
Mike Tyson
Sign in to saveAlso known as Michael Tyson, Iron Mike Tyson, Malik Abdul Aziz, Malik Abdul Azeez, The Baddest Man on the Planet, Baddest Man on the Planet, M. Tyson, M.Tyson
Michael Gerard Tyson is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 2005, and again in 2024. Nicknamed "Iron Mike" and "Kid Dynamite" in his early career, and later known as "the Baddest Man on the Planet", Tyson is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time, and one of the most intimidating men in boxing history. He reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990.
Mike Tyson is an American professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 2005 and returned to boxing in 2024, earning nicknames like "Iron Mike" and "the Baddest Man on the Planet" throughout his career. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time, having served as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990.
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miketyson.com →With nicknames such as “Iron” Mike, Kid Dynamite, and The Baddest Man on the Planet, Tyson’s legacy is undisputed. One of the most feared boxers in the ring, his resume proves he is one of the boxing greats: in addition to being the Undisputed Heavyweight Champion, Tyson holds the record as the youngest boxer to win the WBC, WBA, and IBF world heavyweight titles. He was also the first heavyweight boxer to hold the WBA, WBC, and IBF titles simultaneously, In 2011, Tyson was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame, and in 2013 he was inaugurated into the Las Vegas Hall of Fame and his memoir Undisputed Truth, written with Larry Sloman became a NYT best seller. Tyson’s enduring mass appeal is not only because of his incomparable athleticism, but due to his interesting and exciting personality, along with his unrivaled showmanship. His ability to work a crowd extends far beyond the ring. Tyson’s career in entertainment spans everything from blockbuster movies (The Hangover and The Hangover 2) to documentaries. He has also toured nationally and internationally with his critically acclaimed Broadway one-man show, Mike Tyson: UNDISPUTED TRUTH, which additionally aired as an HBO special. After a successful run at MGM Grand’s Hollywood Theater, the show debuted on Broadway under famed director Spike Lee, before a return to the MGM and a national tour. For the first time in 15 years, Mike Tyson returned to the ring and fought against Roy Jones Jr. in an eight- round exhibition fight on Saturday, November 28th, 2020 at The Staples Center in Los Angeles. The boxing match was the 9th highest viewed on pay-per-view in history and streamed on Triller PPV. In fall of 2021, Mike Tyson launched Tyson 2.0, which is a premier cannabis company. The company's mission is to produce innovative, high-quality cannabis products known for purity, precision, and wide accessibility. Providing consumers an outstanding selection of products, Tyson 2.0 is an extraordinary balance of premium and affordable, full-spectrum cannabis flower, concentrates, and consumables available at retailers nationwide. Currently Tyson 2.0 products are in dispensaries in these select states: California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Nevada, Massachusetts, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Washington D.C, Washington State, and more to come. Learn more at Tyson20.com. Mike’s podcast HotBoxin’ started in 2018 (on which Tyson talks with some of the world’s greatest sports legends, actors, and more) has been listened to over 40 Million times. His expansive digital footprint reaches over 400 million people, and in 2019 Tyson accumulated over 1.4 billion impressions on social media. Mike made his debut in Bollywood in 2022, featured in an Indian sports action film Liger. Tyson also co-star in the film Vendetta alongside Bruce Willis. Mike recently filmed a dramatic thriller with actor Sean Penn and Tye Sheridan called Asphalt City. Mike has also launched his eponymous merchandise brand, Mike Tyson Collection, on his website (www.miketyson.com ) ranging from shirts to accessories for men and women. Last Spring Tyson Pro (www.TysonPro.com) was launched an apparel and high-end boxing equipment for both, boxing pros and enthusiasts. Earlier this year he announced Iron Remedy; A Testosterone Treatment Protocol. In 2011, Tyson was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame, and in 2013 he was inaugurated into the Las Vegas Hall of Fame and his memoir Undisputed Truth, written with Larry Sloman became a NYT best seller.
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Michael Gerard Tyson (born June 30, 1966) is an American cannabis entrepreneur and former professional boxer who competed between 1985 and 2024. Nicknamed "Iron Mike" and "Kid Dynamite" in his early career, and later known as "the Baddest Man on the Planet", Tyson is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time, and one of the most intimidating men in boxing history. He reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990.
Tyson won his first 19 professional fights by knockout, 12 of them in the first round. Claiming his first belt at the age of 20, Tyson holds the record as the youngest boxer ever to win a heavyweight title. He was the first heavyweight boxer to simultaneously hold the World Boxing Association (WBA), World Boxing Council (WBC), and International Boxing Federation (IBF) titles, as well as the only heavyweight to unify them in succession. The following year, Tyson became the lineal champion when he knocked out Michael Spinks in 91 seconds into the first round. In 1990, Tyson lost the undisputed heavyweight championship when he was knocked out by underdog Buster Douglas, making it one of the biggest upsets in boxing history.
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