Charlie Zelenoff shot to fame when former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder went to his gym and beat him up, as Zelenoff made some inappropriate remarks about his daughter. He got a lot of criticism online for his contentious comments. However, he was once beaten up by another boxer, which created a buzz online. A resurfaced video [https://fb.watch/gq3cqCZApD/] shows Zelenoff getting inside the ring with a 16-year-old boxer. The latter apparently released a flurry of punches on Zelenoff. The 34-year-old was getting hit from every direction, and in the initial seconds of the fight, he got outside the ring to save himself. DIVE DEEPER: WATCH: Deontay Wilder Once Travelled All the Way to Los Angeles to Beat Up a Guy Who Racially Abused Him and Threatened His Daughter [https://www.essentiallysports.com/boxing-news-watch-deontay-wilder-once-travelled-all-the-way-to-los-angeles-to-beat-up-a-guy-who-racially-abused-him-and-threatened-his-daughter/] Zelenoff reentered the ring and tried hitting the young fighter hard this time. However, the latter dodged the punches and gave Zelenoff some severe punishment. Both of them left the ring after the fight, but Zelenoff continued to say things that upset the 16-year-old. Then, until the gym patrons intervened to separate them, the latter struck Zelenoff angrily and began choking him while he lay on the ground. FANS REACT TO CHARLIE ZELENOFF GETTING PUNISHED ‘Internet’s most hated man’, Charlie Zelenoff often goes to gyms in Los Angeles and challenges boxers training there. His videos are available on YouTube, and people clutter the comments section to troll him. Here are some of the best reactions from the below video. One internet user wrote, “Everyone has their day dude was looking for it. Surprise didn’t happened sooner.” Someone made a sarcastic comment by calling him a champion, “Ahh yes the #1 undisputed champion of boxing chaaaaarlie zellllenofff.” “Thats good for him lesson learn ha ha KARMA” “Bro quit boxing after that fs” “That should humble him…..” Some fans even branded the young kid as Mike Tyson’s [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/mike-tyson/] son, “That’s not Tysons son Good video tho!!” “The bully got bully” WATCH THIS STORY: Five Infamous Altercations of Mike Tyson outside the Ring [https://www.essentiallysports.com/stories/boxing-news-five-infamous-altercations-of-mike-tyson-outside-the-ring/] Zelenoff has been trolled several times, and now people just enjoy seeing him getting beaten up. Back in 2014, he made some racial comments about Deontay Wilder [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/deontay-wilder/] and also said that he would duct-tape his daughter. ‘The Bronze Bomber’ traveled to Los Angeles to punish Zelenoff for his remarks. The latter apparently ran for his life as Wilder released some powerful blows on him. In the interim, what do you think about Zelenoff getting beat up by the young kid? Let us know in the comments below. 

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<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Deontay Wilder 2021: Record, Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements</h2>
Deontay Wilder is an American professional boxer who is a former WBC heavyweight champion. He lost his belt to Tyson Fury in February 2020 after his cornermen threw in the towel in the seventh round.

Following his loss to 'The Gypsy King', Wilder stands at #3 when it comes to the top-ranked heavyweights in the boxing circuit, as per the <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://tbrb.org/rankings" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Transnational Boxing Rankings Board</a>. Also, he stands at #3 according to <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.ringtv.com/ratings/?weightclass=272" target="_blank" rel="noopener">The Ring Magazine</a> as of September 2021.

[caption id="attachment_441154" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-441154" src="https://www.staging.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1150199900-2.jpg" alt="Deontay Wilder" width="1920" height="1435" /> NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 18: Deontay Wilder celebrates after knocking out Dominic Breazeale in the first round during their bout for Wilder's WBC heavyweight title at Barclays Center on May 18, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)[/caption]

He is known for his unique fighting style, which involves setting up his vicious right hand as the 'Bronze Bomber' has unrivaled power in the sport. What makes it even more impressive is that he is not even the biggest heavyweight.
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Deontay Wilder: Record 2021</h2>
'The Bronze Bomber' made his debut in the professional circuit at the age of 23, back in 2008. He took on Ethan Cox and knocked him to the canvas thrice en route to a second-round TKO victory.

By mid-October in 2012, Wilder had racked up an astonishing streak of 25 <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/richest-boxers/deontay-wilder-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">wins</a>, having ended each fight via knockout. None of these fights went beyond the fourth round. In 2015, Wilder won the WBC title.

[caption id="attachment_419450" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-419450" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201022181035/GettyImages-1067410352.jpg" alt="Deontay Wilder" width="1920" height="1280" /> LOS ANGELES, USA - DECEMBER 01: Deontay Wilder (R) lands a left hand against Tyson Fury (L) and knocks him down during WBC Heavyweight Championship at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California on December 01, 2018.<br />(Photo by Philip Pacheco/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)[/caption]

In his amateur career, Wilder won the U.S. Olympic trials and <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/deontay-wilder" target="_blank" rel="noopener">earned</a>?a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. It was the only medal that came back to the U.S. in boxing.

Heading into 2021, Wilder is coming off his first career loss from his rematch against Tyson Fury with his <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://boxrec.com/en/proboxer/468841" target="_blank" rel="noopener">record</a> at 42-1-1. Now, he will aim to avenge his only loss in a highly anticipated trilogy against <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/tyson-fury/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fury</a> on October 9, 2021.
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Deontay Wilder: Net Worth 2021</h2>
As of 2021, per <a href="https://www.forbes.com/profile/deontay-wilder/?sh=617efd6f60e1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Forbes</a>, Wilder has earned over $46.5 million. 'The Bronze Bomber' has an estimated net worth of $40 million, according to <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.wealthypersons.com/deontay-wilder-net-worth-2020-2021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">wealthypersons.com</a>. He reportedly made $25 million from the Fury rematch, making it his biggest fight purse as of September 2021.

As he is set for another mega-fight against Fury, Deontay Wilder's net worth could skyrocket in 2021.
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Deontay Wilder: Foundation and Charity</h2>
Wilder is no stranger to doing good for the people. So much so, that in 2019, Pope Francis <a href="https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/news/deontay-wilder-named-ambassador-peace-pope-francis" target="_blank" rel="noopener">named</a> him Boxing's Ambassador for Peace.?Other than this, Wilder is known for his?<a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://twitter.com/BronzeBomber/status/1119772222921396225" target="_blank" rel="noopener">work</a> in his hometown of Alabama.
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">Deontay Wilder: Endorsements 2021</h2>
With global fame comes a lot of endorsement deals and sponsorships. The former champion has a deal with Raising Cane's as seen on his fight?<a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B9cLLaphO8i/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">uniforms</a>?on multiple occasions.

As per Forbes, Wilder has earned approximately $500,000 through his endorsement deals. He also has a deal with <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://teameverlast.everlast.com/heavyweight-champion-deontay-wilder-signs-new-deal-with-everlast/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Everlast Boxing</a>,?<a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B9VDdW9hVo1/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PureKana CBD,</a> amongst many others.
<h2 class="jsx-3677412058" style="text-align: center">How to Contact Deontay Wilder?</h2>
<a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.facebook.com/bronzebomber/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Facebook</a>,?<a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://twitter.com/BronzeBomber?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a>,?<a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.instagram.com/bronzebomber/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Instagram</a>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>35</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>6'7"</td>
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<td>Reach</td>
<td>83"</td>
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<td>Total Fights</td>
<td>44</td>
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<td>Wins</td>
<td>42</td>
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<td>Wins by KO</td>
<td>41</td>
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<td>Losses</td>
<td>1</td>
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<td>Draws</td>
<td>1</td>
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<td>Net Worth</td>
<td>$40 million</td>
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<td>?Engaged</td>
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<td>Telli <a class="jsx-2733623271" href="https://www.standard.co.uk/showbiz/celebrity-news/deontay-wilder-fiancee-telli-swift-about-a4367976.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Swift</a></td>
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<td>four</td>
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<td>?American</td>
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<td>?Everlast, PureKana CBD</td>
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<td>Bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Games, Former WBC heavyweight champion</td>
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Deontay Wilder 2021: Record, Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements Deontay Wilder is an American professional boxer who is a former WBC heavyweight champion. He lost his belt to Tyson Fury in February 2020 after his cornermen threw in the towel in the seventh round. Following his loss to &#8216;The Gypsy King&#8217;, Wilder stands at #3 when it comes to the top-ranked heavyweights in the boxing circuit, as per the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board. Also, he stands at #3 according to The Ring Magazine as of September 2021. NEW YORK, NEW YORK &#8211; MAY 18: Deontay Wilder celebrates after knocking out Dominic Breazeale in the first round during their bout for Wilder&#8217;s WBC heavyweight title at Barclays Center on May 18, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) He is known for his unique fighting style, which involves setting up his vicious right hand as the &#8216;Bronze Bomber&#8217; has unrivaled power in the sport. What makes it even more impressive is that he is not even the biggest heavyweight. Deontay Wilder: Record 2021 &#8216;The Bronze Bomber&#8217; made his debut in the professional circuit at the age of 23, back in 2008. He took on Ethan Cox and knocked him to the canvas thrice en route to a second-round TKO victory. By mid-October in 2012, Wilder had racked up an astonishing streak of 25 wins, having ended each fight via knockout. None of these fights went beyond the fourth round. In 2015, Wilder won the WBC title. LOS ANGELES, USA &#8211; DECEMBER 01: Deontay Wilder (R) lands a left hand against Tyson Fury (L) and knocks him down during WBC Heavyweight Championship at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California on December 01, 2018.(Photo by Philip Pacheco/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images) In his amateur career, Wilder won the U.S. Olympic trials and earned?a bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Games. It was the only medal that came back to the U.S. in boxing. Heading into 2021, Wilder is coming off his first career loss from his rematch against Tyson Fury with his record at 42-1-1. Now, he will aim to avenge his only loss in a highly anticipated trilogy against Fury on October 9, 2021. Deontay Wilder: Net Worth 2021 As of 2021, per Forbes, Wilder has earned over $46.5 million. &#8216;The Bronze Bomber&#8217; has an estimated net worth of $40 million, according to wealthypersons.com. He reportedly made $25 million from the Fury rematch, making it his biggest fight purse as of September 2021. As he is set for another mega-fight against Fury, Deontay Wilder&#8217;s net worth could skyrocket in 2021. Deontay Wilder: Foundation and Charity Wilder is no stranger to doing good for the people. So much so, that in 2019, Pope Francis named him Boxing&#8217;s Ambassador for Peace.?Other than this, Wilder is known for his?work in his hometown of Alabama. Deontay Wilder: Endorsements 2021 With global fame comes a lot of endorsement deals and sponsorships. The former champion has a deal with Raising Cane&#8217;s as seen on his fight?uniforms?on multiple occasions. As per Forbes, Wilder has earned approximately $500,000 through his endorsement deals. He also has a deal with Everlast Boxing,?PureKana CBD, amongst many others. How to Contact Deontay Wilder? Facebook,?Twitter,?Instagram  Age 35  Height 6&#8217;7&#8243;  Reach 83&#8243;  Total Fights 44  Wins 42  Wins by KO 41  Losses 1  Draws 1  Net Worth $40 million  Marital Status ?Engaged  Spouse Telli Swift  Kids four  Nationality ?American  Endorsements ?Everlast, PureKana CBD  Achievements Bronze medal at the 2008 Beijing Games, Former WBC heavyweight champion

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<h1 style="text-align: center"><strong>Mike Tyson's Net Worth, career, and family</strong></h1>
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Mike Tyson's net worth in 2024</strong></h2>
At his peak, Mike Tyson was one of the wealthiest boxers on the planet. But over time, he lost most of his wealth owing to a lavish lifestyle. Reportedly, he had only $146,000 when he joined WrestleMania 14, post the 'Bite Fight' suspension. According to <strong>Celebrity Net Worth,</strong> Mike Tyson's net worth is $10 million. This could be ascribed primarily to the 2020 'Lockdown Knockdown' against Roy Jones Jr.

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From winning his first world title, the WBC heavyweight, to his retirement, 'Iron' Mike received some of the biggest paychecks of the day. Tyson received $1.5 million during the Trevor Berbick fight. In the 90s, it went to double digits. He reportedly earned $30 million during the war against Frank Bruno and the two battles against Evander Holyfield. However, the biggest paycheck he earned was during the Lennox Lewis fight. It reportedly fetched him $103 million.

So if all the fight money Mike Tyson made during his time is summed, it goes to around $400 million. But boxing has not been the only source of income for the former world champion. Given his name and the weight it carries worldwide, an array of brands tied up with the legendary boxer to endorse their products, services, and sponsorships throughout his career. His most recent sponsors include Black Energy Drink, CopperGel, and Smart Cups.

Additionally, his merchandise is operated from his ranch, aptly named 'Tyson Ranch.' Tyson has even started his cannabis empire called Tyson 2.0, with its slogan, 'Undisputed Cannabis.' One of the unique products from the company is a cannabis-based gummy line, 'Mike Bites.' These gummies, shaped like Holyfield's ear, marked his partnership with the former opponent, Evander Holyfield.?

Tyson and Holyfield's joint venture is called 'Carma Holdings.' Last year they launched another line of products called 'Holy Bites.' Tyson 2.0 also saw the champ partnering with former WWE star Ric Flair. The company also acquired a majority stake in Flair's 'Ric Flair Drip' line. The entire cannabis venture reportedly earns him $900k per month. A two-hour personal appearance of Mike Tyson could come somewhere in the neighborhood of $75k. Tyson's earnings from podcasts such as 'Hotboxin' With Mike Tyson' remain non-verifiable.

<span style="font-weight: 400">In recent times, the former heavyweight champion has significantly expanded his portfolio by acquiring more sponsorships and brand deals. Among them, Tyson Pro offers a line of performance apparel. Following suit, the MT Collection presents official Mike Tyson merchandise. </span>

<span style="font-weight: 400">Additionally, Tyson has partnered with Men's Remedy, which provides expert-backed testosterone treatment. He is also in collaboration with Zumiez, a lifestyle fashion brand. Finally, Futurola provides premium smoking accessories like Pre-rolls and cones.</span>
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's early life</h2>
Mike Tyson was born on June 30, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York's Fort Greene. He had two other siblings, both older, Rodney and Denise. Later, through his mother's second marriage to Jimmy Kirkpatrick, he had a half-brother as well, Jimmie Lee Kirkpatrick.

The crime-prone Brooklyn neighborhood was not the ideal place for a kid to grow up. However, with no alternatives, Tyson, his mother, and his siblings went through everyday survival. The future world champion, over a while, built a reputation as a street fighter.

Turning to gang-related activities, reportedly, by the time he turned thirteen, local police arrested him over thirty-eight times! A frequent visitor to juvenile correctional facilities, Tyson's life changed when he landed at Tryon School for Boys in Johnstown, New York.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's family life</h2>
Mike Tyson's mother, Lorna Smith, was born in 1927. She had three kids with Purcell Tyson, a cab driver of Jamaican origin. Later, she married Jimmy Kirkpatrick and had another child. Kirkpatrick left the family, leaving Lorna Smith and the children to fend for themselves. They changed places frequently on account of financial difficulties. She suffered from cancer and died in 1982 at age fifty-five.

The troubled childhood had an impact on Iron Mike's relationships. The thrice-married former world champion's first marriage to actress Robin Givens barely lasted a year, from February 7, 1988, to February 14, 1989. After that, she filed for divorce, reportedly on the grounds of domestic violence and abuse at the hands of Tyson.

The second marriage to pediatrician Monica Turner lasted six years, from April 19, 1997, to January 14, 2003. Their relationship collapsed because of frequent adultery committed by the boxing legend. Nevertheless, they had two kids together. On June 6, 2009, Tyson married for the third time. Tyson and Lakhia "Kiki" Spicer are now proud parents to two kids.

Mike Tyson fathered three more kids through relations with other women. But sadly, on May 26, 2009, his daughter, Exodus Tyson, passed away. Among Tyson's kids, his daughter Milan seems to have picked her father's propensity for sports. Taking up the tennis racket at an early age, she is under the wings of Patrick Mouratoglou, Serena Williams' former trainer.?
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's ex-girlfriends and wives</h2>
Apart from his current spouse, Lakhia Spicer, and two formers, Robin Givens and Monica Turner, Mike Tyson reportedly had relationships with other women. Among the many names whose link-up with 'Iron' Mike grabbed headlines, the most prominent include Luz Whitney, Coco Johnsen, and Naomi Campbell. Besides the above, his affair with Kimberly Scarborough resulted in his first child, Mikey Lorna Tyson. In addition, he? had two kids, Miguel and Exodus, with Sol Xochitl when they were in a relationship from 2004 to 2005.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>How did Mike Tyson lose his daughter?</strong></h2>
Tyson's daughter Exodus passed away on May 26, 2009. Reportedly, she was found motionless by her brother Miguel on May 25. He found her entwined in a chord swinging from a treadmill. Despite their mother administering CPR and subsequent hospitalization, Exodus passed away the next day.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's early boxing career</h2>
Mike Tyson's fate turned for good at the Tryon School for Boys. One of the counselors, Bobby Stewart, saw an excellent boxing prospect in the young teenager from the hoods. So he took him to legendary trainer Cus D'Amato, who, recognizing the youngster's talents, brought matters to the next level by adopting him.

The duo soon started working on some of the unique techniques developed by the trainer who previously worked with Floyd Patterson. Mike Tyson made his first amateur debut at age fifteen. Participating in the National Junior Olympics games, he won gold medals for two consecutive years, 1981 and 1982. He won the gold medal at the National Golden Gloves tournament in 1984.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's professional career</h2>
Mike Tyson was now ready to face the world. Launching his professional career on March 6, 1985, he beat Hector Mercedes with a first-round technical KO. Eighteen months later, on November 22, 1986, Tyson won his first world title, WBC heavyweight. He became the youngest heavyweight champion in the sport's history at age twenty. By this time, he had fought and defeated twenty-seven fighters. Out of which, barring one, the rest all were knockout victories.

Sadly, Cus D'Amato was not present to see his prodigy's achievement. The legendary trainer succumbed to pneumonia on November 4, 1985. Mike Tyson won the WBA heavyweight title in 1987 and became the world's undisputed champion. Then, on August 1, 1987, he added the IBF heavyweight belt to the list.

On January 22, 1988, while defending his titles, 'Iron' Mike fought former heavyweight champion, Larry Holmes. The latter had beaten Muhammad Ali on October 2, 1980. Hence, when the turn came, many reported on Mike Tyson avenging his boxing idol. The fight ended with a fourth-round knockout win for the twenty-one-year-old world champion.

Two years later, fortune changed hands as Mike Tyson faced his first defeat. On February 11, 1990, Buster Douglas knocked out 'The Baddest Man on the Planet' in the tenth round. Though he went on to win the next eight fights and even regained the WBC and WBA titles, the clock was ticking against him. Then, on November 9, 1996, Mike Tyson suffered his second defeat. Evander Holyfield beat him via TKO in the eleventh round. But it was the second fight that entered the pages of infamy.

The duo met for their rematch on June 28, 1997. But the slugfest turned ugly when Tyson bit parts of Holyfield's right ear. Initially allowed to continue, the referee finally stopped the fight and disqualified Tyson. "The Bite Fight" resulted in the Nevada State Athletic Commission revoking Tyson's boxing license besides imposing a $3 million fine.

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'Iron' Mike finally returned to the ring on January 16, 1999. After that, he won a slew of matches. However, his last and final attempt at regaining the championship title ended disastrously. On June 8, 2002, Briton Lennox Lewis sent Tyson to the canvas in the eighth round, dashing the latter's last charge. On February 22, 2003, Mike Tyson won for the last time against Clifford Etienne. For the next two years, he lost two fights consecutively, the second being the last fight of his career. The former champion formally retired in 2005.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's boxing style</h2>
A close study of Mike Tyson's moves, hand movements, and ring strategy would reveal him to be essentially a swarmer. Swarmers, for the uninitiated, are boxers who bear down on an opponent, all the while throwing a volley of punches, including uppercuts and hooks. The only drawback is that the move entails going through foes' vicious attacks to stage a successful onslaught.

Apart from 'Iron Mike,' a few other notable swarmers included Joe Frazier, Rocky Marciano, and Jake LaMotta. In Tyson's case, Cus D'Amato taught a technique that became the former's signature style to escape the barrage of punches thrown at him. Through 'Peek-A-Boo,' a boxer kills two birds with one stone. First, he creates a potent defense by raising his hands. Next, constant bobbing lets him slip the opponent's punches and cover the distance. Finally, once inside, at a reasonable time, place a counter-attack. Thus, once inside, Mike Tyson would draw power from the leg he leaned to pull and throw a devastating knockout punch.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Mike Tyson's foray into coaching</strong></h2>
2023 marked Mike Tyson's coaching debut. The youngest heavyweight champion of the world guided the former UFC heavyweight champion <strong>Francis Ngannou</strong> as the latter transitioned into boxing. And it turned out to be a huge success as Ngannou put on a stellar performance against the current WBC heavyweight champion of the world <strong>Tyson Fury</strong> on <strong>October 28, 2023, </strong>billed <strong>"The Battle of the Baddest".</strong> The Cameroonian shocked the world by knocking down Tyson Fury in the third round, and going the distance with the 'Gypsy King'. Although Ngannou lost on the judges' scorecard by a controversial split decision, the fans lauded his boxing skills honed under Mike Tyson's mentorship.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's extraordinary spending</h2>
By his admission, Mike Tyson lived a king-size lifestyle. The youngest heavyweight champion in boxing's history would make a habit of splurging money. Expensive homes, cars, and exotic animals were a few of the items that fancied 'Iron' Mike.

His $4 million Connecticut mansion had a nightclub and a casino! Not done, he purchased properties in Nevada, California, and Ohio. Most of the acquisitions came fully furnished. And at some, the champion added whatever he fancied.

The above is just a glimpse of the kind of life Mike Tyson lived. There are instances like purchasing a bathtub worth $2 million for his wife. Generous to a fault, he would dish out lavish gifts to friends and strangers. But as all good things and time come to an end, Tyson's spending spree fizzled out by the century's first decade. Per rough estimates, he owed lenders nearly $23 million.
<h2 style="text-align: center"><strong>Mike Tyson's acting career</strong></h2>
Mike Tyson has had an on-off relationship with Tinseltown. Initially, he kicked off with cameo roles, often playing himself. For instance, the 2006 release,<strong> 'Rocky Balboa.'</strong> But his major acting breakthrough came with the 2009 release, 'The Hangover.' He was present in the sequel as well. Other movies with Tyson playing key roles include <strong>'Kickboxer: Retaliation,'</strong> '<strong>The Devil May Care,</strong>' and <strong>'IP Man 3.</strong>' Last year he also featured in the French action comedy film <strong>'Medellin'</strong>.
<h2 style="text-align: center">When did Mike Tyson go to jail?</h2>
While living in the hood, Tyson had been a state guest numerous times. But he served a significant prison sentence when the court found him guilty of assaulting model Desiree Washington in 1992. Initially sentenced to six years' incarceration, he came out, just short of the three years, in 1995.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Where does Mike Tyson live now?</h2>
The former world champion currently resides with his family in Henderson, Nevada. It is situated roughly sixteen miles southeast of 'Sin City,' Las Vegas.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's car collection and luxuries in 2024</h2>
Tyson owned nearly a hundred vehicles, many of which were high-end and pricey pieces. In 1985, he shelled out $30k to buy his first car, a Cadillac Eldorado. After that, he made a habit of gifting himself a Rolls Royce whenever the occasion arose. Then his close friend, rapper Tupac Shakur inspired him to look closely at Mercedes models. As a result, in 1989, he bought a Mercedes Benz SL Class with a price tag of $48k.

Among other models, 'Iron' Mike used to own a Ferrari 456 GT Spyder, a Lamborghini Super Diablo worth $500k, a Jaguar XJ220, a Cadillac Escalade, and a Hummer. Also, he was a proud owner of a Bentley Continental SC that made his wallet light by $720k. Then, there is the story of him purchasing twenty cars from one car dealer. Reportedly, he took five Bentley Azures from this store, costing nearly $1.5 million! Unfortunately, only a little is known about Mike Tyson's current car collection.

All you need to know about Mike Tyson's Tigers and Pigeons
In the 1990s, Tyson brought home three white Royal Bengal Tigers, each costing $70k. Named Kenya, Storm, and Boris, he had an exclusive accommodation facility for the big cats with a caretaker who charged a whooping $125k per annum. At the time of filing for bankruptcy, Tyson still had to pay roughly $8,100 towards their upkeep.

A known pigeon fancier, his love for the birds began in Brooklyn when he was eight or nine. There's a famous legend about Tyson knocking down a guy who killed one of his pigeons. He reportedly broke off from a relationship when he learned about the lady's views on his pigeons! Even today, he pursues the hobby and has over a thousand pigeons.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Movies based on Mike Tyson's life</h2>
For a living legend who has been through some of the steepest ups and downs, it is evident that biopics, both watered-down versions and close to real ones, would appear sooner or later. Then, in 1995, came Uli Edel directed 'Tyson.' Taken from the book Fire and Fear: The Inside Story of Iron Mike Tyson by Jose Torres, actor Michael Jai White played the lead role of Mike Tyson. George C Scott played Cus D'Amato while Paul Winfield Don King.

In 2022, Hulu released the series 'Tyson' based on the former champion's life. The eight-episode series has Trevante Rhodes acting as Mike Tyson. Of course, there have been other productions. But most restricted themselves to a docu-drama format. For instance, Barabara Kopple's 'Fallen Champ: The Untold Story of Mike Tyson,' the 2008 release James Toback's 'Tyson,' and the 2021 release 'Mike Tyson: The Knockout.'
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's comeback</h2>
On November 28, 2020, Mike Tyson staged a comeback of sorts. At the Staples Center in Los Angeles, he faced another legend Roy Jones Jr. The fight ended in a draw, though per Compubox, Tyson managed to land a more significant number of punches. The pay-per-view subscriptions crossed $80 million, more than initially expected.
<h2 style="text-align: center">Mike Tyson's relationship with Muhammad Ali</h2>
Mike Tyson idolized Muhammad Ali. He grew up watching his hero fight some of the era's biggest names. But still, despite his close bonds with 'The Greatest,' Iron Mike never wanted to be like him. Instead, he always found himself resembling the likes of Sonny Liston or Jack Dempsey. Tyson was inconsolable when Ali lost the fight against Larry Holmes on October 2, 1980, at Caesars Palace. He reportedly avenged his hero's defeat eight years later.
<h2 class="jsx-cb26a7af5694ead9" style="text-align: center"><b>How to contact Mike Tyson?</b></h2>
<a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.instagram.com/miketyson/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Instagram</b></a>, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.facebook.com/miketyson/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Facebook</b></a>, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://twitter.com/MikeTyson?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><b>Twitter</b></a>, <a class="jsx-2b55705d932ea6e9" href="https://www.youtube.com/miketyson" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>YouTube</strong></a>
<table>
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<td>Name</td>
<td>Michael Gerard Tyson</td>
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<td>Born</td>
<td>June 30, 1966</td>
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<td>Age</td>
<td>57</td>
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<td>Place of Birth</td>
<td>Fort Greene, Brooklyn, New York</td>
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<td>Nationality</td>
<td>American</td>
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<td>Education</td>
<td>Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Central State University, 1989</td>
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<td>Parents</td>
<td>Lorna Smith and Purcell Tyson</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>1.78 m</td>
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<td>Weight</td>
<td>220 lbs</td>
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<td>Record</td>
<td>50-6-0</td>
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<td>Wife</td>
<td>Lakiha Spicer (m. 2009)</td>
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<td>Kids</td>
<td>Miguel Leon Tyson,?Ramsey Tyson,?Exodus Tyson,?Mikey Lorna Tyson,?Amir Tyson,?Morocco Tyson,?Milan Tyson</td>
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<td>Shoe Size?</td>
<td>US 15</td>
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</tbody>
</table>

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