A viral video featuring boxing legend Mike Tyson has taken social media by storm. The video, shared on X (formerly Twitter), captures an unusual encounter in New York City that’s both humorous and nostalgic. In the video, a man approaches Tyson, expressing his admiration for the former heavyweight champion before revealing a surprising memory from his youth. As the man prepares to take a photo with Tyson, he leans in and whispers, “You robbed me when I was 8 years old.” Tyson, slightly taken aback but clearly amused, responds by asking if the man is now blaming him for the robbery. Laughing, Tyson adds that the man had indeed been “robbed.” The fan then recounts the details, mentioning that the incident occurred near a Woolworth’s store, a popular retail chain at the time. Tyson seems to remember, replying that they used to take pictures in that store. The light-hearted exchange ends with Tyson apologizing to the man, but the fan reassures him that there are no hard feelings, responding, “No, don’t worry about it, baby.” This unexpected interaction between Tyson and the man quickly gained traction on social media. Viewers were captivated by the mix of humor and nostalgia in their conversation. The video, uploaded on November 11, has garnered over 9 million views, demonstrating its widespread appeal. Fans found the incident endearing, showing a softer, humorous side of Mike Tyson, who was once known for his fierce personality in the ring. “Only Mike can rob you and make you feel happy at the same time,” wrote one user. “To get robbed by Mike Tyson is quite a badge of honour. How many thousands of times has he told this story? Mike knew it was probably true…..” wrote another. “Would he still remember it if Mike wasn’t famous? I don’t think so,” commented one user while another posted, “It must be quite a powerful experience for both Mike Tyson and the man he robbed. It’s interesting how life can bring unexpected encounters and opportunities for reflection and growth.” This video serves as a reminder that even legendary figures like Mike Tyson have moments of vulnerability and humor. It also showcases the power of unexpected encounters to bring laughter and reflection into our lives.
Mike Tyson’s Unexpected Encounter: A Fan Confesses He Was Robbed by the Boxing Legend as a Teenager
