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LAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 26: Former boxer Mike Tyson attends the super welterweight boxing match between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor on August 26, 2017 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

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LAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 26: Former boxer Mike Tyson attends the super welterweight boxing match between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Conor McGregor on August 26, 2017 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Mike Tyson is known for his candid and unfiltered remarks, and he recently gave a ‘cold blooded’ response to a guest on his podcast who opened up about the hardships he faced in his career. The former boxing champion and now popular podcast host didn’t hold back in showing his support for the guest, proving yet again that he is not afraid to speak his mind.
The guest was none other than comedian Tommy Davidson, who shared his struggles in trying to make it in the entertainment industry. His story included working as a chef at the Ramada Inn and performing at a strip club in DC. And ‘Iron’ Mike admired Davidson’s unusual path to success.
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Tommy Davidson details his journey to becoming a comedian
In the episode, Davidson details how he had a friend named Howard who was also struggling at the time. However, Davidson revealed that he got a job at the Ramada Inn but was slammed by his friend for not pursuing comedy. Later, Howard convinced Davidson to take a job at a strip club in Washington DC. The club was called the Penthouse, which he described as the worst in the city.
He then recounted his conversation with Howard before his first performance, saying, “The manager comes out, you know all right you got five minutes man. Howard told me, f**k I don’t care what you do just say something on that mic.” Davidson was nervous but made the audience laugh with his first joke. He said, “From the first thing I said everybody laughed, well and I’m sitting here now, that’s how it happened.” This experience led Davidson to pursue a career in comedy and eventually become quite successful in his profession. Moreover, this even prompted Tyson to give the perfect reply to Davidson’s story.
Mike Tyson gives the perfect reply after hearing Davidson’s story
The former two-time heavyweight champion responded with just two words that perfectly described Davidson’s will. “Cold-blooded,” he said. However, Tyson’s response to his guest’s story was revealing of his own experience in the entertainment industry. Like Davidson, Tyson also grew up in a tough environment where he was constantly bullied. In addition, his tough upbringing shaped his perspective and gave him a thick skin, which he demonstrated in his reaction to his guest’s story.
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LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 16: Mike Tyson is seen on June 16, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Hollywood To You/Star Max/GC Images)
Davidson’s journey from being a chef to performing in a strip club and eventually becoming a comedian is a motivating one. It is a testament to the power of determination and hard work. Moreover, this story is a valuable lesson for anyone facing challenges in their career or personal life to follow their dreams.
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