From kids who pursued careers in the arts as chart-topping musicians and photographers to children who proved they inherited their father’s athleticism and can pack a punch, meet Mike Tyson’s six children. While the world knows Mike Tyson as a boxing legend, to his six children, he’s simply dad. Beyond the fame and controversy, his most meaningful legacy lies in his role as a father. But his journey as a father hasn’t been without heartbreak. In 2009, Mike faced an unimaginable tragedy with the loss of his 4-year-old daughter. Despite this devastating chapter, his family continues to grow and thrive. Let’s take a closer look at the lives of his remarkable children.
Mike Tyson, now 58, is a name synonymous with boxing greatness and controversy. Known for his ferocious fighting style, the icon’s career boasts an array of accolades, including being the youngest heavyweight champion in history. However, he is equally remembered for the infamous 1997 ear-biting incident during a match with Evander Holyfield, a scandal that made global headlines. Beyond his public persona, Mike has faced profound personal tragedy. In 2009, his 4-year-old daughter, Exodus Sierra Tyson, whom he shared with Sol Xochitl, passed away in a devastating accident at home. She became entangled in a treadmill cord, leading to her untimely death.
The boxer was so overwhelmed with grief that a clip showed him abruptly ending an interview shortly after her passing, explaining that the loss was too much for him to discuss. Reacting to the video, one person shared on X, formerly known as Twitter, “Respect, wanted to reach out and give the man a hug That’s hard thing to go through [sic].” “That pain,” another person wrote. A third added, “Bless him. He has always been a raw guy dealing with raw emotions and adversity. I’m glad he seems to be doing so much better now,” and a fourth typed, “Some things are just too painful to talk about.
“Years later, in 2023, he found the strength to open up about the tragedy during an episode of his podcast, “Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson,” featuring guest Rick Ross. Reflecting on his grief, Mike shared, “You never recover, but you live with it.” “You never recover, you just live with it.’ That one statement made me pause the video just to comment. The way it resonated so deep within me,” one person reacted to the clip. In November 2024, during his headline-making exhibition fight against Logan Paul, Mike paid tribute to Exodus in a touching way. He stepped into the ring wearing black boxing trunks with her name stitched in white on the bottom front corner.
Despite this heartbreaking chapter, the boxer has found solace in his other children, who remain a source of love and strength for him. Their lives, each unique and vibrant, bring light into Mike’s world, helping him navigate the ongoing journey of grief and healing. Michael “Miki” Lorna Tyson, 34 years old, is Mike’s eldest child, whom he shares with Kimberly Scarborough. Mike proudly celebrated his daughter’s achievements in music when she released her song “Love Me Again” in October 2024. The boxer took to Instagram to share his excitement, writing, “My daughter @missmikityson’s new song.
So proud. She’s an incredible writer and singer. Make sure you follow her page for more music,” the caption continued. The single quickly gained popularity, eventually reaching the number-one spot on the charts. Ramsey Tyson, Mike Tyson’s 28-year-old child with Monica Turner, has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ issues as a transmasculine and nonbinary individual. In 2020, they were instrumental in encouraging their father to confront rapper Boosie Badazz during an episode of “Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson” after Boosie made controversial comments about Dwyane Wade’s daughter, Zaya. Reflecting on their decision to educate Boosie, Ramsey shared, “Part of the reason why I wanted to talk to Boosie about it is because I’m a nonbinary person who’s socially transitioned amongst my friends and started a medical transition. I felt like I couldn’t not say something.”