A very iconic picture, concealed within the crux and crevices of the internet, is a blast from the past that often makes people ponder the what’s and how’s of its happenstance. The photo featuring Mike Tyson and Robert Downey Jr., both in very different phases of their lives hanging out together, still baffles many.
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History Behind the Iconic Picture Featuring RDJ and Mike Tyson
The tale of the encounter between Iron Man and Iron Mike gave birth to this unique photo that continues to pique curiosity. The iconic picture came to be when Robert Downey Jr.’s filmmaker father learned about his son’s desire to meet the boxing legend and reportedly arranged the meeting.
As seen in the photo, a relatively unknown and emerging actor, Downey whose comedic gem with Rodney Dangerfield, Back to School, was just gracing the silver screen, was clearly experiencing a full-fledged fanboy moment in the presence of Mike Tyson, who was at the pinnacle of his career.
During intervals between fighting and training back in the day, Mike Tyson often lodged at Steve Lott’s apartment in New York City. On numerous occasions, he frequented the Columbus Cafe, a hotspot that attracted many famous faces owned by Paul Herman and Mikhail Baryshnikov, situated on Columbus Avenue near Lincoln Center. The captured moment thus shows the two in the same area.
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Mike Tyson and Robert Downey Jr. Throughout the Years…
It can now be said that the two have had a strong connection way before Donwey’s career took off. Tyson witnessed every peak and valley that Downey navigated throughout his career, observing his growth and transformation into the man he is today. Their camaraderie extended to collaborating on a film titled Black and White. Even beyond the film, their bond persisted, and to this day, they remain very good friends.
The lasting friendship between Mike Tyson and Robert Downey Jr. thus tickles many, especially since many didn’t know about their bond, fueling curiosity about the story behind that famous picture. This intriguing connection adds an interesting flavor to their public lives, adding a bit of mystery to their relationship.
Black and White is available on Apple TV for rent.
