Mike Tyson was known for his ruthlessness in and outside of the ring. The boxer was notorious for his aggression, especially towards his opponents, who were often the victim of Tyson’s psychological warfare.

However, it seems that Tyson has changed a lot throughout the years as he gave a polite response to Wu-Tang Clan member, U God, who accused Tyson of stealing his mother’s earrings.

Tyson gave a respectful response

Media outlet Vlad TV did an interview with U God back in 2019, where the rapper accused Mike Tyson. Tyson was a teenager at the time when U God’s mother’s earrings got stolen back in the 1970s.

Tyson then appeared for an interview with the same channel and was asked by the reporter if he remembered anything about this incident,” Do you have any thought or remembrance about anything like that?” He asked Tyson.

Tyson was shocked after hearing this and remorsefully stated that he would be willing to pay the rapper, “Wow, his name is U God. Well, you tell U God I got the money to pay him back now, so when you see him, tell him to ask for the money and I’ll give it to him.” Tyson told the reporter. The reporter then praised Tyson and also called him a gentleman. He said, “That’s a gentleman and a scholar right there, no joke.”

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Lastly, Iron Mike stated that the only reason he would have done such a thing was that he was poor and that the rapper’s mother was richer than him, “When I snatched your mother’s earrings that means you have more money than me,” Tyson added

The Intimidating persona of Mike Tyson

Many experts, fans, and analysts believe that Mike Tyson’s dominance in the late 80s was due to his opponents being beaten before they ever stepped foot in the ring. Iron Mike’s talent for terrifying his opponents was legendary. With his muscular physique, malevolent glare, and his black trunks and shoes with no socks, he looked the part of an executioner.

For the majority of his career, he was incredibly intimidating and therefore was given the nickname, ‘The Baddest Man On The Planet’. However, it seems like Tyson is now a changed man and is focused on growing as a person, becoming more calm and mature than before.

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