The Evolution of Mike Tyson: From Brat Pack to Respectable Icon Mike Tyson's formative years were marked by a tumultuous childhood in Brooklyn's Coney Island neighborhood.
Born to Lorna and Purcell Tyson, his family struggled to make ends meet, with his father often absent due to substance abuse.
At 11, Tyson was introduced to boxing by his soon to be trainer, Cus D'Amato, who recognized the young boy's raw talent. Tyson's early years were a stark contrast to those of many contemporary boxers.