Mike Tyson Talks AIDS and Divine Protection

In a candid interview with Rosie Perez for Interview magazine, Mike Tyson revealed that he and a friend had a sexual encounter with a woman who later died from AIDS, while he himself escaped the disease. Tyson expressed disbelief at his survival, stating, 'There's no way I should be here talking to you right now. All my friends are dead. They OD’d, they had AIDS.' He acknowledged feeling 'divinely protected' and shared insights into his life philosophy, emphasizing that legacy means little to him. Additionally, Tyson discussed the hallucinogenic experience of smoking toad venom, which he claims led him to believe he should return to boxing, specifically to face Jake Paul. The upcoming fight is set to draw significant attention as Tyson continues to navigate his complex past and present.