Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson was born on June 30, 1966. He is a former professional boxer who is known for his ferocious and intimidating boxing style.

On February 19, 1984, Cus D'Amato takes on the role of Mike Tyson's legal guardian and becomes his boxing trainer, shedding new light on Tyson's future.

On March 6, 1985, Mike Tyson won his professional debut match by defeating Hector Mercedes in just one round.

In November 1985, Cus D'Amato, the renowned boxing trainer and mentor of Mike Tyson, passed away due to pneumonia.

On November 22, 1985, Mike Tyson had his first professional boxing match. He quickly rose to fame for his knockout victories and became the youngest heavyweight champion in history.

Mike Tyson became the world champion in boxing.

In 1986, Mike Tyson made history by becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing at the age of 20.

Mike Tyson defeats James Smith in Las Vegas, claiming the WBA heavyweight title.

Mike Tyson defeated James Smith by unanimous decision to unify the WBA and WBC belts in boxing.

On March 7, 1987, Mike Tyson achieved the title of Champion of WBA. This victory added to his growing list of accomplishments in the boxing world.

On May 30, 1987, Mike Tyson retained his WBA-WBC heavyweight titles by knocking out Pinklon Thomas in the sixth round at Las Vegas.

On August 1, 1987, Mike Tyson took the International Boxing Federation (IBF) title from Tony Tucker in a twelve-round unanimous decision, becoming the first heavyweight to own all three major belts – WBA, WBC, and IBF – at the same time.

On January 22, 1988, Mike Tyson faced Larry Holmes and defeated the legendary former champion by KO in the fourth round. This was the only knockout loss Holmes had in 75 professional bouts.

Mike Tyson and actress Robin Givens got married on this day.

In a highly anticipated fight, Mike Tyson knocked out Michael Spinks in just 91 seconds, solidifying his fame and boxing prowess. This bout was considered the richest fight in history at the time.

On December 12, 1988, Sandra Miller of New York sued Mike Tyson for allegedly grabbing her, propositioning her, and insulting her at a nightclub. Tyson was later found guilty of battery and fined $100.

In 1989, Mike Tyson defeated Michael Spinks, the former champion of IFB, in just 92 seconds in the first round.

In a shocking upset, Buster Douglas defeated Mike Tyson in Tokyo, causing Tyson to lose the undisputed championship. Douglas's quick jab and reach advantage played a significant role in this unexpected outcome.

On July 19, 1991, Mike Tyson was arrested for the sexual assault of an 18-year-old girl, leading to a 5-year prison sentence.

On July 22, 1991, Desiree Washington files a complaint with the police, accusing boxer Mike Tyson of rape.

On September 9, 1991, a special grand jury indicts Mike Tyson on rape and three other charges. Two days later, he is booked in Indianapolis and released on $30,000 cash bond.

On February 10, 1992, after nine hours of deliberation, Mike Tyson is found guilty on one count of rape and two counts of deviate sexual conduct.

On March 26, 1992, Superior Court Judge Patricia Gifford sentences Mike Tyson to 10 years in prison, suspending four. She orders him to serve the term immediately.

On September 7, 1996, Mike Tyson added the WBA title to his collection by knocking out Bruce Seldon in the first round.

In a highly anticipated bout, Mike Tyson lost to Evander Holyfield for the second time in his professional career by a technical knockout in the 11th round.

The highly anticipated rematch between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield took place at the Las Vegas MGM Grand Garden Arena. Tyson was disqualified for biting Holyfield on both ears, resulting in Holyfield winning the match.

After biting Evander Holyfield, Mike Tyson's boxing license was revoked by the Nevada State Athletic Commission and he was fined $3 million plus legal fees.

On July 9, 1997, the Nevada State Athletic Commission unanimously voted to revoke Mike Tyson's boxing license and imposed a $3 million fine on him for biting Holyfield during a match.

On March 5, 1998, Mike Tyson filed a $100 million lawsuit in U.S. District Court in New York against Don King, alleging that the promoter cheated him out of tens of millions of dollars.

After being relicensed, Mike Tyson returned to the ring and knocked out Franz Botha in the fifth round on January 16, 1999.

On February 5, 1999, Mike Tyson was sentenced to two concurrent two-year sentences for assaulting two motorists after a traffic accident. Judge Stephen Johnson suspended most of the jail time, leaving Tyson with one year to serve. He was also fined $5,000 and given two years' probation.

In July 2001, authorities in California were investigating an allegation of sexual assault against Mike Tyson by Arlene Moorman. Tyson, a former world champion with a history of legal issues, was preparing for a fight in Phoenix amidst the investigation.

In 2002, Mike Tyson sought to fight Lennox Lewis for the heavyweight championship, but faced challenges obtaining a boxing license due to legal issues. The fight eventually took place on June 8 at the Pyramid Arena in Memphis, Tennessee, where Lewis dominated and knocked out Tyson in the eighth round.

On February 22, 2003, Mike Tyson defeated Clifford Etienne in 49 seconds into round one in Memphis. This victory marked Tyson's final professional win in the ring.

On July 30, 2004, Mike Tyson faced British boxer Danny Williams in a comeback fight in Louisville, Kentucky. Tyson dominated the early rounds but was unexpectedly knocked out in the fourth round due to a knee injury.

In an interview with USA Today published on June 3, 2005, Mike Tyson expressed his disappointment and desire for a fresh start after boxing, mentioning his interest in becoming a missionary and his struggles with self-image.

On June 11, 2005, Mike Tyson quit before the start of the seventh round in a bout against Kevin McBride. Tyson later revealed in a documentary that he fought for a payday, was in poor physical condition, and had lost his passion for boxing.

In 2008, the documentary Tyson premiered at the prestigious Cannes Film Festival, showcasing the personal and professional exploits of the legendary boxer Mike Tyson.

Mike Tyson's four-year-old daughter Exodus was found unconscious and tangled in a cord, and despite efforts to save her, she passed away the next day.

On June 12, 2011, Mike Tyson was honored with induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame, alongside other legendary figures in the boxing world.

In October 2012, Mike Tyson established the Mike Tyson Cares Foundation with the mission to provide support and resources for children from disadvantaged backgrounds.