Breaking news: George Foreman, boxing champion and grilling magnate, dies at 76

He claimed a world title in his 20s and again in his 40s, and then made millions selling grills.

View in browser March 21, 2025, 10:17 p.m. ET BREAKING NEWS The Ring Magazine George Foreman, Boxing Champion and Grilling Magnate, Dies at 76 George Foreman, a heavyweight boxing champion who returned to the sport to regain his title at the improbable age of 45, and parlayed his fame and amiable personality into a multimillion-dollar grill business, died on Friday. He was 76. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018