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The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Boxing legend Butterbean, 58, wants to fight Tyson Fury and his DAD John after dramatic weight loss
BOXING legend Butterbean wants to fight Tyson Fury and his DAD John after announcing plans to return aged 58. The American - real name Eric Esch - became a fans' favourite during the 1990s for his run of knockouts. 5 During the height of his career he weighed as much as 36 STONE and only ever went past the fourth round once - against the great Larry Holmes. His last boxing bout was 12 years ago but Butterbean has since announced comeback on Instagram having lost a stunning 15 STONE. And he wants to fight two-time heavyweight champion Fury - after a warm-up against his 60-year-old dad John. Butterbean told The Mirror: 'I'd fight the old man first, beat him up, slap around him pretty good. 'And then I'd want to beat the son up pretty bad. I would love to fight Tyson Fury. You know, I was offered to fight his dad. And it's been a while back. 'I'd love to fight him, either one of them. But yeah, Tyson Fury is the one I'd really want. 'His dad would be an easy fight. That'd be a couple-rounder. I'd be like, 'Go out there and just have fun and then get ready for the son.' It'd be a warm-up fight. 'I mean, now that I believe in myself, I can do anything. And since I'm in such great shape, I know I can accomplish my goals.' Butterbean's dramatic body transformation came after starring in a reality TV show with WWE great Diamond Dallas Page. The famed puncher used yoga and dietary changes to go from wheelchair bound to competing again. Ageless Irish heartthrob looks completely different as he steps into ring as boxing legend in new biopic In a video posted in July, Butterbean said: "I let myself get knocked down after boxing. "Nobody ever thought I'd ever get out of the wheelchair let alone come back and fight. "But I hit rock bottom and fell and I've got a hell of a lot more to prove. It's official, Butterbean is back." Butterbean has also called out YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, 28, and former UFC champion and WWE star Brock Lesnar, 48. His last fight was in 2013, a boxing bout he lost to Kirk Lawton in Australia. Butterbean also ventured into kickboxing, MMA and professional wrestling - even having a stint in the WWE. He returned to the wrestling ring in April in Las Vegas where fans voiced their concern over his slow performance. 5 5 5
The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Paris & Tyson Fury's £800K former family home is up for sale & it has sea-views, chandeliers and posh ‘marble' bathrooms
BOXING fans can snap up Tyson Fury's eccentric former family home for £800,000 - with a moody portrait of the Gypsy King in the hallway. The six-bedroom seaside mansion in Morecambe, Lancashire, was listed on Rightmove on July 22. 18 18 18 18 18 Estate agents Fine & Country's snaps show a mood black and white portrait of 36-year-old Fury's head hung in the hallway under a lavish chandelier. Eccentric patterned wallpaper wraps up the stairs towards the former world heavyweight champion's master bedroom. Its white marble-style bathroom walls, diamond-spotted carpet and dining chairs with door knockers add to the property's quirky style. Fury's glam wife Paris Fury could be seen posing next to the unique staircase in snaps shared to her Instagram account between 2018 and 2021. Fury then moved to a larger mansion further down the Morecambe coastline, honouring his public pledge not to leave his beloved home town - but it was reported the property was still in his portfolio in 2023. Rightmove records show the three-bath detached property was bought for £480,000 in 2015 and is now listed for £800,000. Tyson Fury has been contacted for comment. HUMBLE DWELLING call their old house home. Speaking on a three-part ITV documentary in 2020, "People say to me, 'Why don't you live in California or America?' - why would I? How Tyson Fury's second season of Netflix reality show can be key to finally securing Anthony Joshua fight "Why would I abandon my own country for a bit of money and some fame? "I love it. I would never leave Morecambe. It's true beauty. "If the weather was better, every house here would be a million quid." Before making Morecambe his home in 2011, Fury used to reside in a caravan on land owned by his dad John. 18 18 18 18 18 18 NEW PAD The family now live in a stunning £1.7million home - seen on their Netflix show At Home with the Furys - after purchasing it in 2020, according to The Mirror. Paris previously revealed on Loose Women that they were looking for somewhere else to live because they had to put their children's safety as their priority. The mum-of-seven explained: "We get people around the house. It's not good, we actually have to because of that. "We're in the process of moving house because we've had too many people at the door - too many strangers knocking.' As soon as you pull up into the Fury's plush Morecambe mansion, there's no mistaking where you are - that's because Tyson has had his nickname the "Gypsy King" emblazoned on the driveway. A team of groundworkers spent two weeks working on the 1,200sqm project and used a rather impressive 1,400 bags of gravel. She's married to the "Gypsy King", so it's only right Paris has a throne fit for a Queen. The couple have both been pictured casually sitting on a golden throne, which was a prop used by Fury during his ring-walk in February 2020's rematch against Deontay Wilder. 18 18 Paris has previously shown off the couple's master bedroom, which is decorated with gold accessories and furniture - including a huge Versace bed. But it turns out the couple's love of the Italian luxury fashion brand is extended throughout the lavish abode, with Paris posing next to a striking Versace mirror. It's proudly placed above a stunning marble fireplace, which is complete with eagle carvings, while a chic white painted dresser with glass doors is stood to its side. The regal seat now takes pride of place in the family's home and only adds to the sense of grandeur felt by other luxuries - including ornate candlesticks and sweeping gold curtains which adorn the property. Inside Tyson and Paris Fury's love story WITH world champ titles, multiple kids and a beautiful wife by his side, Tyson is much-loved by the nation, but his romance with Paris dates back to their teenage years. Paris met Fury when she was just 15 at a mutual friend's wedding. However, it wasn't until a year later, when their paths crossed again on a night out in Doncaster for her 16th birthday, that they began dating. Paris explained: "He was my first boyfriend as I was not allowed a boyfriend until the age of 16. He is the only boyfriend I have had. 'Tyson would train in boxing during the week and then come and see me at the weekend. I would always be so excited at the thought of seeing him.' In 2008, they tied the knot in front of 400 guests and slept together for the first time on the night of their wedding. In 2016, Fury's mental health issues, cocaine and alcohol abuse, and intolerable mood swings threatened their seemingly unbreakable marriage. On occasion, Paris would even contemplate leaving - packing her bags and getting into her car. However, she'd just stop herself - admitting she couldn't leave Tyson to "crash and burn".
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Youth and boxing club campaigns to reinstate £1.2m funding after 'massive loss'
A BOXING club pleading for £1.2million in pulled Government funding to be reinstated has written an open letter to the PM urging him to intervene. The Lifstan Boys and Girls Club had been awarded the huge funding boost to redevelop their home in Liftsan Way but cash was pulled after the project was deemed 'unviable'. Social Investment Business, a firm which handles funding projects for the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, cancelled the project earlier this month over time constraints and concerns it would not be value for money. Campaign - The club is relying on community support to get behind the campaign. (Image: Danny Neville) Now, the 100-year-old club is launching a widespread campaign across social media calling for the decision to be reversed and has written to Sir Keir Starmer and Secretary of State Lisa Nandy. Jay Solder, youth club deputy director, said: 'We're hoping to apply pressure to get the funding reinstated, lobbying as hard as we can and make people aware of our situation. 'We encourage people to lend a hand to the campaign to help get this decision overturned.' Survival - The future of the 100 year legacy club rests on the success of the campaign. (Image: Danny Neville) Monday evening saw the club meet with Bayo Alaba, Labour MP for Southend East and Rochford, who pledged to help the club in their endeavour. Mr Solder added: 'We hope Mr Alaba can help us turn things around - he's pledged to help us progress our campaign and is being really proactive by engaging with ministers and cross-party colleagues.' The campaign involves a rigorous, high-visibility social media push that's 'really taking off with a real show of support from the local community.' Team - Coaches and members of the club are rallying together. (Image: Danny Neville) Read more 100-year-old Southend youth club has £1.2m Government funding for new home pulled Southend businesses and lifelong club members have been in contact, with offers of donation and endorsement to help keep the club afloat With the campaign gaining momentum, the club hopes to rescue the funding. Mr Solder said: 'We're throwing all our efforts to make this visible and public, and it's really important that we're successful to avoid the closure of the club. 'Our clubs are a long-term feature of the youth scene in Southend - to potentially lose them would be a massive loss for the city in a time where there is such a shortage of youth provision in the area. 'This is no longer just a story about a lost grant, it's a live accountability and legacy issue.'
The Sun
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
‘I've always loved my wife.. but it was bad' – Boxing legend Butterbean opens up on sex addiction in honest interview
BOXING cult icon Butterbean revealed he battled sex addiction during his glory years. The famous fighter rose to prominence during the 1990s thanks to his unique four-round matches that saw him dominating with a whopping record of 77-10-4, which included 57 knockouts. 2 2 The now 58-year-old reached immense levels of fame that also saw him crossing over to Hollywood with a hilarious cameo on Jackass as well as WWE where he knocked Bart Gunn out at WrestleMania 15. However, heavyweight rivals weren't the only big challenge the American dealt with during his heyday as he also faced addiction with sexual intercourse. The Georgia native admitted he had a lot of trouble beating his demons but managed to overcome and stay happily married to his wife Libby Gaskin. Butterbean told The Mirror: "It was pretty bad. I've been married for a long time and I've always loved my wife, but that was something that I've always had trouble getting over. "Now, I'm good. I'm confident in myself now. I don't have that problem. I'm a good boy now." Butterbean previously admitted that his addiction stemmed from his school years as he was bullied for being overweight and was ignored by female classmates. But now the boxer feels better than ever after also overcoming some chronic weight problems. The brawler ended up weighing more than 500lbs (35.7st) after his retirement in 2013 and found himself bed bound. Butterbean added: "When you can't walk and you can't walk into the store and get something to drink, you do get depressed. "I was in bed for almost a year, not got out of bed, just to go to the bathroom. And I ate in the bed. I mean, I didn't even leave the bed." However, thanks to immense help from WWE Hall of Famer and fitness guru Diamond Dallas Page as well as his famous DDPY programme, the boxing icon managed to lose 200lbs (14.3st). Butterbean said: "I went and moved to DDP for a while, did his yoga programme, and I'm in the best shape of my life right now. "I feel better now at 50-something than I did when I was in my 20s, which is insane. I can't explain it, but the Fountain of Youth, I dove in it and I come out so much better."
The Sun
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Fans baffled at protocol change during Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois
BOXING fans were left baffled when the national anthems were sung BEFORE Daniel Dubois and Oleksandr Usyk stepped into the ring. The mind-boggling protocol change at Wembley Stadium left fans scratching their heads on social media. 2 2 One X user said: "Why are they doing the national anthems when the ring is empty lol." Another added: "I swear the anthems are played when the fighters are in the ring." Mark added on X said: "Why aren't they doing the national anthems when they are inside the ring." The bizarre incident took place ahead of the rematch following the Ukrainian controversially beating DDD in their first fight back in August 2023. Dubois floored Usyk in the fifth round, but the punch was deemed a low blow by the referee, who then allowed The Cat almost four minutes to recover.
