Who knew he was a fan? Mike Tyson joins Human Nature on the red carpet at their Las Vegas show... but leaves Michael Tierney squirming by pretending to bite his EAR

He's one of the most revered boxers in the business with a fearsome reputation. 

But even Mike Tyson likes letting his hair done from time to time - and apparently he has a penchant for Australian 90s pop. 

The former athlete was among attendees at Human Nature's Las Vegas concert on Thursday, putting on an animated display with band members on the red carpet. 

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Just kidding: Mike Tyson pretended to bite off Human Nature singer Andrew Tierney's ear ahead of his opening Las Vegas residency show, Juke Box on Friday 

Just kidding: Mike Tyson pretended to bite off Human Nature singer Andrew Tierney's ear ahead of his opening Las Vegas residency show, Juke Box on Friday 

While the band was no doubt thrilled with his presence, singer Andrew Tierney looked ever so slightly uncomfortable as he was pulled in for a tight embrace beneath his arm.

Joking with his new musical friends, Tyson pretended to take a chunk out of the crooner's ear - a bizarre joke in reference the infamous fight against Evander Holyfield.   

Thursday's outing was all in jest, with the singers happy to pose for more snaps with the former boxer and filmstar.  

Just friends: Mike held on to Andrew's hand as they beamed for the cameraman vying to capture their best side

Just friends: Mike held on to Andrew's hand as they beamed for the cameraman vying to capture their best side

Having a blast: The former boxer seemed in high spirits at the event in Las Vegas's Venetian hotel 

Having a blast: The former boxer seemed in high spirits at the event in Las Vegas's Venetian hotel 

The group members - Toby Allen, Phil Burton, Mike and Andrew Tierney - appeared to be in high spirits as they beamed ahead of their show. 

The act wore the same dapper suits - a gold jacket, white button-up shirt, black pants and dress shoes. 

They styled their hair neatly into a stylish do and completed their smart look with bow ties.

Star studded: The Bee Gees were also in attendance at the event on Thursday night 

Star studded: The Bee Gees were also in attendance at the event on Thursday night 

Major move: Human Nature burst onto the scene in 1997 with the song Got It Goin' On before securing a spot on the club circuit 

Major move: Human Nature burst onto the scene in 1997 with the song Got It Goin' On before securing a spot on the club circuit 

Back home: The four member act will return home to their native Australia in July to perform their show which includes mixes of pop classics from their back catalogue with doo-wop, Motown, soul standards backed by a seven-piece band and dancers

Back home: The four member act will return home to their native Australia in July to perform their show which includes mixes of pop classics from their back catalogue with doo-wop, Motown, soul standards backed by a seven-piece band and dancers

The four member act will return home to their native Australia in July to perform their show which includes mixes of pop classics from their back catalogue with doo-wop, Motown, soul standards backed by a seven-piece band and dancers.

Speaking about their upcoming performance, Andrew said in a statement: 'We’re incredibly excited to be doing this brand new show in our hometown. We are all so proud of this show, and can’t wait to perform at The Star. It will be a very special evening.'

Human Nature burst onto the scene in 1997 with the song Got It Goin' On. 

From there the group continued to top the charts with their upbeat songs before moving into the club circuit to recreate classic Motown hits.

Ready to rock! Italian guitarist Frank Marino was also in attendance at the show 

Ready to rock! Italian guitarist Frank Marino was also in attendance at the show 

Star studded lineup: Also in attendance was Chef Carla Pelligrino and Skye Dee Miles
Star studded lineup: Also in attendance was Chef Carla Pelligrino and Skye Dee Miles

Having fun: Also in attendance was Chef Carla Pelligrino (left) and singer Skye Dee Miles (right)

 

 

 

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