Forced to fight on a daily basis to survive on the mean streets, Bruce turned this to his advantage by competing in the underground fighting scene to earn money, where he soon developed a fearsome reputation due to his vicious temperament and uncompromising technique. This did not break him, however, and knowing that he had to be strong to survive, Bruce trained in the art of Muay Thai kickboxing. With no one else to turn to, Bruce was forced to survive, alone, on the streets.
At a young age, Bruce was left with no family when his parents and older brother were attacked and killed by gangsters. Bruce Irvin was born and raised in a rough neighborhood, one troubled by criminals and gangsters.
