“Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr. who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones,” the post said.

George Foreman, who has died aged 76, was a heavyweight boxing world champion and Olympic gold medalist. Out of the ring, Foreman became a household name for a different reason: his namesake grill.

The George Foreman Grill has sold more than 100 million units worldwide. The product first surpassed the 100 million mark in 2009, around 15 years after it hit shelves under Foreman's name ...

But George Foreman’s grill straddled two weight-loss trends: the fat-free movement, where fats and oils and flavor were considered toxic substances, and the growing Atkins all-protein diet.

A countertop grill. The two-time heavyweight champ and Olympic gold medalist, who passed away on March 21 at 76, made more money from the George Foreman Grill than he ever did throwing punches.

Foreman was dubbed “Big George” early in his career due to his imposing size: He was 6’3″ and weighed between 220 and 230 pounds. He packed on weight for his comeback, weighing in at 250.

The George Foreman Grill has sold more than 100 million units worldwide. The product first surpassed the 100 million mark in 2009, around 15 years after it hit shelves under Foreman's name ...

“Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman Sr. who peacefully departed on March 21, 2025 surrounded by loved ones,” the post said.