Big John's legacy remains in Knoxville, with an honorary street name and a documentary highlighting his journey to becoming a champion.

John is the President of Campaign for Liberty, a grassroots lobbying organization dedicated to the principles of individual liberty, constitutional government, sound money, free markets, and a ...

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Jan. 29, 2025 marks 70 years since the birth of the late Knoxville boxer "Big John" Tate. Big John won an Olympic bronze medal in 1976. Three years later, he won the WBA World ...