Mike Tyson has paid tribute to legendary former heavyweight champion George Foreman, who died at the age of 76.
An Olympic gold medallist in 1968, Foreman claimed his first heavyweight title with a stoppage win over Joe Frazier in 1973.
However, Tyson via a post on social media, which included photos of the two men together stated that Foreman’s contribution to the growth of boxing won’t be forgotten.
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“Condolences to George Foreman’s family. His contribution to boxing and beyond will never be forgotten.”
Foreman, who was married five times and is survived by 12 children, was an inspiration to many fighters.
Foreman fathered 12 children, daughters Natalia, Leola, Michi, Isabella, Courtney, Georgetta and Freeda (who died in 2019), along with five sons all named George Edward Foreman.
He is survived by his fifth wife Mary Joan Martelly, who he married in 1985 and his children.
