Former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has transitioned from a formidable heavyweight to a thoughtful veteran. With age, Tyson has also started pondering about his own mortality. In a recent podcast episode, Tyson opened up about his impending death.
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Tyson was hosting his ‘Hotboxin with Mike Tyson‘ podcast with DJ Whoo Kid. Meanwhile, his therapist Sean MacFarland was also present as a guest for the episode. The trio was having a heartfelt conversation about the uncertainty of life.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – AUGUST 22: Mike Tyson attends the Citi Taste Of Tennis on August 22, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Noam Galai/Getty Images for AYS Sports Marketing)
In conversation, Tyson expressed concerns that he might die soon. He said, “We are all going to die, one day, of course. When I look in the mirror, I see those little spots on my face and say, wow that’s my expiration date is coming close really soon.”
It seems certain that ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ has started questioning his once immortal status inside the ring.
Fans are concerned about Mike Tyson
Fans were taken aback by Mike Tyson’s statement. Moreover, many fans took to social media to express their concerns about the former champ.
Everyone's going to die someday
If we know the day we're going to die life would be a living hell.
So enjoy life and don't worry about death,it will eventually come to anybody.— Survey Corps (@survey_corp97) July 20, 2022
User @survey_corp97 mentioned that death is a certain visitor in every person’s life. The user also advised Tyson to enjoy life and to stop worrying about death, as it will eventually come to everybody.
I hope not. 😕
— EGCollins (@EGCollins) July 20, 2022
He better not he has become quite an inspirational guy.
— Syzmon Thomas (@ThomasSzymon) July 20, 2022
Meanwhile, a few users hoped that Tyson’s words would not ring true. In fact, user @ThomasSzymon also added that Tyson was an inspirational person.
Why would he think so ?
— Angela Williams (@AngelaW74159154) July 20, 2022
On the other hand, user @AngelaW74159154 was confused as to why the once fearless heavyweight would have the need to make such a statement.
LIFE AND DEATH IS AT THE POWER O THE TOUNGE ….. DONT JINX YOURSELF !!!
— JJ51 (@JJ5106744495) July 20, 2022
Never say it out loud, unless as a joke. Sometimes The Fates can be capricious. Don’t fuck with them, real talk.
— Cubes Rotating Within Spheres (@HHershorn) July 20, 2022
However, a few users warned Tyson against talking about his death. In fact, the users emphasized that people can jinx their fates by talking about it.
He's a manic depressive.
Can't help but like the guy though
— NFFC since 1865⭐️⭐️ (@MrScrewerNFFC) July 21, 2022
User @MrScrewerNFFC felt that Tyson was having a bout of depression.
Sounds like a plea for help. Somebody needs to reach out to him!
— Mark Jones (@MarkIJones27) July 20, 2022
Similarly, user @MarkIJones27 felt that Tyson’s statement was a plea for help. And, the user also added that people should check on Tyson’s health.
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