History of Mike Tyson in Timeline
Mike Tyson, an American former professional boxer, is considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. Known as "Iron Mike," he became the youngest heavyweight champion at 20 years old. Tyson unified the WBA, WBC, and IBF titles, marking a significant achievement. He was known for his aggressive fighting style and knockout power, winning his first 19 professional fights by knockout. A notable upset occurred when he lost the undisputed heavyweight championship to Buster Douglas in 1990.
1959: Jimmy Kirkpatrick moves to Brooklyn
In 1959, Jimmy Kirkpatrick, who Mike Tyson knew as his father, moved to Brooklyn, where he met Tyson's mother.
1961: Birth of Older Brother Rodney
Around 1961, Mike Tyson's older brother, Rodney, was born, preceding Mike in the Tyson family.
1965: Half-Brother integrates Charlotte high school football
In 1965, Mike Tyson's half-brother, Jimmie Lee Kirkpatrick, helped integrate Charlotte high school football.
June 30, 1966: Michael Gerard Tyson Born
On June 30, 1966, Michael Gerard Tyson was born in Brooklyn, New York, marking the beginning of his life.
1981: Junior Olympic Games Gold Medal
In 1981, Mike Tyson won a gold medal at the Junior Olympic Games, marking an early achievement in his amateur boxing career.
1982: Second Junior Olympic Games Gold Medal
In 1982, Mike Tyson secured his second gold medal at the Junior Olympic Games, further demonstrating his potential in amateur boxing.
1984: Olympic Gold Medal
In 1984, Henry Tillman won Olympic gold medal. Tyson's victory over Tillman enabled Tyson to avenge his amateur losses at Tillman's hands.
1984: Tyson Spars with Lewis
In 1984, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis sparred at a training camp, arranged by Cus D'Amato.
1984: Golden Gloves and Olympic Games
In 1984, Mike Tyson won the gold medal at the National Golden Gloves in New York. Also in 1984 he lost twice against Henry Tillman.
March 6, 1985: Professional Debut
On March 6, 1985, Mike Tyson made his professional boxing debut in Albany, New York, defeating Hector Mercedes via first-round TKO.
November 1985: Death of Cus D'Amato
In November 1985, Cus D'Amato, Mike Tyson's trainer and mentor, passed away, which some believe contributed to Tyson's later troubles.
1985: Fuller Defends Don King
In 1985, Fuller successfully defended Mike Tyson's manager, Don King, against federal tax-evasion charges.
1985: Michael Spinks defeats Larry Holmes
In 1985, Michael Spinks had taken the heavyweight championship from Larry Holmes via fifteen-round decision.
1985: Professional Boxing Debut
In 1985, Mike Tyson began his professional boxing career, marking the start of his journey to becoming a heavyweight champion.
February 16, 1986: First Nationally Televised Bout
On February 16, 1986, Mike Tyson had his first nationally televised bout against Jesse Ferguson. Tyson won after initially being ruled a DQ which was later adjusted to TKO.
November 22, 1986: Wins WBC Heavyweight Championship
On November 22, 1986, Mike Tyson won his first title fight against Trevor Berbick for the WBC heavyweight championship, becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history.
1986: The Ring Magazine's Fighter of the Year
In 1986, Mike Tyson was named The Ring magazine's Fighter of the Year.
March 7, 1987: Title Defense Against James Smith
On March 7, 1987, Mike Tyson defended his title against James Smith, winning by unanimous decision and adding Smith's WBA title to his collection.
1987: Addition of WBA and IBF Titles
In 1987, Mike Tyson added the WBA and IBF titles to his WBC title, solidifying his status as a dominant force in boxing.
1987: Undisputed World Heavyweight Champion
In 1987, Mike Tyson became the undisputed world heavyweight champion, solidifying his place as a dominant force in boxing.
1987: Featured in Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!
In 1987, Mike Tyson was featured as the final boss in the NES video game Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!!
January 22, 1988: Defeats Larry Holmes
On January 22, 1988, Mike Tyson faced Larry Holmes and defeated the former champion by KO in the fourth round, marking a significant victory.
February 7, 1988: Marriage to Robin Givens
On February 7, 1988, Mike Tyson married actress Robin Givens at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Chicago.
June 27, 1988: Defeats Michael Spinks
On June 27, 1988, Mike Tyson faced Michael Spinks, knocking him out in 91 seconds, marking the pinnacle of Tyson's fame and boxing ability.
September 1988: Givens Interview on 20/20
In September 1988, Mike Tyson and Robin Givens gave a joint interview on 20/20, during which Givens described her life with Tyson as "torture" and called him "manic depressive".
1988: The Ring Magazine's Fighter of the Year
In 1988, Mike Tyson was named The Ring magazine's Fighter of the Year for a second time.
1988: Personal and Professional Turmoil
In 1988, Mike Tyson's marriage to Robin Givens was deteriorating, and he parted ways with manager Bill Cayton and trainer Kevin Rooney, impacting his career trajectory.
February 14, 1989: Official Separation from Givens
On February 14, 1989, Mike Tyson and Robin Givens officially separated, following Givens' earlier announcement of seeking a divorce due to alleged abuse.
1989: Erinn Cosby's Accusation
In 1989, Erinn Cosby publicly accused Mike Tyson of sexually assaulting her, although no criminal charges were ever sought.
1989: Bruno and Williams Fights
In 1989, Mike Tyson faced Frank Bruno in February, and won after the fifth round. Then Tyson knocked out Carl "The Truth" Williams in the first round in July.
1989: Honorary Doctorate
In 1989, Mike Tyson was awarded an honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters by Central State University.
1989: Honorary Doctorate from Central State University
In 1989, Mike Tyson was awarded an honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Central State University, recognizing his achievements and impact.
February 11, 1990: Loss to Buster Douglas
On February 11, 1990, Mike Tyson lost the undisputed championship to Buster Douglas in Tokyo, marking a significant upset in boxing history.
February 1990: Death of Older Sister Denise
In February 1990, Mike Tyson's older sister, Denise, died of a heart attack at age 24, marking a personal loss for Tyson.
1990: Loss of Undisputed Heavyweight Championship
In 1990, Mike Tyson lost the undisputed heavyweight championship to Buster Douglas in a major upset, ending his reign.
March 18, 1991: Tyson vs. Ruddock Fight and Controversial Decision
On March 18, 1991, Mike Tyson faced Donovan "Razor" Ruddock in Las Vegas. The fight was stopped in the seventh round by referee Richard Steele, awarding Tyson a controversial victory, sparking outrage among fans.
July 1991: Arrest for Rape
In July 1991, Mike Tyson was arrested for the rape of Desiree Washington at the Canterbury Hotel in Indianapolis.
November 8, 1991: Tyson-Holyfield Fight Cancelled Due to Injury
On November 8, 1991, the scheduled fight between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield for the undisputed championship at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas was cancelled due to a rib cartilage injury sustained by Tyson during training.
February 10, 1992: Tyson Convicted of Rape
On February 10, 1992, Mike Tyson was convicted of rape and sentenced to prison, marking a significant challenge in his life and career.
March 26, 1992: Sentenced to Prison
On March 26, 1992, Mike Tyson was sentenced to six years in prison along with four years of probation for rape.
April 1992: Assignment to Indiana Youth Center
In April 1992, Mike Tyson was assigned to the Indiana Youth Center (now the Plainfield Correctional Facility).
1992: Registered as Tier II Sex Offender
Due to his conviction, Mike Tyson was required to register as a Tier II sex offender under federal law in 1992.
1992: Death of Jimmy Kirkpatrick
In 1992, Jimmy Kirkpatrick, the man Mike Tyson knew as his father, passed away.
1992: Conviction and Imprisonment
In 1992, Mike Tyson was convicted of rape and sentenced to six years in prison, marking a significant personal and professional setback.
March 1995: Release from Prison
In March 1995, Mike Tyson was released from prison after serving less than three years of his six-year sentence.
1995: Release on Parole
In 1995, Mike Tyson was released on parole after serving three years of his prison sentence, paving the way for his return to boxing.
1995: Release of the Film Tyson
In 1995, the film Tyson was released, directed by Uli Edel, exploring Mike Tyson's life from Cus D'Amato's death to his rape conviction; Tyson is played by Michael Jai White.
March 1996: Tyson Regains WBC Title Against Frank Bruno
In March 1996, Mike Tyson regained the WBC title by defeating Frank Bruno via a third-round knockout, marking another milestone in his boxing career.
November 9, 1996: Holyfield Defeats Tyson by TKO
On November 9, 1996, Evander Holyfield defeated Mike Tyson by TKO in the eleventh round, despite being the underdog, in a fight marred by Tyson's camp alleging Holyfield's frequent headbutts.
1996: Regaining WBA and WBC Titles
In 1996, Mike Tyson regained the WBA and WBC titles, joining a select group of boxers who reclaimed a heavyweight championship after losing it.
April 19, 1997: Marriage to Monica Turner
On April 19, 1997, Mike Tyson married Monica Turner, marking his second marriage.
June 28, 1997: Tyson vs Holyfield Rematch
On June 28, 1997, the rematch between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield took place. The fight was a lucrative event, grossing $100 million and setting record purses for both fighters.
July 9, 1997: Tyson's Boxing License Rescinded
On July 9, 1997, the Nevada State Athletic Commission rescinded Mike Tyson's boxing license, fined him US$3 million, and ordered him to pay legal costs, effectively preventing him from boxing in the United States.
1997: Tyson Marries Monica Turner
In 1997, Mike Tyson married Monica Turner.
1997: Disqualification for Biting Holyfield's Ears
In 1997, Mike Tyson was disqualified in a rematch against Evander Holyfield for biting Holyfield's ears, a controversial moment in boxing history.
August 31, 1998: Tyson's Traffic Accident and Assault
On August 31, 1998, Mike Tyson was involved in a traffic accident that led to him assaulting two motorists.
October 18, 1998: Tyson's Boxing License Restored
On October 18, 1998, the Nevada State Athletic Commission voted to restore Mike Tyson's boxing license, allowing him to resume his career.
1998: Tyson's WrestleMania Appearance
In 1998, Mike Tyson made a guest appearance at WrestleMania XIV as an enforcer for the main event match between Shawn Michaels and Steve Austin and was also an unofficial member of D-Generation X, earning $3 million.
1998: Ranking in "The Greatest Heavyweights of All-Time"
In 1998, The Ring magazine ranked Mike Tyson at number 14 on the list of "The Greatest Heavyweights of All-Time".
January 1999: Tyson's Return Fight Against Francois Botha
In January 1999, Mike Tyson returned to the ring to fight Francois Botha, winning by a knockout in the fifth round in a controversial fight. He also launched an expletive-laden tirade on WWOR-TV.
February 5, 1999: Tyson Sentenced to Imprisonment for Assault
On February 5, 1999, Mike Tyson was sentenced to a year's imprisonment, fined $5,000, and ordered to community service for assaulting two motorists in August 1998.
October 23, 1999: Tyson Fights Orlin Norris
On October 23, 1999, Mike Tyson fought Orlin Norris, which was ruled a no contest after Tyson knocked down Norris after the bell, resulting in Norris injuring his knee.
June 2000: Tyson Defeats Lou Savarese
In June 2000, Mike Tyson defeated Lou Savarese in Glasgow in just 38 seconds, but continued punching after the referee stopped the fight, knocking the referee to the floor. Tyson then called out Lennox Lewis.
2000: Tyson Earns $65.7 Million Despite Debt
In 2000, Mike Tyson dismissed his staff and hired new accountants who revealed that he started the year $3.3 million in debt but earned $65.7 million.
2001: Tyson Beats Brian Nielsen
In 2001, Mike Tyson fought only once, beating Brian Nielsen in Copenhagen by TKO in the seventh round, continuing his boxing career.
January 2002: Turner Files for Divorce
In January 2002, Monica Turner filed for divorce from Mike Tyson, citing adultery as the cause.
January 22, 2002: Tyson and Lewis Brawl at Press Conference
On January 22, 2002, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis, along with their entourages, were involved in a brawl at a New York press conference promoting their planned fight.
2002: Loss to Lennox Lewis
In 2002, Mike Tyson fought for the world heavyweight title but lost by knockout to Lennox Lewis, marking another significant defeat in his career.
2002: Tyson Seeks Heavyweight Championship Fight with Lewis
In 2002, Mike Tyson sought an opportunity to fight Lennox Lewis for the heavyweight championship titles, but was initially denied a boxing license in Nevada due to sexual assault charges.
2002: Ranking in The Ring magazine's list
In 2002, Mike Tyson was ranked at number 72 in The Ring magazine's list of the 80 Best Fighters of the Last 80 Years.
January 14, 2003: Divorce from Monica Turner Finalized
On January 14, 2003, Mike Tyson's divorce from Monica Turner was finalized. They had been married since April 19, 1997 and had two children together.
February 22, 2003: Tyson Defeats Clifford Etienne
On February 22, 2003, Mike Tyson defeated Clifford Etienne in 49 seconds, marking his final professional victory. The pre-fight was marred by rumors of Tyson's partying and a new facial tattoo.
August 13, 2003: Tyson Confronts Bob Sapp
On August 13, 2003, Mike Tyson had a face-to-face confrontation with K-1 fighter Bob Sapp after Sapp's win in Las Vegas, but the fight never materialized due to Tyson's visa issues.
August 2003: Tyson Files for Bankruptcy
In August 2003, Mike Tyson filed for bankruptcy after earning over $300 million during his career, reporting approximately $23 million in debt.
2003: Tyson Divorces Monica Turner
In 2003, Mike Tyson and Monica Turner divorced.
2003: Ranking in The Ring magazine's list of 100 greatest punchers
In 2003, Mike Tyson was ranked number 16 on The Ring magazine's list of 100 greatest punchers of all time.
July 30, 2004: Tyson Loses to Danny Williams
On July 30, 2004, Mike Tyson lost to Danny Williams via KO in Louisville, Kentucky. Tyson's manager claimed Tyson tore a ligament in his knee in the first round.
June 3, 2005: USA Today Interview
In an interview with USA Today published on June 3, 2005, Mike Tyson expressed feelings of failure and a desire to escape his life, also stating his interest in becoming a missionary.
June 11, 2005: Tyson Quits Against Kevin McBride
On June 11, 2005, Mike Tyson quit before the start of the seventh round in a bout against Kevin McBride, later stating he fought for a payday and had lost his passion for boxing.
December 29, 2006: Arrest in Scottsdale, Arizona
On December 29, 2006, Mike Tyson was arrested in Scottsdale, Arizona, on suspicion of DUI and felony drug possession.
2006: Cameo in Rocky Balboa
In 2006, Mike Tyson appeared as himself in a cameo role in the film Rocky Balboa.
2006: Tyson's World Tour Begins
In 2006, Mike Tyson returned to the ring for a four-round exhibition against Corey Sanders in Youngstown, Ohio, marking the start of his "Tyson's World Tour" to alleviate debt. Tyson's exhibition was poorly received, leading to the cancellation of the tour.
January 22, 2007: Not Guilty Plea
On January 22, 2007, Mike Tyson pleaded not guilty to felony drug possession and DUI charges in Maricopa County Superior Court.
May 5, 2007: De La Hoya vs. Mayweather PPV Surpasses Tyson-Holyfield
On May 5, 2007, the Oscar De La Hoya vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. fight surpassed the Tyson-Holyfield rematch pay-per-view buy rate record, marking a shift in the boxing landscape.
August 2007: Tyson Pleads Guilty to Drug Possession and DUI
In August 2007, Mike Tyson pleaded guilty to drug possession and driving under the influence in Arizona, stemming from an arrest in December where he admitted to using cocaine and being addicted to the drug.
September 24, 2007: Guilty Plea to Drug Charges
On September 24, 2007, Mike Tyson pleaded guilty to possession of cocaine and driving under the influence.
November 2007: Conviction and Sentencing
In November 2007, Mike Tyson was convicted on drug charges and sentenced to 24 hours in jail, three years' probation, and 360 hours of community service.
2007: Publication of The Last Great Fight
Published in 2007, Joe Layden's book The Last Great Fight chronicled the lives of Mike Tyson and Buster Douglas before and after their heavyweight championship fight.
2008: Premiere of Documentary Tyson
In 2008, the documentary Tyson premiered at the annual Cannes Film Festival in France.
2008: Tyson Documentary Released
In the 2008 documentary "Tyson", Mike Tyson discussed his fight against Kevin McBride and his overall feelings about boxing at the time.
May 25, 2009: Daughter Exodus Found Unconscious
On May 25, 2009, Mike Tyson's four-year-old daughter, Exodus, was found unconscious after getting tangled in a cord.
May 26, 2009: Death of Daughter Exodus
On May 26, 2009, Mike Tyson's daughter Exodus died from injuries sustained the previous day. She was four years old.
June 6, 2009: Marriage to Lakiha Spicer
On June 6, 2009, Mike Tyson married Lakiha "Kiki" Spicer in a private ceremony in Las Vegas, eleven days after his daughter's death.
November 11, 2009: Scuffle at LAX Airport
On November 11, 2009, Mike Tyson was arrested after getting into a scuffle with a photographer at Los Angeles International Airport; however, no charges were filed.
2009: Appearance in The Hangover
In 2009, Mike Tyson appeared in the movie The Hangover, further solidifying his presence in mainstream popular media.
July 2010: First Islamic Pilgrimage Umrah
In July 2010, Mike Tyson completed the Islamic pilgrimage Umrah for the first time.
March 2011: Appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
In March 2011, Mike Tyson appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show to discuss his new reality series and improvements in his life, including sobriety and a vegan diet.
June 12, 2011: Induction to the International Boxing Hall of Fame
On June 12, 2011, Mike Tyson was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame alongside Julio César Chávez, Kostya Tszyu, and Sylvester Stallone.
September 2011: Controversial Comments About Sarah Palin
In September 2011, Mike Tyson made crude and violent comments about Sarah Palin in an interview, leading to criticism.
August 2012: Broadway Debut
In August 2012, Mike Tyson collaborated with Spike Lee and brought his one-man show to Broadway.
October 2012: Launch of Mike Tyson Cares Foundation
In October 2012, Mike Tyson launched the Mike Tyson Cares Foundation, aimed at providing innovative centers to support kids from broken homes.
February 2013: National Tour of One-Man Show
In February 2013, Mike Tyson took his one-man show Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth on a 36-city national tour.
August 2013: Admission of Lying About Sobriety
In August 2013, Mike Tyson publicly admitted that he had lied about his sobriety and was on the verge of death from alcoholism.
August 2013: Formation of Iron Mike Productions
In August 2013, Mike Tyson teamed up with Acquinity Sports to form Iron Mike Productions, a boxing promotions company.
September 2013: Being: Mike Tyson Television Series
In September 2013, Mike Tyson was featured on a six-episode television series on Fox Sports 1 that documented his personal and private life entitled Being: Mike Tyson.
November 2013: Statements on Religion
In November 2013, Mike Tyson stated that he saw "the devil" when looking into churches and mosques for god.
November 2013: Publication of Undisputed Truth
In November 2013, Mike Tyson's autobiography, Undisputed Truth, was published and appeared on The New York Times Best Seller list. He also received the Sportel Special Prize for the best autobiography.
November 16, 2013: HBO Airing of One-Man Show
On November 16, 2013, Mike Tyson's one-man show was aired on HBO.
December 2013: Gratitude for Islam and Sobriety Progress
In December 2013, Mike Tyson expressed gratitude for being a Muslim and discussed his progress with sobriety, attributing it to being in the company of good people.
2013: Appearance on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
In 2013, Mike Tyson appeared in an episode of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as a survivor of child abuse awaiting execution for murder.
2013: Tyson Admits to Using Fake Urine for Drug Tests
In his 2013 autobiography "Undisputed Truth", Mike Tyson admitted to using his wife Monica Turner's urine and his infant's urine to pass doping tests.
October 27, 2014: Premiere of Mike Tyson Mysteries
On October 27, 2014, Mike Tyson Mysteries started airing on Adult Swim, featuring Tyson voicing a fictionalized version of himself solving mysteries.
2014: The Ring Magazine Interview
In 2014, Mike Tyson reflected on his strongest opponents in various categories for an interview with The Ring magazine.
March 2015: Featured on Madonna's Album
In early March 2015, Mike Tyson was featured on the track "Iconic" on Madonna's album Rebel Heart.
March 2015: Announcement of Tyson's Role in Ip Man 3
In late March 2015, it was announced that Mike Tyson would join the cast of Ip Man 3 as Frank, an American property developer and proficient boxer.
March 25, 2015: Start of Filming Ip Man 3
On March 25, 2015, principal photography began for Ip Man 3, featuring Donnie Yen and Mike Tyson as Frank.
December 16, 2015: Premiere of Ip Man 3
On December 16, 2015, Ip Man 3 premiered in Hong Kong, featuring Donnie Yen and Mike Tyson.
2015: Support for Donald Trump's Presidential Candidacy
In 2015, Mike Tyson announced his support for Donald Trump's presidential candidacy.
2015: Induction into the Southern Nevada Hall of Fame
In 2015, Mike Tyson was inducted into the Southern Nevada Hall of Fame.
August 2016: Filming of Girls 2: Girls vs Gangsters
From July to August 2016, Mike Tyson participated in the shooting of Girls 2: Girls vs Gangsters at various locations around Vietnam.
January 2017: Launch of YouTube Channel
In January 2017, Mike Tyson launched his YouTube channel with Shots Studios, featuring comedy videos and sketches.
May 2017: Publication of Iron Ambition
In May 2017, Mike Tyson published his second memoir, Iron Ambition, which details his time with trainer Cus D'Amato. It was co-written with Larry Sloman.
October 2017: Ultra Tune Advertisement
In October 2017, Mike Tyson was announced as the new face of Ultra Tune, an Australian car servicing franchise.
2017: Ranking in The Ring magazine
In 2017, The Ring magazine ranked Mike Tyson as number 9 of 20 heavyweight champions based on a poll of panelists.
January 2018: Ultra Tune Ad Airs
In January 2018, the first Ultra Tune ad featuring Mike Tyson aired during the Australian Open, receiving criticism for being "a little sexist."
February 2018: Attendance at MMA Tournament in Chelyabinsk
In February 2018, Mike Tyson attended the international mixed martial arts (MMA) tournament in the Russian city of Chelyabinsk.
March 2018: Release of Girls 2: Girls vs Gangsters
In March 2018, the film Girls 2: Girls vs Gangsters, featuring Mike Tyson as "Dragon", was released.
May 12, 2020: Hints at Boxing Return
On May 12, 2020, Mike Tyson posted a video on Instagram of him training again, hinting at a return to boxing by saying, "I'm back".
May 23, 2020: Appearance at AEW's Double or Nothing
On May 23, 2020, at All Elite Wrestling's Double or Nothing, Mike Tyson helped Cody defeat Lance Archer and presented him with the inaugural AEW TNT Championship.
July 2020: Mike Tyson Announces Legends Only League
In July 2020, Mike Tyson announced the creation of Mike Tyson's Legends Only League, in partnership with Sophie Watts and Eros Innovations, providing retired athletes the opportunity to compete.
July 2020: Tyson Signs Contract to Fight Roy Jones Jr.
In July 2020, Mike Tyson signed a contract to face Roy Jones Jr. in an eight-round exhibition fight. Rafael Cordeiro was selected as Tyson's trainer.
October 2020: Release of Dance Music Single
In October 2020, Tiki Lau released a dance music single, "Mike Tyson", which includes vocals from Tyson.
November 28, 2020: Legends Only League's First Event
On November 28, 2020, Mike Tyson fought Roy Jones Jr. at the Staples Center in the first event produced under Legends Only League. The event was a success and received positive reviews.
2020: Ranked in The Ring Magazine's List of Greatest Heavyweights
In 2020, Bill Caplan of The Ring magazine listed Mike Tyson as number 17 of the 20 greatest heavyweights of all time.
March 2021: Announcement of Scripted Series Tyson
In March 2021, it was announced that Jamie Foxx would star in and executive produce the official scripted series Tyson, directed by Antoine Fuqua and executive produced by Martin Scorsese.
April 7, 2021: AEW Dynamite Appearance
On the April 7, 2021, episode of AEW Dynamite, Mike Tyson returned and helped Chris Jericho from being attacked by The Pinnacle, beating down Shawn Spears in the process.
May 25, 2021: Premiere of Documentary Series
On May 25, 2021, a two-part documentary series titled Mike Tyson: The Knockout premiered on ABC.
June 7, 2021: Appearance on Hell's Kitchen
On June 7, 2021, Mike Tyson and his family appeared in the 300th episode of Hell's Kitchen as VIP guests.
2021: Mike's Hard Lemonade Seltzer Ads
In 2021, Mike's Hard Lemonade Seltzer featured ads with Mike Tyson.
April 20, 2022: Incident on JetBlue Flight
On April 20, 2022, Mike Tyson repeatedly punched a male passenger on a JetBlue flight who was harassing him; he did not face criminal charges.
August 6, 2022: Tyson's Response to Hulu Series
On August 6, 2022, Mike Tyson criticized Hulu for "stealing my story" with their biographical drama limited series Mike.
August 25, 2022: Cameo Appearance in 'Liger'
On August 25, 2022, Mike Tyson made an extended cameo appearance in the Telugu-Hindi movie Liger.
December 2022: Second Islamic Pilgrimage Umrah
In December 2022, Mike Tyson went on another Islamic pilgrimage Umrah accompanied by DJ Khaled.
November 2023: Criticism over Alleged Donation to Israeli Defense Forces
In November 2023, Mike Tyson faced criticism and rumors about an alleged donation to the Israeli Defense Forces after attending an event sponsored by Friends of the IDF, leading to a social media backlash.
2023: $5 Million Lawsuit Filed
In 2023, Mike Tyson faced a $5 million lawsuit from a woman accusing him of rape in the early 90s.
March 2024: Tyson Announces Return Against Jake Paul
In March 2024, Mike Tyson announced his return to the ring against Jake Paul in a heavyweight bout scheduled for July 20, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
May 26, 2024: Tyson Suffers Ulcer Flare-Up
On May 26, 2024, Mike Tyson suffered an ulcer flare-up while aboard a plane.
May 31, 2024: Tyson-Paul Fight Postponed
On May 31, 2024, the fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul was announced as postponed per medical advice from Tyson's doctor, allowing him to recover from his ulcer flare-up.
June 7, 2024: Tyson-Paul Fight Rescheduled
On June 7, 2024, it was announced that the fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul would take place at the same stadium on November 15, 2024.
November 15, 2024: Rescheduled Fight Against Jake Paul
On November 15, 2024, Mike Tyson's bout against Jake Paul is set to occur at the same stadium, following a postponement due to medical advice.
