Legendary boxer Mike Tyson turned 58 on June 30. Today, he is actively engaged in various activities, from podcasts and exhibition fights to business.
At one time, Tyson's fortune was estimated at almost $ 700 million, but then he spent almost all his money, and in 2003 declared bankruptcy. He spent large sums on luxury houses, cars, yachts, motorcycles, Bengal tigers and their trainers, decorations and parties. He also had a court case on charges of rape, for which he paid lawyers about $ 100 million.
Mike Tyson with his wife Lakiya Spicerisource: Legion-Media
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The press wrote that in 2020, Tyson returned to the ring after a 15-year break to earn money. He had an exhibition fight against former world champion in five weight categories Roy Jones Jr. The fight lasted eight rounds and ended in a draw. Tyson's guaranteed income for this fight was $ 10 million, the same amount he received for selling the broadcast.
This year, another exhibition fight of Tyson with American blogger and boxer Jake Paul was planned. The fight was supposed to take place on July 20, but due to Tyson's health problems, the fight was postponed to November 15. The age difference between the boxers is 30 years. Tyson also organizes fights for other boxers. In 2013, he founded the promotion company Iron Mike Promotions, which organizes professional boxing matches.
Mike Tyson and boxer Jake Polysource: Legion-Media
In recent years, Tyson has appeared in television shows and films (often in cameo roles), as well as starring in biographical films about his career. He traveled the world with the show "Mike Tyson: The Undeniable Truth." In 2013, he released a biographical book of the same name, which became a New York Times bestseller. In his show, he shared unknown and exciting stories from his life with the audience.
In 2017, Tyson released his second book, Iron Ambitions, which details his work with coach and foster father Cass D'Amato.
In addition, Tyson has his own podcast "Hotboxin' with Mike Tyson", where famous athletes come. The most popular issue with UFC commentator Joe Rogan has gained 11 million views.
Since 2018, Tyson has had his own company. His brand Tyson Holistic Holdings produces various products: sweets, chewing gum, food additives, soda, and even marmalades in the form of Evander Holyfield's ear, once bitten by Tyson.
Tyson was divorced twice and is the father of eight children, one of his daughters died in childhood due to an accident. He now lives with his third wife, Lakiya Spicer.
