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Houston To Honor George Foreman: Boxer, Pitchman, Humanitarian, and Broadcaster

Changing his image from a bully to a pugilistic preacher endeared Foreman to the masses unlike any other from the sport.

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George Foreman flexes before a fight against Shannon Briggs at the Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort in 1997. Charles Rex AP/Arbogast
GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

A public memorial service to celebrate the life of boxing champion George Foreman is planned for Monday at his hometown of Houston, Texas. Family, friends, and fans will gather at the Wortham Theater Center to pay homage to Foreman, who died last month at age 76.

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GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Mr. Willis is an accomplished writer whose career reflects an unwavering dedication to journalism. His unique insights and extensive contributions have been featured in various press outlets. A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, he and his wife Janelle reside at Aventura, Florida.

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