The definition of knockout is Mike Tyson. First known as "Kid Dynamite" then "Iron" Mike, Tyson knocked out most of his opponents before becoming the youngest heavyweight champion at 20 years-old. No one could defeat Tyson inside the ring but his outside antics and personal life eventually caught up to him, which lead Tyson to slide downhill.

However, you can never count out the heart of a champion. Tyson got back on his feet after being knocked down by his personal demons.

With a depressing decade in the 2000s, Tyson managed to build a different path post-retirement from boxing in the 2010s. Tyson's ambition and star power continue to propel him to the years ahead. Here are some ways Mike Tyson has reentered the popular culture.

12 Social Media

Through no fault of his own, Mike Tyson is a social media sensation. It is impossible to scroll through Instagram and Twitter without seeing a Mike Tyson meme. Most of the memes consist of hilarious captions with Tyson's famous lisp. Tyson should not take this as an insult because it simply shows that he continues to be a cultural icon.

11 Family

It’s no secret that Mike Tyson had a series of bad marriages. In 2009, Tyson married his third wife, Lakiha “Kiki” Spicer. Kiki has been a positive influence on Tyson. He credits Kiki for his recent success and helped Tyson is overcome his drug addiction. The couple has two children; Milan and Morocco. 

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10 Iron Mike Promotions

In 2013, Mike Tyson returned to the boxing business since retirement. Tyson partnered with Garry Jonas and founded Iron Mike Promotions. The boxing promotion had a staple of prospects and inked a deal with ESPN to broadcast fights. Unfortunately, Tyson and Jonas had a falling out. All contracted fighters of the promotion were signed with Al Haymond.

9 Shots Studios

In 2016, Mike Tyson partnered with Shots Studios to produce comedy sketches on YouTube. While Tyson has shown his comedic talents in the past, the digital platform allows Tyson to resonate with a younger audience. Tyson has appeared on sketches with social media celebrities such as Anwar Jibawi and Rudy Mancuso.

8 Foot Locker Commerical

In 2013, Foot Locker released a commercial to promote the annual Week of Greatness. The commercial’s narrative was to show athletes making things right in the world. Mike Tyson is shown at Evander Holyfield’s house to return the piece of Holyfield’s ear that Tyson bit off in their infamous rematch. The two boxing legends hug to signify the bitter rivalry has ended.

7 Movie Roles

Mike Tyson is famously made appearances in The Hangover series, with the piano scene in the first film signifying Tyson’s reemergence in popular culture since his glory days inside the ring. In 2015, Tyson joined the cast of Ip Man 3 and had an amazing fight scene alongside Donnie Yen’s Ip Man.

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6 Mike Tyson Mysteries

Mike Tyson voices the main character, Mike Tyson, in the animated television show Mike Tyson Mysteries. The show is a spoof of Scooby-Doo, where the protagonists set out to solve mysteries. The show is made for an adult audience as it is shown on Adult Swim and features mature content.

5 Mentoring Other Fighters

Mike Tyson is a boxing icon. Most fighters say Tyson is the reason for them wanting to become a fighter. Tyson will always be attached to the sport and appears in various boxing and MMA events. Tyson is known for promoting fighters through his platforms. He enjoys giving boxing and mental advice to fighters seeking his knowledge. 

4 Undisputed Truth

Mike Tyson starred in a one-man show called Undisputed Truth. The show was written by wife, Kiki, and directed by Spike Lee. It began in Las Vegas, then moved to Broadway, and eventually a national tour. Undisputed Truth was originally a memoir before it was adapted for the stage. The show premiered on HBO in November 2013.

3 Hotboxin' With Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson has always been insightful. The podcast platform always Tyson to express his perspectives in long-form conservations with co-host Eben Britton, a former NFL player. The podcast features celebrities and athletes such as Snoop Dogg, Tony Robbins, and former nemesis Evander Holyfield. All while surrounded in a cloud of the devil’s lettuce.

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2 Cannabis

Mike Tyson launched his cannabis company, Tyson Holistic Holdings, in 2016. The company is based out of Tyson’s ranch in California and grows various strains of marijuana. Tyson plans to turn his ranch into a resort, featuring a hotel, spas, camping grounds, and a lazy river. Tyson’s goal is to make cannabis a healthy, safe alternative for those addicted to opioids.

1 Fighting For Charity

On May 1st, 2020, Mike Tyson posted a short clip of him hitting pads on Instagram. The video caused tons of excitement as Tyson said he is hoping box in exhibition fights to raise money for charity. Tyson later posted a longer training montage and proclaimed “I’m Back.” With Evander Holyfield also releasing a training video, could we see a third fight?

Sources: ESPN, The Leaf Desk, New York Post

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