Decoding 6 Unique Tattoos of the Legend Mike Tyson
Face Tattoo In 2003, Mike Tyson visited artist Victor Whitmill to express his desire for a beautiful tattoo on his face. Initially, Tyson wanted a heart symbol to represent love, but Victor Whitmill disagreed.
Maori tribal symbol on Mike Tyson’s face.
Whitmill advised Tyson to choose a stronger image that aligned with his path. Thus, the Maori tribal symbol on Tyson’s left eye was born.
Later, in a documentary released in 2008, Tyson said that the tattoo represents the pride of a warrior. He was completely convinced by Victor Whitmill.
Right Bicep Tattoo Mike Tyson served time in prison for a rape conviction. During that long period, the world boxing legend studied a book about Chinese leader Mao Zedong.
Mike Tyson later affirmed that Mao Zedong made him less shallow. Since being released from prison, Tyson has diligently sought more material about his new source of inspiration to read.
Mao Zedong on Mike Tyson’s right bicep.
Mike Tyson considers Mao Zedong an inspiration.
Abdominal Tattoo On his abdomen, Mike Tyson has a tattoo of Che Guevara, the Argentine revolutionary. When asked why, the American boxer shared, “Che Guevara was a great man. He had a lot, but sacrificed it all for the benefit of others.”
Che Guevara tattoo on Mike Tyson’s abdomen.
Left Arm Tattoo Mike Tyson divorced his wife Monica Turner in 2002. Their five-year marriage ended in tears after Turner blatantly had an affair.
Despite this, Mike Tyson still loved his wife deeply. Evidence of this is that he refused to remove her tattoo from his left arm.
Monica Turner’s tattoo on Mike Tyson’s arm.
Mike Tyson and his wife during happier times.
Right Arm Tattoo Mike Tyson has never spoken about the dragon tattoo on his right arm. However, in Chinese culture, the dragon symbolizes strength, wisdom, and freedom.
Dragon tattoo on Mike Tyson’s right arm.
Left Bicep Tattoo Mike Tyson once baffled fans by getting a tattoo of Arthur Ashe, a tennis legend, on his right bicep.
Tyson has stated that he is not a tennis fan. Therefore, it is likely that he idolizes Ashe for his progressive and community-focused beliefs.
