A biopic of Mike Tyson is on the way, with Jamie Foxx set to take on the role of the controversial boxer.
Having won an Oscar for taking on one real-life role, with his portrayal of Ray Charles, Jamie Foxx is being linked to another biopic. This one is of boxer and convicted rapist Mike Tyson, in a project that's being written by Terence Winter (best known for his work penning The Wolf Of Wall Street and lots of episodes of The Sopranos).
Foxx will reportedly take on the role of Tyson in a film being produced by Rick Yorn. No director is yet attached to the project, nor is it clear just which areas of the boxer's life the film will focus on.
Foxx will next be seen in the remake of Annie.
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Mike Tyson has acted before, can't he play himself. Heck, he may ask for less money
With Jamie Fox as Mike Tyson is a perfect fit. Jamie is one of the best actors of my day, He actually turns into the person that he is playing. I can't wait for movie! I'll predict an Oscar for the role. Cheers!