About George Foster
Lived 1940 – 2019 (aged 78). George Foster was an American boxer.
George Foster (May 30, 1940 – February 24, 2019) was an American amateur champion and professional boxer.
Early life Foster was born in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Amateur career Representing Ohio, Foster won the 1960 United States Amateur Featherweight Championship, the 1962 United States Amateur Lightweight Championship and 1962 Golden Gloves Featherweight Championship.
Pro career Known as "Kid Foster", Foster turned pro in 1962 and retired in 1972 after a TKO loss to Esteban De Jesús, a bout in which Foster was knocked down once in the 2nd, 3rd, and 6th rounds.
Death Foster died on February 24, 2019, at the age of 78.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was George Foster?
American professional boxer
When was George Foster born?
George Foster was born on 30 May 1940.
When did George Foster die?
George Foster died on 24 February 2019.
What was George Foster's occupation?
George Foster was a boxer.
What nationality was George Foster?
George Foster was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: George Foster (boxer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). George Foster. https://biography.guide/george-foster-boxer/
MLA: "George Foster." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/george-foster-boxer/.
Chicago: "George Foster." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/george-foster-boxer/.
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