Whenever Mike Tyson is involved, there are sure to be headlines.
The fighter, known for both his successes in the ring and his troubles outside it (including a conviction for rape), has been in the spotlight for 40 years.
Top five facts about Mike Tyson:
- Youngest-ever heavyweight champion at age 20; went on to win 58 bouts, including 50 by knockout.
- Declared bankruptcy in 2003 after earning over $300M.
- Current net worth: $20M to $30M (some estimates higher).
- Earned about $20M from his 2024 exhibition fight with Jake Paul.
- Income now comes from cannabis, entertainment, podcasting, and real estate.
At age 59, Tyson seems to have no plans to fade away into a quiet retirement.
The former heavyweight boxing champion announced today, Sept. 8, that he will star in a limited-run series of events exclusively at Hard Rock Live venues across the country.
The production will kick off later this fall.
Mike Tyson is embarking on a new series of events later this fall.
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Mike Tyson to hit the stage in “Return of the Mike”
“Return of the Mike” is a stage production that combines storytelling, humor, and reflections on Tyson’s colorful life and career.
Tyson starred in a similar live production more than a decade ago, to much success. His production “Undisputed Truth,” debuted in Las Vegas and was then staged on Broadway and had a national run under the direction of Spike Lee.
The Las Vegas shows sold out, and the other shows sold well enough to warrant an encore.
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The first show focused on Tyson’s rise from a troubled childhood to boxing fame and fortune. “Return of the Mike” promises to go further into Tyson’s triumphs and his struggles with addiction and mental health.
“After ‘Undisputed Truth,’ people kept asking when I’d return, and now it’s time — no holding back, no filter,” Tyson said in an announcement. “Hard Rock knows how to have a good time and bring people together for unforgettable nights, just like what we’re going to create with this tour. We’re going to have some fun, tell some truths, and remind everyone that I’m still swinging hard.”
“Return of the Mike” was written by Tyson’s wife, Lakiha “Kiki” Tyson. The couple married in 2009 and have two children together. Kiki Tyson also produced “Undisputed Truth.”
How to see the Hard Rock Live exclusive “Return of the Mike”
“Mike’s story is raw, real, and deeply human – and constantly evolving, so he has so much new material to share. That’s exactly the kind of experience our guests are looking for — something unforgettable, something that moves them. This show is going to do just that, and only Hard Rock gets to host it,” President of Entertainment and Brand at Hard Rock International and Seminole Gaming Keith Sheldon said exclusively to TheStreet.
“We’re excited to give Mike Tyson fans exclusive access to one of the greatest athletes in history, in his most honest and entertaining form.”
The four-city tour begins on November 9 in Rockford, Illinois.
“We’re in the big event business. Whether it’s a sold-out arena or an intimate venue, our goal is to create once-in-a-lifetime moments that aren’t happening anywhere else in the world. ‘Return of the Mike’ is one of those moments — and we’re proud to bring it to fans across the country,” Sheldon added.
Tour Schedule
Fans will have four opportunities to see “Return of the Mike” live:
- Rockford, IL: November 9, 2025 (Hard Rock Casino Rockford)
- Cincinnati, OH: November 23, 2025 (Hard Rock Casino Cincinnati)
- Hollywood, FL: December 14, 2025 (Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood – taped for streaming)
- Atlantic City, NJ: January 23, 2026 (Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City)
Tickets for “Return of the Mike” go on sale Friday, September 12.