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Part 2: Michael Vick on Mom & Dad's Abusive Relationship, Having Fistfights with His Dad
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Former NFL quarterback Michael Vick spoke candidly about his childhood in the tough neighborhood of Newport News, Virginia, also known as "Newport Nam." A child of a teenage mother and the second of four children, Vick recalled his early experiences and a striking incident where he saw a dead cab driver at the age of 11. Despite the challenges and ever-present violence, Vick noted the positive influence of his tight-knit group of friends. He credits his upbringing in "Newport Nam" for making him tough and shaping his life in several essential ways. The neighborhood got its nickname from its notoriety for violence, leaving a profound impact on Vick, who aims to provide his children with a substantially different upbringing. Vick's turbulent yet influential childhood played a significant role in his journey to becoming a successful football player.
