George Foreman found the love of his life in wife Mary Joan Martelly, but it took a few bumps along the road to get to her. The late heavyweight champion — who died at the age of 76 in March 2025 — kept his personal life away from the public eye, including his marriage. Though his past divorces made headlines, Foreman settled down with Martelly when they wed in 1985.
Foreman’s family broke the news of his death in March 2025 in an Instagram post shared to his account. The announcement read, “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.’
Describing the late athlete as a “devout preacher, a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grand and great grandfather,” the Foremans added that he “lived a life marked by unwavering faith, humility and purpose.”
“A humanitarian, an Olympian, and two-time heavyweight champion of the world, he was deeply respected — a force for good, a man of discipline, conviction, and a protector of his legacy, fighting tirelessly to preserve his good name— for his family,” the announcement read. “We are grateful for the outpouring of love and prayers, and kindly ask for privacy as we honor the extraordinary life of a man we were blessed to call our own.”
Below, learn more about Foreman’s current wife and his ex-wives.
Foreman was married five times throughout his life.
