Robert Platshorn(1942-2023)
- Producer
Robert Platshorn, aka "The Tuna" is a Television Producer and author of
the Black Tuna Diaries. He is America's longest imprisoned (30 years)
nonviolent marijuana offender. "The Square Grouper" movie inspired by
Robert Platshorn's memoir, Black Tuna Diaries, tells his fascinating
story. Robert and most of the surviving Black Tunas are featured in
this full length feature documentary. Raised on South Street in
downtown Philadelphia, acting ambitions earned him a supporting role in
a successful off Broadway play while still in high school. The same
skill led to Robert becoming one of America's most famous pitchmen. The
late Billy Mays called him "A legend in the pitch business". Seen for
years on TV, at fairs, and shows selling Vita Mix, frozen food
knives,and gadgets. Robert studied communications at University of
Miami. He lives in Florida with his wife Lynne.