Former heavyweight champion George Foreman, who inspired Howard Cosell's legendary call, "Down goes Frazier!" in dethroning Joe Frazier as world heavyweight champion, has just distributed a statement on Monday night's death of Smokin' Joe.
"The term 'one and only' has been widely used to introduce many a celebrity, athlete and politician. Generally they've appeared in print, TV or movies.
"With most of these folks, 'one and only' is the last definition they deserve. [Because when] you see them at home, at work, on the TV, campaigning, visiting the poor -- [and then] in the presence of the rich and famous -- you might see a different person.
"One hello for the rich, a goodbye for the poor.
"Even a special handshake for the haves and the have nots.
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