Mike Tyson

About

Michael Gerard Tyson, born on June 30, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York, is one of the most iconic figures in professional boxing. His early life was marked by adversity, with his father abandoning him and his mother passing away when he was 16. Tyson was introduced to boxing by Bobby Stewart at a juvenile detention center, which became his escape from a life of crime and poverty. Under the guidance of Cus D'Amato, Tyson developed his unique fighting style, characterized by his formidable punching power and the peek-a-boo defense. Tyson's career was meteoric, becoming the youngest heavyweight champion at 20 by defeating Trevor Berbick in 1986. He unified the WBA, WBC, and IBF titles in 1987. Despite facing numerous challenges, including a prison sentence and controversies like the infamous Holyfield ear-biting incident, Tyson remains a boxing legend. His post-boxing career includes acting, notably in "The Hangover" and his animated series "Mike Tyson Mysteries." Tyson's legacy is complex, reflecting both his fierce dominance in the ring and his tumultuous personal life.