Mike Tyson recalls ‘moody’ music icon Prince GHOSTING him
Heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson discussed popular musician Prince during a recent airing of the Jimmy Kimmel Live show.
Mike Tyson talks about music icon Prince (Image via Imago/Brittanica)
Boxing legend Mike Tyson is arguably one of the most popular superstars in the world. Throughout his illustrious career, boxing legend Mike Tyson has encountered numerous fascinating individuals, including the iconic musician Prince. Recently, ‘Iron Mike’ recalled finding Prince’s persona to be quite weird during their interactions.
Mike Tyson was known for his electrifying presence inside and outside the ring. His formidable reputation often preceded him, ensuring that very few dared to confront him. During a recent appearance on Jimmy Kimmel’s live show, Tyson captivated the audience with his insights on various subjects. Among the incidents shared, Tyson recounted his encounter with Prince, depicting him as moody and unpredictable.
He’s very. One day he (Prince) shake my hand and one day he walk by me. You wouldn’t know which one you got…
Mike Tyson via Jimmy Kimmel live show
Similar to Prince, Tyson also had various intriguing moments with several other musicians. Not only that, but Iron Mike once walked out to American rapper DMX’s It’s Dark and Hell is Hot song. This walkout remains one of the most spine-chilling walkouts in history and has inspired several prominent fighters to replicate it. Apart from that, Iron Mike also had interesting moments with several other musicians.
Tupac Shakur, Ice Cube, Frank Sinatra, and Snoop Dogg were some of Mike Tyson’s closest friends. Now, in his recent activities, Tyson is scheduled to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in November. This has become a hot topic in the fight industry, mostly due to the age difference. Despite this, Iron Mike is quite confident about his upcoming bout.
Mike Tyson vows to ‘finish’ Jake Paul’s boxing career
Over his budding pro-boxing career, Paul has achieved ten victories and suffered only one defeat in the boxing ring thus far. On the other hand, Tyson retired officially in 2005 after enduring two disappointing losses. However, in 2020, he made a comeback for an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr, which resulted in a draw.
In the same event, Paul brutally knocked out former NBA player Nate Robinson, making a bold entrance into the boxing scene. Thus, while Tyson provided an early opportunity for the American celebrity in the sport, he also promised to give him his final chance. This threat kind of reminded everyone about Mike Tyson in the ’80s and ’90s.
Paul suffered his first and only defeat at the age of 27 in 2023 against 25-year-old Tommy Fury. Following this loss, he has achieved four wins and is currently protecting his record as he prepares to face the legend Mike Tyson. Now, it remains to be seen who comes out as the victor from that bout.
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