George Foreman, who passed away at 76, was renowned for his achievements as a heavyweight boxing champion and Olympic gold medalist. However, he gained additional fame outside of the boxing ring due to his association with the George Foreman grill, a household appliance he endorsed starting in 1994.

The innovative design of the George Foreman grill revolutionized indoor grilling, offering a fast and smokeless cooking experience that appealed to health-conscious consumers in the 1990s. Foreman's own physical fitness and friendly persona made him the ideal spokesperson for the product, which led to its widespread popularity.

Through an endorsement deal with Salton Inc. in 1994, Foreman became the face of the grill. The appliance's success soared, with over 100 million units sold worldwide in the following years. Foreman's association with the grill not only brought him substantial earnings but also enhanced his public recognition.

Foreman's collaboration with Salton Inc. was financially rewarding, with reports suggesting he earned a considerable portion of the grill's profits, amounting to a monthly paycheck of $4.5 million at its peak.