George Foreman went from a young feared and ferocious heavyweight champion to a 10-year exile from the sport he loved.
When he returned as a lovable older and wiser man, no one thought he would regain the Heavyweight championship until he knocked out Michael Moorer with one punch to become the oldest heavyweight champion of all-time.
So, George is always up for a challenge, but his latest one might surprise you.
NBC is taking five celebrated men from across genres on an epic adventure throughout Asia with its new alternative comedy series “Better Late Than Never.”
Award-winning actor, producer, writer and director Henry Winkler (“Royal Pains”), Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor, director and writer William Shatner (“The Practice”), celebrated football legend and NFL analyst Terry Bradshaw (“Fox NFL Sunday”), boxing Hall of Famer and gold medal winner turned businessman George Foreman and comedian Jeff Dye (NBC’s “I Can Do That”) embark on the ultimate international excursion with no assistants, no limousines and no lattes, in search of an intimate, life-changing experience.
The one-hour series travels to Tokyo, Kyoto, Seoul, Hong Kong, Phuket and Chiang Mai before heading home. The five navigate their way through each city – communicating with the local population, immersing themselves in local traditions and enjoying exotic food – all the while dealing with the unexpected twists and turns that any trip presents.
As they check off items on their own personal bucket lists, the five rely on each other for support and encouragement and, in the process, demonstrate that friendship is the ultimate gift.
I had the opportunity to speak to George about “Better Late than Never” and also his take on the current heavyweight decision on my Drip Drop Hour podcast (go to 39 min mark)
https://soundcloud.com/dripdrophour/usain-bolt-cheating-ryan-lochte-lying-george-foreman-interview-rg3-new-lady-more-ep-37
“Better Late Than Never” debuts today on NBC 10pm EST/9PM CST.