George Foreman, the legendary boxer, has been married five times, leading to a rather eventful personal life. Each of his marriages has its own unique story, from the duration of the marriage to significant events and controversies.

First Marriage: Adrienne Calhoun (1971-1974)

Foreman's first marriage was to Adrienne Calhoun, whom he married in December 1971. Unfortunately, infidelity became an issue for the couple, as Foreman had an affair with a woman named Pamela Clay, who is the mother of Foreman's eldest son, George Foreman Jr. The marriage ended in February 1974. Adrienne and George share one child, a daughter named Michi.

Second Marriage: Cynthia Lewis (1977-1979)

In 1977, Foreman married former Miss Black Teenage America Cynthia Lewis. Their marriage was tumultuous, with Lewis alleging both physical and mental abuse by Foreman. She claimed she wasn’t allowed to watch TV or wear short sleeves, pants, or jewelry. The couple divorced around 1979.

Third Marriage: Sharon Goodson (1981-1982)

Foreman's third marriage was to Sharon Goodson, which lasted less than a year, from 1981 to 1982. The marriage did not result in any children.

Fourth Marriage: Andrea Skeete (1982-1985)

In 1982, Foreman quickly married Andrea Skeete, but they divorced in 1985. They had two children together, George Foreman III and Freeda. Tragically, Freeda had a brief career in professional boxing and died in March 2019 of an apparent suicide.

Fifth and Current Marriage: Mary Joan Martelly (1985-present)

Foreman married his current wife, Mary Joan Martelly, in 1985. They have been together since then and are parents to five children, George IV, George V, George VI, Leola, and Natalie. The couple also adopted two children, Isabella Brandie Lilja in 2009 and Courtney Isaac in 2012.

Additional Children

In addition to his marriages, Foreman has a total of 12 children, including five sons named George, five biological daughters—Michi, Natalia, Leola, Georgetta, and Freeda—and two adopted daughters, Isabella and Courtney.

Controversies and Events

Throughout his marital history, the former heavyweight champion has faced various controversies related to his marriages. These include allegations of abuse, infidelity, and tragic events such as the death of his daughter, Freeda. Despite these challenges, Foreman has continued to navigate through his personal life while leaving a significant impact on the boxing world and beyond.

George Foreman's marital history is a tapestry of triumphs, challenges, and tragedies. From his multiple marriages to the complexities of family life, Foreman's personal journey has been as eventful in and out of the boxing ring.

As Foreman, 75, continues to be an influential figure in the world of sports and beyond, his marital history stands as a testament to the complexities of human relationships and the resilience of the human spirit. A humble reminder that even god-like figures in any field are, at the end of the day, still just humans like us.

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