What the cast of Hulu's Mike Tyson series looks like in real life
Keyaira Boone
Trevante Rhodes plays a fictional version of Mike Tyson in Hulu's "Mike."Alfonso Bresciani/Hulu
- Hulu's "Mike" tracks Mike Tyson's rise to the height of boxing fame and fall from public grace.
- The cast includes fictional portrayals of Robin Givens, Don King, and other familiar faces.
Trevante Rhodes wears a clean-shaven face, silky shirts, and shiny chains to play Mike Tyson.
Trevante Rhodes plays Mike Tyson in the Hulu series. He also starred in "Moonlight." Patrick Harbron/Hulu
In real life, the "Moonlight" star has a full beard and chooses cartoon tees over slick button-ups.
Rhodes went casual at a screening of the series. Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Vox Media
As Don King, Russell Hornsby rocks a wig that features the promoter's signature smoke-tinged afro.
Hornsby plays the flamboyant and controversial boxing promoter. Patrick Harbron/Hulu
The "BMF" actor goes for fitted tees, casual slacks, and toned-down accessories in his everyday life.
Russell Hornsby at a "Mike" screening. Craig Barritt/Getty Images for Vox Media
Laura Harrier rocks big hair and bold looks as a fictional Robin Givens. In one scene, she reflects on how she and her beau are Black America's version of an "aspirational" couple.
Harrier's hair is spot on in the production. Alfonso Bresciani/Hulu
Like Givens, the "Spider-Man: Homecoming" star is a fashion "it girl." But unlike her character, she prefers slender buns with tendrils, slick waves, and slim necklines on the red carpet.
Harrier is known for her sense of style. Edward Berthelot/GC Images
Harvey Keitel wears no-frills flannel as the hard-nosed boxing coach Cus D'Amato.
Harvey Keitel also starred in "The Irishman" and "Reservoir Dogs." Patrick Harbron/Hulu
He goes for black-on-black and cool shades outside of the ring.
Harvey Keitel is super stylish. Leon Bennett/Getty Images
Olunike Adeliyi's on-screen presentation as Tyson's mother Lorna Mae is charmless. She wears matronly clothing and no makeup.
The character of Lorna Mae in Hulu's "Mike" has a difficult life. Patrick Harbron/Hulu
In real life, Olunike Adeliyi is far more glamorous, rocking beautiful earrings, perfectly applied highlighter, and a bronze-kissed smile.
Actress Olunike Adeliyi went low glamour for her "Mike" role. In real life, she shines. Amanda Edwards/WireImage
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