Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: Notable Appearances from Lennox Lewis, Evander Holyfield, and Charlize Theron
ARLINGTON, Texas – The spotlight is on AT&T Stadium in Dallas tonight as fans gather to witness the much-anticipated match between YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson.
At 27 years old, Paul has a professional boxing record of 10 wins and 1 loss. Tyson, now 58, retired from boxing in 2005 after his defeat to Kevin McBride. This event will showcase a battle between youthful energy and veteran wisdom, attracting various celebrities who will be in close proximity to experience this moment in sports history.
Here’s a look at some of the famous faces we’ve spotted at the venue so far.
Lennox Lewis: Jake Paul is ‘going to be scared’ facing Mike Tyson
The famous boxer Lennox Lewis posed triumphantly at AT&T Stadium. Lewis, now 59, remarked to Netflix that Paul will likely feel intimidated when confronted by Tyson, stating, “He’s going to take off. He’s going to be running. He’s going to be scared.”
Later on, Lewis and fellow boxing great Evander Holyfield made an appearance on Netflix’s coverage. Due to a malfunctioning earpiece, Holyfield struggled to catch the questions, prompting Lewis to directly communicate those queries to him. This duo famously fought in 1997 when Tyson infamously bit a portion of Holyfield’s ear.
Following their segment on Netflix, Lewis and Holyfield took some photos alongside comedian Cedric the Entertainer.
And another boxing legend: Sugar Ray Leonard
Lewis was also seen with Sugar Ray Leonard, a multiple-time world champion across different weight classes, before the main event commenced. Tyson has often expressed his respect for Leonard, notably during a heartfelt episode in 2020 of his podcast, “Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson.”
Shaquille O’Neal smiles as he greets fans
Shaquille O’Neal, donning a black beanie, took a moment to engage with fans swarming him, capturing selfies with their phones. Just recently on his podcast, “The Big Podcast with Shaq,” O’Neal questioned whether Paul should feel a sense of accomplishment if he succeeds against Tyson at his age. He expressed that “Father Time” might play a significant role in this matchup.
Boxing fan Charlize Theron and Shaquille O’Neal snap a picture
Charlize Theron, a noted supporter of UFC, previously discussed her boxing upbringing during an interview with ESPN. The Oscar-winning actress mentioned that her father “was a huge boxing enthusiast,” leading to her watching a lot of boxing when she was younger.
Besides her photos with Shaquille O’Neal, Theron also shared images on her Instagram with Amanda Serrano and Katie Taylor, who competed against each other on Friday.
Micah Parsons
Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons was in attendance as a special guest on his own field, sporting a stylish red jacket.
He expressed his support for Amanda Serrano on X, claiming that she was “robbed again” after her loss to Katie Taylor.
Rob Gronkowski visits Cowboys stadium
Former NFL tight end Rob Gronkowski was seen enjoying time with comedian Jeff Ross, known for his involvement in Tom Brady’s Netflix roast that humorously targeted the seven-time Super Bowl champion in May. Gronkowski and Ross snapped a photo with producer Jeff Beacher.
Simu Liu looks casual chic
Simu Liu, known for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, attended the fight in a relaxed outfit, pairing a gray t-shirt with light jeans.
William Zabka and Ralph Macchio ready for action
Despite their “Cobra Kai” characters being karate experts, William Zabka and Ralph Macchio enjoyed the fights on Friday night. It’s uncertain if they’ll offer any sage advice about “wax on, wax off,” as they did in the iconic 1984 film “The Karate Kid.”
Josh Duhamel’s date night
Josh Duhamel and his wife, Audra, turned their outing to Arlington into a romantic date night. Duhamel, 52, shared his excitement on social media, posting a stunning picture of the stadium against a sunset, writing, “It’s fight night!!” and thanking Netflix for the opportunity.
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