.twitter.com/N6VbxYJxJt
— Chuck D (@MrChuckD) March 22, 2025
RIP George Foreman. A giant of a man in every way. As feared a boxer as ever there was, pre Rumble. Then: As beloved a pitchman as ever sold a product. Such a rare human.
— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) March 22, 2025
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