Many fans might be aware of how Michael Jackson crushed Mike Tyson’s ego after a backstage snub back when both celebrities were in their prime. Regardless, both icons kissed and made up later and were good friends. But not much could have prepared ‘Iron’ Mike for the recent revelation about the ‘King of Pop.’ Fourteen years after Michael Jackson’s demise, mysteries still linger around his changing appearance -a topic of countless debates and hushed conversations.

Yet, amidst the swirl of rumors, his son, Prince Jackson, dropped a startling nugget of truth on the famed podcast Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson. The former boxing heavyweight champion, used to trading blows in the squared circle, had to tackle a revelation about the man who was arguably the biggest pop star that ever (moon)walked this planet. Tyson, a titan in the boxing ring, suddenly found himself in the midst of a revelation that could rewrite a chapter in pop history.

Mike Tyson unmasks the truth behind Michael Jackson’s skin condition

Michael Jackson, often dubbed the ‘King of Pop’, enchanted the world with his hits like ‘Thriller’ and ‘Billie Jean’. His mesmerizing moonwalk and iconic fashion choices solidified his place as a global sensation. But behind those spellbinding performances and flashy sequined gloves, murmurs about his changing appearance became almost as pervasive as his music. For years, speculation swirled around Jackson’s skin condition, but concrete confirmation seemed elusive.

In a recent episode of Hotboxin with Mike Tyson, Prince Jackson unveiled this mystery. “He had a skin condition called Vitiligo,” Prince shared, adding a weight of legitimacy to the tales that have long circulated. This wasn’t mere tabloid fodder. “I don’t know what the actual medical term is, but I think it was even on the autopsy report,” he continued. The potential causes of this condition, according to Prince, are “either Vitiligo or some form of Lupus that contributed to the Vitiligo.”

What’s striking is the depth of emotion and vulnerability behind these words. Jackson grappled with an internal struggle, feeling “insecure about looking blotchy.” This likely drove him to seek ways to “smooth out his appearance,” perhaps even connecting to his visionary aesthetics, as Prince hinted that Michael’s glowing appearance “may have probably had something to do with it.”

Lending his perspective, Mike Tyson reflected on the broader implications, suggesting that it might be tied to a “god complex.” DJ Whoo Kid, with a touch of humor and reverence, commented, “Mike is not far from that complex. Mike is like a god to many individuals out here.”

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This revelation reshapes our understanding of Michael Jackson. It paints a picture not just of the legendary artist, but also of the man wrestling with personal insecurities. Further deepening our appreciation of his multifaceted legacy.

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His son’s candid revelation not only confirms long-standing rumors but also humanizes the legend in a poignant way. So, as we revisit Jackson’s timeless classics and iconic performances, they’re now underscored with a newfound depth of understanding and empathy. Isn’t it astounding how even years after his passing, Michael Jackson still finds ways to touch our hearts and provoke thought?

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