It was about 5 grams, Mike Tyson once shocked celebrity comedian Steve-O by rolling cigarettes
‘Iron’ Mike Tyson is one of the most popular boxing champions in the sport. The fighter’s ferocious fighting style and intimidating aura have caused trouble for his opponents. He became the youngest heavyweight champion at the age of 20. Mike is also known for his controversies inside and outside the ring. From civil lawsuits to assault charges, the former champion has done it all. Tyson is also known for his extravagant lifestyle and his drug use in his life.
Mike Tyson was also known for his connections with celebrities. One of them is comedian and stunt performer Steve-O. He is known for hosting the TV show ‘Jackass’ on MTV. It is a show where a group of friends performs life-threatening stunts on television. Steve-O has also had hilarious interactions with the former world champion. In Tyson’s podcast, ‘Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson,’ Steve revealed a quirky meeting with the 56-year-old.
“He [Mike Tyson] says,’ You got any coke?’,” revealed Steve-O. He then said, “I think I had about 5 grams of cocaine.” “We [Steve-O and Mike Tyson] were in there [A bathroom] for like f****** 3 hours,” said the television personality. “Mike asked me for a cigarette in this bathroom.” “He rolls it in his fingers back and forth so the Tobacco falls out on the bathroom counter.” He then continued, “The cigarette paper is empty, it’s just like a cylinder. An empty tube of cigarette paper.“
“He [Mike Tyson] grabbed a whole pile of powder cocaine. He’s just scooping it in and pouring the powder into the tube, the cylinder of the cigarette paper,” narrated the 48-year-old. “Sure enough, he got it to work,” said Steve-O.
Mike Tyson talks about overcoming his drug addiction
Throughout his career, Mike Tyson has been open about his drug addiction. He had admitted to using recreational Marijuana and cocaine. Its negative impact on his career has certainly taken a toll on the former heavyweight champion. In the ‘In Depth with Graham Bensinger Podcast,’ Tyson reveals his struggles regarding drugs and his recovery procedures.
“I’m just like anybody else, I’m a pleasure junkie. I wanted to have fun,” said Tyson. When asked about his time in the rehabilitation center, Mike said, “[Mike Tyson met] Interesting dynamic people that just had my interest at heart as a human being.” “It is a utopic world. Everybody is happy, everybody is positive,” said the former heavyweight world champion.
“It was just an amazing experience for me,” said Tyson. “I understand myself more. I was just a young boy who didn’t understand myself and never gave myself any time to grow.” “It’s better late than never,” said Mike Tyson when asked about understanding himself.
Drug addiction seems to be a common theme for athletes. In addition to Mike Tyson, boxers have spoken up about their drug and alcohol addictions. One such boxer is Tyson Fury, who now advocates for mental health.
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