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Michael Gerard Tyson (born June 30, 1966, Brownsville, Brooklyn, New York, USA) is an American professional boxer who competed in the heavy weight category; one of the most famous and recognizable boxers in history. US National Olympic champion among juniors in the first heavyweight division (1982). Absolute world champion in the heavy weight category among professionals (1987-1990). World champion according to WBC (1986-1990, 1996), WBA (1987-1990, 1996), IBF (1987-1990), The Ring (1988-1990). Lineal champion (1988-1990). Defeated 11 fighters for the world heavyweight title[1]. The highest paid boxer in history (before Floyd Mayweather).