John McCarthy is a Referee with a net worth of $500,000 USD. He was born in Los Angeles in October 12, 1962 and is known as "Big" John McCarthy. He is well known for helping to write the official rulebook for sanctioned MMA fights and has primarily worked for the UFC, but is also licensed to officiate boxing matches.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $500,000 USD (2024)
John McCarthy, widely recognized as a referee in the world of mixed martial arts, is estimated to have a net worth of $500,000 USD by 2024. With his extensive experience and expertise in officiating some of the most intense and high-profile fights, McCarthy has become a respected figure in the combat sports community. His net worth reflects not only his successful career as a referee but also his contributions as a commentator and television personality. Known for his professionalism and meticulous attention to detail, John McCarthy has undoubtedly made a significant impact on the sport of MMA in California and beyond.
About
Mixed martial arts referee known as "Big" John McCarthy who helped write what would become the official rulebook for sanctioned MMA fights. He's primarily worked for the UFC, but is also licensed to officiate boxing matches.
Before Fame
He started working as an officer in the LAPD in 1985. His experience as a police officer, combined with his size, earned him the right to officiate UFC 2, his first of several hundred bouts with the promotion.
Trivia
He taught self-defense for the LAPD for more than 14 years, starting in 1993. He has a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and is known for saying "Let's get it on" at the start of fights.
Family Life
He and wife Elaine have three children, one of whom is also a police officer.
Associated With
He appeared alongside Bas Rutten in a music video for New Found Glory.
