Robert Griffin III tweeted, “Rest in Peace to the LEGENDARY George Foreman who passed away at 76. More than just a boxing World HeavyweightChamp, Olympic Gold Medalist and George Foreman Grill maker. He was a Man of God, a Preacher and the embodiment of Power. Prayers up for Big George and his family.”

Receiving sad news is a moment that sticks to your memory for life The great George Foreman has passed away Legendary boxing champion, life changing preacher, Husband, father, grand and great grandfather and the best friend you could have. His memory is now eternal , may Big…

Some devastating news hit on Friday night after the family of boxing legend George Foreman announced his death at the age of 76. Using Foreman's official Instagram account, his family posted a joint statement revealing that the two-time heavyweight champion passed away on Friday.

George Foreman, the two-time heavyweight champion, has been described by family members as "a man of unwavering faith and humility" following his death in Texas, US

George Foreman has died aged 76, and fellow boxing icon Mike Tyson paid tribute to the two-time world heavyweight champion after his family shared the sad news on social media

Mike Tyson and Scottie Pippen were among the public figures to pay tribute to George Foreman after his passing on Friday.

Some knew George Foreman for the double-sided fat-reducing cooking machine that bears his name and earned him an estimated $200 million in endorsement money.

Mike Tyson once named the boxing legend he most wanted to face from any era. Tyson enjoyed an iconic boxing career, winning the world heavyweight title, aged just 20, when he stopped Trevor Berbick to claim the famous green and gold WBC title.