Former New York Mafia boss Michael Franzese talks to the Sun in Brighton before he starts his nationwide tour of the Britain Picture: Arthur Edwards.The Sun

Michael Franzese, once a notorious mobster in the Colombo crime family, has made a remarkable transformation into a highly sought-after motivational speaker. Growing up in Brooklyn, New York, Michael was groomed to follow in the footsteps of his father who was an underboss in the infamous Mafia organization. However, after facing multiple legal issues including racketeering and tax evasion charges, Michael decided to leave that life behind and embark on a journey to inspire and educate others through his experiences.