Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson is a former American professional boxer, considered one of the greatest heavyweights of all time. He was born on June 30, 1966, in Brooklyn, New York.

At the age of 13, Tyson was sent to the Tryon School for Boys in upstate New York, where he met Bobby Stewart, a counselor and former boxer who introduced him to the sport. Tyson quickly became a standout amateur fighter and was discovered by boxing manager Cus D'Amato, who took him under his wing and became his legal guardian after Tyson's mother died when he was 16.

Under D'Amato's tutelage, Tyson turned pro at the age of 18 and quickly gained a reputation as a ferocious puncher with lightning-fast reflexes. He won his first 19 fights by knockout and became the youngest ever heavyweight champion at the age of 20, after knocking out Trevor Berbick in 1986.

Over the next few years, Tyson dominated the heavyweight division, winning all of his fights by knockout and becoming the undisputed champion in 1987.  Tyson remains one of the most iconic and popular boxers of all time.

The professional boxer has been an advocate for the use of cannabis for both medicinal and recreational purposes. He has spoken publicly about his own use of cannabis and its benefits, including its ability to help him cope with anxiety and stress.

In recent years, Tyson has also become a cannabis entrepreneur, launching his own cannabis company called Tyson Ranch. The company sells a variety of cannabis products, including premium strains, edibles, and extracts.

Tyson has also been involved in efforts to promote the legalization of cannabis and has spoken out about the need for more research into its potential benefits. He has argued that cannabis can be a safe and effective alternative to prescription drugs for treating a range of medical conditions, including chronic pain, anxiety, and depression.

Overall, Tyson's advocacy for cannabis reflects a growing acceptance of the drug among both athletes and the general public, as well as a broader shift in attitudes towards drug policy and drug use.