By: Poelano Malema
Great news to all the film lovers.
A biopic series is set to hit our screens soon and it will be based on the life of boxing legend Mikey Tyson, aka Iron Mike.
The biopic series stars the one and only legendary actor Jamie Foxx.
According to Tyson – the limited series about his life is in development, and has not been acquired by a network or streaming service.
Tyson released a statement to AFP, saying he looks forward to the series which will not only tell his journey as a boxer, but will inspire and entertain.
“I look forward to collaborating with Martin, Antoine, Jamie and the entire creative team to bring audiences a series that not only captures my professional and personal journey but also inspires and entertains,” reads the statement from AFP.
Iron Mike is a former world heavyweight champion , and is considered one of the best heavyweight boxers of all time.
He competed from 1985 and retired from the sport in 2005.
The legendary boxer has been inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame and the World Boxing Hall of Fame.


