Cus D’Amato trained Mike Tyson like his own son but died before he became youngest heavyweight champion

Cus D’Amato trained Mike Tyson like his own son but died before he became youngest heavyweight champion

Cus D’Amato played a pivotal role in shaping Mike Tyson's future by guiding him out of a difficult past and honing his boxing talent. After meeting Bobby Stewart, Tyson found his way to D’Amato, who took him under his wing as a guardian and trainer. Renowned for his 'peek-a-boo' defensive style, D’Amato passed away in 1985, just before Tyson claimed the youngest heavyweight champion title.