For the few times we met Tommy, he was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. The Street Fighter character Balrog was modeled after Tyson. I liked the villains best because you never forgot them. But he was instantly likeable too, driving me to and from training each day in a smoking, maroon Oldsmobile that leaned and creaked like a beaten-up sofa on wheels.

Many of his fights had taken place in High School gyms and against opponents one boxing writer suggested witheringly "would struggle to fog up a mirror".

The path to serenity, it should be said, did prove heavily mined. Proposed fights with World Wrestling champion.

"I drank and I drugged. As a young kid, I used to watch boxing films and I would stop the film when I'd see something I liked - the way he bowed, the way he'd hit somebody, or the way he stood with his belt - and I would rewind it and emulate it. We go back so far and have so many memories of Tommy. So wrong' - Novak Djokovic apologises after US Open disqualification, Basketball Ireland announce streaming setup for men and women's Superleague. Two years earlier, Vecchione had passed away after suffering a massive heart attack. American media liked to describe Vinnie as 'a small-time mobster' and, it's true, he was able to show me an old bullet-wound on my first day in his company while counselling playfully (I think): "Remember Vin, those airplanes fly both ways!". Publicity Listings God lets everything happen for a reason. Behind that façade, one thing became patently clear to me that week in Boston. Official Sites, Iconic face tattoo, commonly mistaken as a African Tribal symbol, Was involved in a street fight with former opponent, The Nevada State Athletic Commission voted to deny Tyson a license to box in Las Vegas, thereby effectively pulling the plug on an April 6 pay-per-view bout with, Titles: 1986: WBC Heavyweight Title 1987: WBA Heavyweight Title 1987: IBF Heavyweight Title 1987: Undisputed World Heavyweight Champion 1996: WBC Heavyweight Title 1996: WBA Heavyweight Title. Deep down, both he and McNeeley knew exactly what they were getting into with the Tyson fight. Yet, within months, 'Ring' magazine declared him their Manager of the Year, the realisation having formed that his act conveyed only care for an outclassed fighter. The punch that ended the contest came from a place he could not see. Tyson-McNeeley was a $96 million fight in '95, breaking all pay-per-view records. And through a lot of, you know, trials and tribulations, I tried and I tried . It's clear that his hasn't been a wasted life, just an irretrievably damaged one. I entertain them. "And my father was the first one to try to help me. They love what I do. As will David, Christine and Armand.. Tom was a great loss to everyone that knew him and will be greatly missed by all, I was lucky to have Tom as a partner at work from 2001 until 2008, He made every day shine like his smile, always happy always fun and never a day without Tom mentioning his family. Plant a tree to honor the memory of your loved one. I don't think I have it anymore. Other Works At one point his net worth was over $400 million. That's almost like a slave contract.

For much of the week I spent watching him train, McNeeley's mood was volatile. Mike Tyson has been offered £900,000 to fight Peter McNeeley in a rematch of their 1995 bout McNeeley is the latest of past opponents to offer Tyson a re-match amid a potential comeback Tom's frequent sharing of his toughest fight was an inspiration that helped many people. He was an Usher in my sister's wedding.

(28 March 1991), His name was dropped from the 1987 classic game, Not long after his release from prison, he was ready for a massive return. I hadn't seen or talked with Tom for nearly fifty years until I went back to Arlington for my 50th High School Reunion. My condolences to the McNeeley Family, I was fortunate enough to grow up with his son Bryan..I was heart broken to hear of the new...RIP Mr McNeeley, my condolences to mcneeley familiy AM SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY PRAYERS WITH YOU HE WAS GREAT MAN HE WAS MY FATHER FRIEND FROM RORY SHAUGHNESSY SOMERVILLE MA, You may not know exactly where the road is leading or what the days may bring or how you'll manage without this great guy but there is one thing you can know for sure, memories (no matter how old) can carry you through this difficult time.

Tom was the best friend my father ever had. Menu Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. I love you all very much. Dear Gloria and family, We are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. No matter how hard you try, it’s difficult to imagine Donnacha Ryan weaving in and out of the Ferraris and Lamborghinis as he cruises down the Champs-Élysées on his three-wheeled scooter. I had a friendship with Tom and Gloria, many years ago, and still cherish the memories.