Boxer

Mike Tyson

Michael Gerard Tyson is a famous boxer nicknamed "Iron Mike" and "The Baddest Man on the Planet", known for his iconic career as a heavyweight boxing champion.

Full Name
Michael Gerard Tyson
Age
57
Death Date
Birth Sign
Cancer
Relationship
Married
Height
5′ 10″
Net Worth
$10M
Fame Level
% of people who know them
94%
Liked by
57%
Disliked by
19%
Neutral
23%

Mike Tyson is an American former professional boxer who became the undisputed heavyweight champion in the late 1980s. One of the most renowned boxers in history, "Iron Mike" is known for his impressive knockouts and his highly-anticipated matches. Tyson holds the record as the youngest boxer to ever win a heavyweight title at just 20 years old.

<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1966</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Mike Tyson is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On June 30, 1966 Mike Tyson was born in Brooklyn, New York.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1979</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Begins Amateur Boxing Career</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 13, Tyson begins his amateur boxing career with legendary trainer Cus D'Amato.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1985</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Becomes the Youngest Heavyweight Champion</div><div class='timeline-text'>At the age of 19, Tyson becomes the youngest heavyweight champion in history.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1990</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Loses Title to Buster Douglas</div><div class='timeline-text'>On February 11, 1990, Tyson was defeated by James "Buster" Douglas and lost his heavyweight title.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Convicted of Rape</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tyson is convicted of rape and sentenced to six years in prison.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Reclaims Heavyweight Championship</div><div class='timeline-text'>After his release from prison, Tyson reclaims the heavyweight championship with a win over Frank Bruno.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Retires from Boxing</div><div class='timeline-text'>Tyson retires from boxing after losing to Kevin McBride.</div></div></div>

<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Started Boxing at Age</h3><p class='facts-text'>Mike Tyson began his boxing career at the age of 11, after being persuaded by boxing trainer Cus D'Amato.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Became Youngest Heavyweight Champion</h3><p class='facts-text'>At the age of 20, Mike Tyson became the youngest ever heavyweight champion in boxing history.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spent Time in Prison</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1992, Mike Tyson was convicted of rape and spent three years in prison from 1992 to 1995.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Converted to Islam</h3><p class='facts-text'>During his time in prison, Mike Tyson converted to Islam, which he still practices today.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Appeared on The Simpsons</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 1998, Mike Tyson made a guest appearance on an episode of The Simpsons, playing himself in a parody of his 1993 fight with Evander Holyfield.</p></div></div>

When is Mike Tyson birthday?

Mike Tyson, an iconic American boxer, was born on June 30, 1966, and is currently 57 years old. He is best known for his exceptional boxing ability, becoming the youngest man to ever win the WBC, WBA and IBF heavyweight titles at the age of 20.

What is the Net Worth of Mike Tyson?

Mike Tyson has an estimated net worth of $10M. He is well known for his professional boxing career. Most of his wealth comes from his career as a professional boxer and earnings from his entertainment and other business ventures. He has also made substantial investments in real estate and other assets.