Mike Tyson

Date of Birth: June 30, 1966

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Michael Gerard Tyson, better known as Mike Tyson, is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 2005. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Tyson is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. His ferocious and intimidating style earned him the nickname “Iron Mike” and later “The Baddest Man on the Planet.” Tyson became the youngest heavyweight champion in history at the age of 20, winning his first 19 professional fights by knockout. His career was marked by both astounding success and dramatic controversies, including a highly publicized conviction for rape in 1992, for which he served three years in prison. After his release, Tyson attempted several comebacks, facing mixed success. Beyond boxing, Tyson has appeared in movies, television shows, and has even ventured into the cannabis industry. Tyson’s life story is a complex tapestry of triumph, scandal, and redemption.

5 Interesting Facts about Mike Tyson

1. Mike Tyson was the youngest boxer to win the WBC, WBA, and IBF heavyweight titles at 20 years old.

2. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the World Boxing Hall of Fame.

3. Tyson’s boxing style was known for its power and defensive abilities, particularly his use of the “peek-a-boo” style taught by his trainer, Cus D’Amato.

4. He has a tattoo of Mao Zedong on his right arm and a tribal tattoo on his face.

5. Tyson has ventured into acting and has appeared in movies such as “The Hangover” series and the animated TV series “Mike Tyson Mysteries.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Mike Tyson

1. “Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.”

2. “I’m the best ever. I’m the most brutal and vicious, and most ruthless champion there’s ever been.”

3. “Fear is your best friend or your worst enemy. It’s like fire. If you can control it, it can cook for you; it can heat your house. If you can’t control it, it will burn everything around you and destroy you.”

4. “I could feel his muscle tissues collapse under my force. It’s ludicrous these mortals even attempt to enter my realm.”

5. “I’m gonna make sure you talk about me, your grandkids and kids after that are gonna know about me. Your great-grandkids will say ‘wow, wasn’t that a bizarre individual?’”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Mike Tyson’s net worth was estimated to be around $300 million.

Children

Mike Tyson has seven children: Mikey Lorna Tyson, Rayna Tyson, Amir Tyson, Miguel Leon Tyson, Exodus Tyson (deceased), Milan Tyson, and Morocco Tyson.