George Foreman won a gold medal in the heavyweight division at the 1968 Mexico City Olympics before turning professional.
He retired from boxing in 1977 but made a successful comeback in 1987, culminating in regaining the heavyweight title in 1994.
Outside the ring, Foreman became a successful entrepreneur, notably endorsing the George Foreman Grill, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide.
He is also an ordained minister and has been involved in various charitable activities, including founding the George Foreman Youth and Community Center in Houston, Texas.
Titles and Achievements:
World Titles:
WBA Heavyweight Champion (1973–1974)
WBC Heavyweight Champion (1973–1974)
The Ring Heavyweight Champion (1973–1974)
IBF Heavyweight Champion (1994–1995)
WBA Heavyweight Champion (1994–1995)
Notable Achievements:
Became the oldest boxer to win the World Heavyweight Championship at age 45 by defeating Michael Moorer in 1994.
Notable Fights:
Vs. Joe Frazier I (January 22, 1973): Won by TKO in the 2nd round to claim The Ring, WBA and WBC World Heavyweight titles.
Vs. Muhammad Ali (October 30, 1974): Lost by KO in the 8th round in the famous "Rumble in the Jungle."
Vs. Ron Lyle (January 24, 1976): Won by KO in the 5th round in a bout named 1976 Ring Magazine Fight of the Year.
Vs. Michael Moorer (November 5, 1994): Won by KO in the 10th round to become the oldest World Heavyweight Champion.
Vs. Shannon Briggs (November 22, 1997): Lost by majority decision in his final professional fight.