John McCarthy

Personal Info

Birthday

December 17, 1962

(62 years old)

Place of Birth

Los Angeles, California, USA

Also Known As

'Big' John McCarthy

Big John McCarthy

John McCarthy

Biography

John Michael McCarthy (born October 12, 1962) is a retired American mixed martial arts (MMA) referee best known for officiating numerous bouts promoted by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), dating back to UFC 2.

Known For

Friends

The Naked Gun

Blue Streak

Everyday Miracles

Filmography

2025
The Naked Gun
as Referee
2016
The Hurt Business
as Himself
2015
Mask
as Self
Everyday Miracles
as Sam
2012
Fight Life
as Himself
2011
Once I Was a Champion
as Himself
2003
UFC Ultimate Knockouts
as Himself
2000
UFC Hits: Volume 1
as Self / Referee
1999
Blue Streak
as S.W.A.T. Team Member
1996
UFC 10: The Tournament
as Self-Referee