Years After Michael Jackson’s “Drunk” Rival Tried to Kill Him, Late American Icon’s Son Makes Major Revelation on Mike Tyson’s Podcast

The 1980s saw the emergence of iconic pop stars, Michael Jackson and Prince, who captured hearts with their music and fueled a rivalry that ignited drama and speculation. Born merely two months apart, their trajectories diverged significantly, with Jackson skyrocketing to unprecedented fame in a meteoric rise. However, behind the scenes, a clash of egos brewed, leaving a trail of memorable confrontations.

Within the complex web of this rivalry, a startling narrative emerged from none other than former Heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. In a revelation that stunned many, ‘Iron Mike’ detailed an incident where Prince’s animosity towards Jackson took an alarming turn.

Mike Tyson reveals how Prince tried to run over Michael Jackson

In a recent episode of Hotboxin, along with the son of the legendary pop star, Prince Jackson, ‘Iron Mike’ detailed a fascinating story. According to Tyson’s account, Prince had driven his car aggressively in an attempt to run over Jackson.

“Prince was trying to run them over in the studio. I believed him. I really believed him” said Tyson.

This story was first revealed by Quincy Jones who gave a detailed account of what happened. According to him during a James Brown concert, both ‘MJ’ and Prince were invited on stage. However, it was revealed that Jackson beckoned Prince to join him on stage, only due to the latter being intoxicated. The show would end up in some humiliation for Prince for which he wanted payback by running Jackson over. The details of this account paint a vivid picture of a rivalry that transcended music and veered into the realm of dangerous hostility. While animosity and rivalry permeated their interactions, it’s worth noting that Michael Jackson didn’t harbor outright hatred for Prince.

Michael Jackson’s son shares his father’s perspective on rivalry with Prince

Jackson’s son, Prince Jackson, shed light on his father’s perspective on the feud. According to him, his father maintained a competitive respect for Prince. The rivalry, though intense, seemed to be grounded in a unique form of admiration. However, there was no feeling of pure hatred from his father towards his rival.

“I wasn’t around during that whole rivalry, but when he always spoke to me about Prince, it was with, uh, competitive respect, I would say. You know, like he wasn’t like he said, he didn’t dislike him, but always had that ‘I’m bigger than Prince’.” he said

The legacy of  Jackson and Prince is one marked not only by their musical achievements but also by the entangled threads of rivalry. In the end, this tale of two towering musical figures serves as a reminder that the world of fame and creativity isn’t always harmonious. Behind the melodies and the glitz lies a tapestry of emotions and conflicts, shaping the legacies of those who once ruled the stage.

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