Mike Tyson Opens up on His ‘Independent’ Son: ‘I Think He’s an A**hole’

Mike Tyson is one of the most successful boxers in the history of the sport. He has won many world titles and was a force to be reckoned with in his prime. Tyson took retirement from professional boxing in 2005, but his illustrious career has earned him a fortune that aids in his lavish and comfortable life. Check out how his son wants to lead his life.  

In the recent episode of Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson, the conversation reached a point where they were discussing the super-rich kids who want to experience being poor, staying apart from the spoilage.  

Amidst this, Tyson started telling about his kid, “I have one of those kids. I think he’s an as*hole. I think if I had a father like me, I think I would ask for a lot more, I think, that’s my opinion.”

Furthermore, he mentioned, “He wants his own self-worth, that’s what he wants. He said I don’t want that Ferrari, I don’t want that Mercedes Benz, let me buy my own truck. He got the F1 truck, you know one of those white boy trucks. Why he’s doing it? He doesn’t want money, he doesn’t want me to give him money, he doesn’t want me to pay no bills, he just wants to be independent.”

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The legendary boxer’s son seems to be on the right track by not spoiling himself with the millions that his father has earned. The young Tyson wants to earn for himself, living an independent life. 

Mike Tyson feels that his expiration date is coming close 

‘Iron Mike’ has lived a life like no other person ever has. He has seen it from a different angle, which has earned him a lot of perspective over the years. Tyson’s story is a proper rags-to-riches tale, with a lot of ups and downs in between. It’s a complete roller coaster ride. 

However, the retired boxer feels that his time is close. He opened up about it on his podcast with therapist Sean McFarland. Tyson stated, “We’re all gonna die one day of course. Then, when I look in the mirror, I see those little spots on my face, I say, ‘Wow. That means my expiration date is coming close, really soon.”   

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Millions of people listen to his podcast, and the legend’s struggles, achievements, and narrative serve as motivation for many. Although he feels that his time has come close, his supporters believe that he still has a very long way to go.