Boxing legend Mike Tyson recently dropped a bombshell claim during an interview on In Depth with Graham Bensinger, revealing that he once caught Hollywood actor Brad Pitt in bed with his then-wife, actress Robin Givens, in the late 1980s. The revelation centers on Tyson’s tumultuous marriage to Givens, which took place in 1988 and ended in a messy divorce a year later. Tyson recounted the incident with surprising detail, stating that he was “mad as hell” when he discovered the two together, a moment that left him deeply angered and hurt.
Tyson, who had been married to Givens for a brief period, elaborated on the affair, explaining that although their divorce was imminent, he would visit her daily. Tyson described how one particular day, he arrived at Givens’ home, intending to have sex with her, only to find that someone had beaten him to it—none other than Brad Pitt. Tyson humorously described the encounter, saying, “You should have seen his face when he saw me,” suggesting that Pitt was startled and terrified upon realizing who was at the door. Tyson noted that Pitt looked like he was “ready to receive his last rites” when confronted by the heavyweight boxer. Additionally, Tyson added that Pitt appeared “stoned out of his gourd” at the time, hinting at his alleged state of intoxication during the encounter.
Tyson further delved into the details of the event in his 2013 memoir, Undisputed Truth, where he elaborated on the emotions he experienced and painted a vivid picture of the encounter, as well as his feelings of betrayal. Tyson’s memoir, which was a candid and often controversial recounting of his personal and professional life, included these claims about his former wife and the actor, which only added fuel to the ongoing public fascination with his chaotic and unpredictable life.
However, Robin Givens has publicly disputed Tyson’s version of events. Appearing on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Givens denied Tyson’s claim, stating that while it was true that Tyson would often pull up to her house during their marriage, the part about him catching her and Pitt in bed was a fabrication. She laughed off the accusation, emphasizing that it “never, ever, ever happened.” Givens acknowledged that she and Brad Pitt did have a romantic relationship during the 1980s but strongly denied any infidelity while she was married to Tyson. Givens’ response also included a light-hearted moment where she noted, “Brad’s got swag,” adding that Tyson’s claim of Pitt begging him not to hit him was also untrue.
As of now, Brad Pitt has remained silent on the issue. At the time of the alleged encounter, Pitt was not yet the international superstar he would later become. He was still an up-and-coming actor in Hollywood, with his breakout roles yet to come. Pitt would go on to star in some of the most iconic films of the 1990s and 2000s, including Fight Club, Ocean’s Eleven, and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, solidifying his status as one of the biggest movie stars in the world.
Tyson’s personal life during this period was anything but ordinary, and his marriage to Givens was widely covered by the media. Their relationship was marked by public disputes and allegations of domestic abuse, with Tyson citing “fears for her safety” as one of the reasons for the divorce. Givens, on the other hand, accused Tyson of physical abuse during their marriage, leading to a very public and acrimonious split. The divorce was finalized in 1989, with Tyson agreeing to a $10 million settlement to Givens.
Whether Tyson’s explosive claims about Brad Pitt and Robin Givens are accurate remains uncertain, but they certainly add another layer to Tyson’s already dramatic and chaotic personal history. Tyson’s life, both inside and outside the ring, has been filled with extraordinary highs and devastating lows, from his reign as the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history to his struggles with addiction and personal demons. Tyson has also been open about the impact of his relationships, and his volatile marriage to Givens stands as one of the more notorious chapters of his life.
Despite the past tensions, both Tyson and Givens have since moved on with their lives. Tyson, now in his 50s, is happily married to his third wife, Lakiha Spicer, and has transitioned into new ventures, including acting and running a successful cannabis business. He also participated in a high-profile exhibition boxing match with YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, keeping himself in the public eye.
Meanwhile, Givens continues her acting career, with notable roles in TV shows like Riverdale and House of Payne. She has managed to maintain a successful career in Hollywood, despite the turbulent period of her early life, and has remained largely out of the spotlight when it comes to her past relationships.
Tyson’s latest revelations about Brad Pitt and Robin Givens, whether fully true or not, shed light on the wild and unpredictable nature of Tyson’s personal life, which has often mirrored the drama and spectacle that surrounded his career in the boxing ring. As time passes, Tyson’s past continues to be a source of fascination, and his candidness about his life, no matter how controversial, only keeps the public intrigued.
