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Recently, Mike Tyson invited the son of legendary pop star Michael Jackson, Prince Jackson, to his podcast “Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson.” In the podcast, they discussed a diverse variety of topics. They ranged from MJ’s legacy to philanthropy. Etching a legacy like Michael Jackson’s is for the few lucky ones. He has left his imprint on the world not just through his music but by his altruistic deeds, too. Moreover, these values have also been passed on to his kids. Prince Jackson is following his father’s footsteps and propagating his organization’s mission.
On the other hand, Mike Tyson’s legacy is unparalleled as well. Imagine MJ talking about Tyson, but instead of discussing his boxing prowess, he remembers a distinct aspect. Yes, that’s exactly what Prince unraveled! He elucidated how his father remembered Iron Mike for his lesser-known part that was quite similar to his own.
How does ‘The King of Pop’ remember Mike Tyson?
Prince distinctly remembered how his dad talked about Mike in 1997. He recalled how his father called Tyson a scary jester. Moreover, he also mentioned about Mike’s love for pigeons. Furthermore, MJ felt a connection with it because he had rats. So, their connection was based on a mutual love for animals.
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As Prince said, “In ’97, my dad used to talk about you. He said two things: you were a ‘scary joker,’ and he always talked about your pigeons. I think he felt a similar kinship because he had rats and you had pigeons.” Next, Tyson didn’t hesitate to show his love for his birds and also confirmed getting new birds. As Mike said, That’s just my life; I just got some new birds. I love birds.”
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However, Tyson’s love for pigeons has a special connection with his childhood.
Pigeons helped Mike cope with a troublesome childhood
Mike Tyson has adored pigeons since he was nine years old. They helped him cope with bullying during his childhood. He even created a trading card game, “Iron Pigeons,” centered on his love for these birds. Tyson is not just a collector; he actively participates in pigeon racing. His passion for pigeons is so strong that it’s the focus of a show called “Taking on Tyson.”
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Furthermore, several video footage about Tyson also delves into his unique relationship with pigeons. Indeed, a tumultuous childhood was healed by the pigeons for Mike Tyson. Moreover, his love for them still prevails. As he revealed in his podcast he recently got new birds.
Both legacies, Michael Jackson’s and Mike Tyson’s, show the impact of unique interests on their lives.
What are your thoughts about MJ’s remembrance of ‘Kid Dynamite’? Feel free to share in the comment section below!
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