History of Mike Tyson in Timeline
Mike Tyson, nicknamed "Iron Mike," is a former American professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 2024. He is considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers ever, reigning as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990.
1959: Father moves to Brooklyn
In 1959, Jimmy Kirkpatrick, Mike Tyson's father, moved to Brooklyn.
1961: Brother's Birth
Around 1961, Mike Tyson's older brother, Rodney, was born.
1965: Half-Brother's Football Integration
In 1965, Mike Tyson's half-brother, Jimmie Lee Kirkpatrick, contributed to the integration of Charlotte high school football.
June 30, 1966: Michael Gerard Tyson Born
On June 30, 1966, Michael Gerard Tyson was born. He later became a renowned professional boxer.
1981: Junior Olympics Gold Medal
In 1981, Mike Tyson won a gold medal at the Junior Olympic Games, defeating Joe Cortez.
1982: Second Junior Olympics Gold Medal
In 1982, Mike Tyson secured his second gold medal at the Junior Olympic Games, defeating Kelton Brown.
1984: Amateur Losses to Henry Tillman
In 1984, Mike Tyson experienced amateur losses to Henry Tillman.
1984: Sparring with Lennox Lewis
In 1984, Mike Tyson sparred with Lennox Lewis at a training camp arranged by Cus D'Amato when both were promising fighters.
1984: National Golden Gloves Gold Medal
In 1984, Tyson won a gold medal at the National Golden Gloves held in New York, defeating Jonathan Littles.
1984: Victory Over Tyrell Biggs
In October of 1984, Mike Tyson was victorious in a fight against 1984 Olympic super heavyweight gold medalist Tyrell Biggs, winning by TKO in the seventh round.
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, Tyson's manager and trainer, passed away, potentially impacting Tyson's career and life.
1985: Spinks Takes Heavyweight Championship
In 1985, Michael Spinks took the heavyweight championship from Larry Holmes via fifteen-round decision.
1985: Professional Boxing Debut
In 1985, Mike Tyson started his professional boxing career.
1985: Defense of Don King
In 1985, Mike Tyson's lawyer, Fuller, defended Don King against federal tax-evasion charges.
February 16, 1986: First Nationally Televised Bout
On February 16, 1986, Mike Tyson's first nationally televised bout took place against Jesse Ferguson, resulting in a TKO victory for Tyson after Ferguson's nose was broken.
November 22, 1986: Won WBC Heavyweight Championship
On November 22, 1986, Mike Tyson won his first title fight against Trevor Berbick for the World Boxing Council (WBC) heavyweight championship, becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history at 20 years and 4 months old.
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: Defended Title Against James Smith
On March 7, 1987, Mike Tyson defended his title against James Smith, winning by unanimous decision and adding Smith's World Boxing Association (WBA) title to his existing belt.
1987: Added WBA and IBF Titles
In 1987, Mike Tyson added the WBA and IBF titles to his WBC title after defeating James Smith and Tony Tucker.
1987: Undisputed World Heavyweight Champion
In 1987, Mike Tyson became the undisputed world heavyweight champion.
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: Victory Over Larry Holmes
On January 22, 1988, Mike Tyson defeated Larry Holmes by TKO in the fourth round. This was the only knockout loss Holmes had in 75 professional fights.
February 7, 1988: Marriage to Robin Givens
On February 7, 1988, Mike Tyson married actress Robin Givens at Holy Angels Catholic Church in Chicago. Givens was known for her role on the sitcom "Head of the Class" at the time.
June 27, 1988: Defeated Michael Spinks
On June 27, 1988, Mike Tyson faced Michael Spinks. Tyson knocked Spinks out in the first round after 91 seconds.
September 1988: 20/20 Interview with Barbara Walters
In September 1988, Robin Givens and Mike Tyson gave a joint interview with Barbara Walters on ABC's "20/20". During the interview, Givens described her life with Tyson as "torture, pure hell" and labeled him as "manic depressive."
1988: The Ring Magazine's Fighter of the Year
In 1988, Mike Tyson was again named The Ring magazine's Fighter of the Year.
1988: Parted with Manager Bill Cayton and Trainer Kevin Rooney
In late 1988, Mike Tyson parted ways with his manager Bill Cayton and fired his longtime trainer Kevin Rooney, which critics alleged led to a decline in Tyson's boxing skills.
February 14, 1989: Separation from Robin Givens
On February 14, 1989, Mike Tyson and Robin Givens officially separated, following Givens' announcement a month earlier that she was seeking a divorce due to alleged abuse.
1989: Accusation by Erinn Cosby
In 1989, Erinn Cosby, daughter of Bill Cosby, publicly accused Mike Tyson of sexually assaulting her, though no charges were filed.
1989: Fights Against Bruno and Williams
In 1989, Mike Tyson had two fights. He knocked out Frank Bruno in February and Carl "The Truth" Williams in July, amid personal turmoil.
1989: Tyson receives honorary doctorate
In 1989, Mike Tyson was awarded an honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters by Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio. The university stated, "Mike demonstrates that hard work, determination and perseverance can enable one to overcome any obstacles."
1989: Honorary Doctorate
In 1989, Mike Tyson was awarded an honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from Central State University.
February 11, 1990: Loss to Buster Douglas
On February 11, 1990, Mike Tyson lost his undisputed championship title to Buster Douglas in Tokyo. Despite being a heavy favorite with 42/1 odds, Tyson struggled against Douglas's jab and ultimately lost by knockout in the tenth round. After the fight, Tyson's camp complained about the slow count given to Douglas after Tyson knocked him down in the eighth round.
February 1990: Sister's Death
In February 1990, Mike Tyson's older sister, Denise, passed away from a heart attack at the age of 24.
1990: Loss to Buster Douglas
In 1990, Mike Tyson lost the undisputed heavyweight championship to Buster Douglas in what was considered one of boxing's biggest upsets.
1990: Reign as Champion Ends
In 1990, Tyson's reign as the undisputed world heavyweight champion came to an end.
March 18, 1991: Controversial Victory Over Donovan Ruddock
On March 18, 1991, Mike Tyson faced Donovan "Razor" Ruddock in Las Vegas. Tyson won after a controversial stoppage by referee Richard Steele in the seventh round. The decision sparked a melee among the audience and Steele had to be escorted from the ring.
July 1991: Arrest for Rape
In July 1991, Mike Tyson was arrested for the rape of Desiree Washington at the Canterbury Hotel in Indianapolis and charged with multiple offenses.
November 8, 1991: Holyfield Fight Postponed Due to Injury
On November 8, 1991, a scheduled fight between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield for the undisputed championship was postponed after Tyson sustained a rib cartilage injury during training.
February 10, 1992: Conviction on Rape Charges
On February 10, 1992, Mike Tyson was convicted on rape charges.
March 26, 1992: Sentencing for Rape Conviction
On March 26, 1992, Mike Tyson was sentenced to six years in prison and 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 following his sentencing.
1992: Required to Register as Sex Offender
Due to his conviction, in 1992, Mike Tyson was required to register as a Tier II sex offender under federal law.
1992: Biological Father's Death
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.
1994: Holyfield's Retirement and Comeback
In 1994, Evander Holyfield retired from boxing after losing his championship to Michael Moorer. He later made a comeback, leading to a fight with Tyson.
March 1995: Release from Prison
In March 1995, Mike Tyson was released from prison after serving less than three years of his sentence. During this time he got tattoos of Arthur Ashe, Mao Zedong, and Che Guevara.
1995: Release From Prison
In 1995, Mike Tyson was released from prison after serving time for his conviction on rape charges.
March 1996: WBC Title Win Against Frank Bruno
In March 1996, Mike Tyson regained a boxing title by defeating Frank Bruno to win the WBC title, knocking him out in the third round.
November 9, 1996: Loss to Evander Holyfield
On November 9, 1996, Mike Tyson fought Evander Holyfield in Las Vegas and lost by TKO in the eleventh round. Holyfield's victory was controversial due to allegations of frequent headbutts during the fight.
1996: Regained WBA and WBC Titles
In 1996, after his release from prison, Mike Tyson regained the WBA and WBC titles, joining a select group of boxers who have reclaimed a heavyweight championship after losing it.
April 19, 1997: Marriage to Monica Turner
On April 19, 1997, Mike Tyson married Monica Turner, who was a pediatric resident at Georgetown University Medical Center.
June 28, 1997: The Bite Fight
On June 28, 1997, Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield fought in a rematch that became known as "The Sound and the Fury" and grossed $100 million. During the fight, Tyson bit both of Holyfield's ears, resulting in his disqualification.
July 9, 1997: Boxing License Rescinded
On July 9, 1997, the Nevada Athletic Commission rescinded Mike Tyson's boxing license, fined him US$3 million, and ordered him to pay legal costs due to the ear-biting incident in the Holyfield fight.
1997: Disqualification Against Holyfield
In 1997, Mike Tyson's rematch against Evander Holyfield ended with Tyson being disqualified for biting Holyfield's ears.
August 31, 1998: Traffic Accident and Assault
On August 31, 1998, Mike Tyson was involved in a traffic accident which led to him assaulting two motorists.
October 18, 1998: Boxing License Restored
On October 18, 1998, the Nevada Athletic Commission voted to restore Mike Tyson's boxing license, which had been revoked after the Holyfield fight.
1998: WrestleMania XIV 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. He was paid $3 million for his appearance and was associated with the D-Generation X stable.
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".
1998: Tyson-McNeeley fight Included in TV Guide's 50 Greatest TV Sports Moments of All Time
In 1998, The Tyson-McNeeley fight was included in TV Guide's list of the 50 Greatest TV Sports Moments of All Time.
January 1999: Fight Against Francois Botha
In January 1999, Mike Tyson fought Francois Botha. Tyson allegedly attempted to break Botha's arms during a tie-up. Tyson won by knockout in the fifth round, but his tactics and an expletive-filled tirade on WWOR-TV stirred controversy.
February 5, 1999: Sentenced for Assault
On February 5, 1999, Mike Tyson was sentenced to a year in prison, fined $5,000, and ordered to serve two years probation and 200 hours of community service for assaulting two motorists following a traffic accident.
October 23, 1999: Fight Against Orlin Norris Ruled No Contest
On October 23, 1999, Mike Tyson fought Orlin Norris. Tyson knocked down Norris after the bell, leading to Norris's injury and the bout being ruled a no contest.
June 2000: Victory Over Lou Savarese
In June 2000, Mike Tyson defeated Lou Savarese in Glasgow, with the fight lasting only 38 seconds. Tyson continued punching after the referee stopped the fight and then called out Lennox Lewis in a post-fight speech.
2001: TKO Victory Over Brian Nielsen
In 2001, Mike Tyson beat Brian Nielsen in Copenhagen by TKO in the seventh round.
January 2002: Monica Turner Files for Divorce
In January 2002, Monica Turner filed for divorce from Mike Tyson, alleging adultery during their five-year marriage.
January 22, 2002: Brawl at Press Conference with Lennox Lewis
On January 22, 2002, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis were involved in a brawl at a New York press conference to promote their planned fight.
2002: World Heavyweight Title Fight Loss
In 2002, Mike Tyson fought Lennox Lewis for the world heavyweight title but lost by knockout.
2002: The Ring Magazine Ranking
In 2002, The Ring magazine ranked Mike Tyson at number 72 in their 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. The couple had two children together.
February 22, 2003: Victory Over Clifford Etienne
On February 22, 2003, Mike Tyson defeated Clifford Etienne in Memphis, Tennessee, 49 seconds into the first round. This marked Tyson's final professional victory in the ring.
August 13, 2003: Confrontation with Bob Sapp
On August 13, 2003, Mike Tyson confronted K-1 fighter Bob Sapp in Las Vegas. A potential fight was discussed, but it never materialized due to Tyson's felony history preventing him from obtaining a visa to enter Japan.
August 2003: Filing for Bankruptcy
In August 2003, Mike Tyson filed for bankruptcy after years of financial struggles, despite earning over $300 million during his career. He reportedly had approximately $23 million in debt.
2003: The Ring Magazine Ranking
In 2003, The Ring magazine ranked Mike Tyson at number 16 on their list of 100 greatest punchers of all time.
July 30, 2004: Loss to Danny Williams
On July 30, 2004, Mike Tyson faced Danny Williams, dominating the first two rounds, but ultimately lost by knockout in the fourth round after Williams landed powerful punches. Tyson's manager later stated Tyson tore a knee ligament in the first round, impacting his performance.
June 3, 2005: Interview with USA Today
In an interview with USA Today published on June 3, 2005, Mike Tyson expressed feeling like a failure and wanting to escape his life, expressing a desire to become a missionary. He then started tending to pigeons.
June 11, 2005: Tyson Quits Against Kevin McBride
On June 11, 2005, Mike Tyson quit before the seventh round in a fight against Kevin McBride, later admitting he fought for a payday and lacked 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 after nearly crashing into a police SUV. He admitted to using drugs and stated he was an addict.
2006: Cameo in Rocky Balboa
In 2006, Mike Tyson appeared as himself in a cameo role in the film "Rocky Balboa".
2006: Exhibition Bout Against Corey Sanders
In 2006, Mike Tyson returned to the ring for a four-round exhibition bout against Corey Sanders in Youngstown, Ohio, to pay off debts. The bout was poorly received and the tour was canceled.
January 22, 2007: Not Guilty Plea to Drug Charges
On January 22, 2007, Mike Tyson pleaded not guilty in Maricopa County Superior Court to felony drug possession, paraphernalia possession, and two misdemeanor counts of driving under the influence of drugs.
May 5, 2007: Pay-per-view Record Surpassed
On May 5, 2007, the pay-per-view buy rate record, previously held by Tyson vs. Holyfield II, was surpassed by Oscar De La Hoya vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr.
August 2007: Guilty Plea for Drug Possession and DUI
In August 2007, Mike Tyson pleaded guilty in an Arizona court to drug possession and driving under the influence, stemming from a December arrest where he admitted to using cocaine and being addicted.
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 of possession of cocaine and driving under the influence. He was sentenced to 24 hours in jail, three years' probation, and 360 hours of community service.
2007: Publication of The Last Great Fight
In 2007, Joe Layden's book, "The Last Great Fight: The Extraordinary Tale of Two Men and How One Fight Changed Their Lives Forever", chronicling the lives of Mike Tyson and James 'Buster' Douglas, was published.
2008: Premiere of Tyson Documentary
In 2008, the documentary "Tyson" premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in France.
May 25, 2009: Daughter Exodus Found Unconscious
On May 25, 2009, Mike Tyson's four-year-old daughter, Exodus, was found unconscious by her brother, tangled in a cord dangling from an exercise treadmill.
May 26, 2009: Death of Daughter Exodus
On May 26, 2009, Mike Tyson's daughter, Exodus, died from injuries sustained after being found tangled in a cord from an exercise treadmill the previous day.
June 6, 2009: Marriage to Lakiha "Kiki" Spicer
On June 6, 2009, eleven days after the death of his daughter, Mike Tyson married his longtime girlfriend Lakiha "Kiki" Spicer in a private ceremony in Las Vegas.
November 11, 2009: Airport Scuffle Arrest
On November 11, 2009, Mike Tyson was arrested after getting into a scuffle with a photographer at Los Angeles International Airport. No charges were filed.
2009: Appearance in The Hangover
In 2009, Mike Tyson appeared in the movie "The Hangover".
July 2010: First Islamic Pilgrimage Umrah
In July 2010, Mike Tyson first completed the Islamic pilgrimage Umrah.
March 2011: Appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
In March 2011, Mike Tyson appeared on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" to promote his new Animal Planet reality series, "Taking On Tyson", where he discussed his improved lifestyle, including sober living and a vegan diet.
June 12, 2011: Induction to International Boxing Hall of Fame
On June 12, 2011, Mike Tyson was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
September 2011: Controversial Comments About Sarah Palin
In September 2011, Mike Tyson made crude and violent comments about former Alaska governor Sarah Palin during an interview, which were later published on The Daily Caller website, leading to criticism from journalist Greta van Susteren.
October 2012: Launch of Mike Tyson Cares Foundation
In October 2012, Mike Tyson launched the Mike Tyson Cares Foundation, aiming to provide comprehensive support to kids from broken homes.
February 2013: National Tour of Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth
In February 2013, Mike Tyson took his one-man show "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth" on a 36-city, three-month national tour, where he discussed his personal and professional life.
August 2013: Admission of Alcoholism Relapse
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: Appearance on Fox Sports 1
In September 2013, Mike Tyson was featured on a six-episode television series on Fox Sports 1 documenting his personal and private life, entitled Being: Mike Tyson.
November 2013: Statements on Religion
In November 2013, Mike Tyson stated that the more he looked into churches and mosques for God, the more he saw the devil.
November 2013: Publication of Autobiography and Award
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: Grateful to be a Muslim
In December 2013, Mike Tyson stated in an interview with Fox News that he was very grateful to be a Muslim and that he needed Allah in his life. He also talked about his sobriety progress.
2013: Admission of Using Wife's Urine for Doping Tests
In 2013, Mike Tyson admitted in his autobiography that he used his then-wife Monica Turner's urine to pass doping tests.
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.
October 27, 2014: Premiere of Mike Tyson Mysteries
On October 27, 2014, "Mike Tyson Mysteries", an animated series where Tyson voices a fictionalized version of himself solving mysteries, premiered on Adult Swim.
2014: Interview with The Ring Magazine
In 2014, Mike Tyson reflected on his strongest opponents in ten categories for an interview with The Ring magazine.
March 2015: Feature on Madonna's Album Rebel Heart
In early March 2015, Mike Tyson was featured on the track "Iconic" on Madonna's album "Rebel Heart", where he spoke some lines at the beginning of the song.
March 2015: Casting in Ip Man 3 Announced
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: Principal Photography Begins for Ip Man 3
On March 25, 2015, principal photography began for "Ip Man 3", featuring Mike Tyson as Frank.
December 16, 2015: Premiere of Ip Man 3 in Hong Kong
On December 16, 2015, "Ip Man 3" premiered in Hong Kong, featuring Mike Tyson as Frank.
2015: Support for Donald Trump's Presidential Candidacy
In 2015, Mike Tyson announced his support for Donald Trump's presidential candidacy.
2015: Inducted into the Southern Nevada Hall of Fame
In 2015, Mike Tyson was inducted into the Southern Nevada Hall of Fame.
August 2016: Shooting of Girls 2: Girls vs Gangsters
Shooting of the film "Girls 2: Girls vs Gangsters", in which Tyson appears as 'Dragon', took place around Vietnam in August 2016
January 2017: Launch of YouTube Channel
In January 2017, Mike Tyson launched his YouTube channel with Shots Studios, featuring comedy videos and music parodies.
May 2017: Publication of Iron Ambition
In May 2017, Mike Tyson published his second memoir, "Iron Ambition", co-written with Larry Sloman, which details his time with his trainer and surrogate father, Cus D'Amato.
October 2017: Announcement as Face of Ultra Tune
In October 2017, Mike Tyson was announced as the new face of Australian car servicing franchise Ultra Tune, replacing Jean-Claude van Damme.
2017: The Ring Magazine Ranking
In 2017, The Ring magazine ranked Mike Tyson as number 9 of 20 heavyweight champions based on a poll of panelists.
January 2018: First Ultra Tune Ad Airs
In January 2018, Mike Tyson's first television commercial for Ultra Tune aired during the Australian Open, but it was criticized for being "a little sexist."
February 2018: Attendance at MMA Tournament in Chelyabinsk
In February 2018, Mike Tyson attended an international mixed martial arts (MMA) tournament held in Chelyabinsk, Russia, and expressed his positive views about the Russian people, noting their kindness and sensitivity.
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: Instagram Video Hinting at Boxing Return
On May 12, 2020, Mike Tyson posted a training video on his Instagram account, ending it with the phrase "I'm back", hinting at a potential return to boxing.
May 23, 2020: AEW Double or Nothing Appearance
On May 23, 2020, Mike Tyson appeared at All Elite Wrestling's Double or Nothing event, helping Cody defeat Lance Archer. He also presented Cody with the inaugural AEW TNT Championship.
July 2020: Creation of 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 a chance to compete.
July 2020: Contract Signed for Exhibition Fight
In July 2020, it was announced that Mike Tyson signed a contract to face Roy Jones Jr. in an eight-round exhibition fight, scheduled initially for September 12 but later pushed back to November 28.
October 2020: Release of Dance Music Single "Mike Tyson"
In October 2020, Tiki Lau released a dance music single titled "Mike Tyson", which includes vocals from Mike Tyson.
November 28, 2020: Fight Against Roy Jones Jr.
On November 28, 2020, Mike Tyson fought Roy Jones Jr. at the Staples Center in the first event produced under Legends Only League. The fight went the full eight rounds and was declared a draw.
2020: Recognition and Rankings by The Ring and CBS Sports
In 2020, Bill Caplan of The Ring magazine listed Mike Tyson as number 17 of the 20 greatest heavyweights of all time. Also in 2020, CBS Sports boxing experts ranked Tyson number 7 among the top 10 heavyweights of the last 50 years.
March 2021: Announcement of Tyson Scripted Series
In March 2021, it was announced that Jamie Foxx would star in and executive produce an official scripted series about Mike Tyson's life, directed by Antoine Fuqua and executive produced by Martin Scorsese.
April 7, 2021: AEW Dynamite Appearance
On April 7, 2021, Mike Tyson returned to AEW Dynamite and intervened to protect Chris Jericho from an attack by The Pinnacle, assaulting Shawn Spears in the process.
May 25, 2021: Premiere of Mike Tyson: The Knockout
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 as VIP guests in the Blue Team's kitchen during the opening dinner service of Season 20's 300th episode of "Hell's Kitchen".
2021: Ads for Mike's Hard Lemonade Seltzer
In 2021, Mike Tyson was featured in ads for Mike's Hard Lemonade Seltzer.
April 20, 2022: Incident on JetBlue Flight
On April 20, 2022, Mike Tyson repeatedly punched a male passenger who was harassing him on a JetBlue flight from San Francisco to Florida. He did not face criminal charges.
August 6, 2022: Tyson accuses Hulu of stealing his story
On August 6, 2022, Mike Tyson accused Hulu of stealing his story for the biographical drama limited series, Mike. He stated, "Hulu stole my story" and told the service that "I'm not a n****r you can sell on the auction block."
August 25, 2022: Cameo Appearance in Liger
On August 25, 2022, Mike Tyson made a cameo appearance in the Telugu-Hindi movie "Liger".
December 2022: Second Islamic Pilgrimage Umrah with DJ Khaled
In December 2022, Mike Tyson completed his second Islamic pilgrimage Umrah, accompanied by DJ Khaled.
November 2023: Controversy over Alleged Donation to Israeli Defense Forces
In November 2023, Mike Tyson faced criticism and rumors regarding his alleged donation to the Israeli Defense Forces after he attended an event sponsored by Friends of the IDF (FIDF).
March 2024: Announcement of Return Fight
In March 2024, it was announced that Mike Tyson would return to the ring to fight Jake Paul on July 20, 2024, at AT&T Stadium.
May 26, 2024: Tyson Suffers Ulcer Flare-Up
On May 26, 2024, Mike Tyson suffered an ulcer flare-up aboard a plane.
May 31, 2024: Tyson-Paul Fight Postponed
On May 31, 2024, the fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul was postponed due to medical advice from Tyson's doctor following his ulcer flare-up.
June 7, 2024: Rescheduled Fight Date
On June 7, 2024, it was announced that the fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul was rescheduled to take place at the same stadium on November 15, 2024.
July 20, 2024: Heavyweight Bout against Jake Paul (Original Date)
Originally scheduled for July 20, 2024, Mike Tyson was set to make his ring return against Jake Paul in a heavyweight bout at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
November 15, 2024: Rescheduled Fight Date
On November 15, 2024, the fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will take place at the same stadium.
2024: Tyson's Last Boxing Fight
In 2024, Michael Gerard Tyson ended his professional boxing career.
April 2025: BoxRec Ranking
As of April 2025, BoxRec ranks Tyson at No. 24 among the greatest boxers that had their last fight at heavyweight.
September 4, 2025: Exhibition Bout Agreed
On September 4, 2025, it was announced that Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have agreed to fight each other in an exhibition bout some time in Spring 2026.
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