THROWBACK: When a Young Boxing Icon in Mike Tyson Visited Differently Abled Individuals in New York

Back in his top form, Mike Tyson was the fiercest heavyweight of all time. At the same time, he was also one of the most loved pugilists on the planet. In no time, Tyson rose to extensive fame, and every young kid in the world wanted to be like him.

‘Iron’ Mike had immense abilities to hammer opponents in the ring. However, he was also highly capable of putting a smile on anyone’s face, just by his presence, aura, and more.

In 1987, Tyson paid a visit to YAI, a non-profit agency in New York that provided facilities to differently-abled individuals. ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ played basketball with everyone, shook hands, went out for a stroll, and even taught them boxing.

Tyson has a gifted ability to win an individual with all that he brings to the table. Firstly, he connected with millions of fans by bagging highlight like knockout wins. Moreover, Tyson exhibited an unusual persona outside the ring, and controversies always surrounded his life.

Yet, this only made the fans intrigued to know more about him.

‘Iron’ Mike always capitalized on his fan base and he often engaged in some heartfelt activities like the above-mentioned video.

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Not just that, but the ex-heavyweight king has always kept himself close to charitable works. Even today, he’s involved in tons of activities that help make an individual’s life better.

Mike Tyson and his family’s involvement in charity

Mike Tyson and his family launched a charity to empower 100 former female prisoners. Not just that, he also has a website named, miketysoncares. The aim of this organization is to provide a better lifestyle for lower-income groups.

Mike Tyson even took up an exhibition fight against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020. With this outing, both the legends aimed to raise money for various charities, and enjoy their time in-ring simultaneously.

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‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ knows the importance of giving it back to society. That said, he never shies away from helping anyone needy.