The Story Behind Black Tuna
Black Tuna is a renowned cannabis strain named after the infamous Black Tuna Gang, a smuggling ring led by Robert Platshorn, also known as Bobby Tuna, in the 1970s. Bobby Tuna’s legacy extends beyond his smuggling days; after serving nearly 30 years in prison, he dedicated his life to cannabis activism and breeding high-quality strains. His work with Trulieve has cemented Black Tuna as one of the most popular strains among medical cannabis patients in Florida.
It all starts here
A Legend Is Born
Bobby Tuna enters the world in Philadelphia Pennsylvania.
Bobby Graduates High School
Graduates from Cherry Hill High School
The Tuna Becomes A Pitchman
Bobby starts his career as a pitchman on the Atlantic City Boardwalk working for the Popeil family (1960-1976).
His First Dance With Mary Jane
Bobby meets this incredible plant for the first time.
Bobby’s On The Move & Making Moves
Works at state fairs and moves his first small loads of ditch weed in fall of 1974
Big Tuna Heading South
Moves to Florida and opens a car auction in Miami Beach in 1976.
Have Tuna, Will Travel
First Trip to Columbia in 1976
Hostage in Columbia
Held hostage in Columbia in 1977
The First BuzzKill
Spring 1977 stash house in Miami Beach busted, 17 people arrested but no leaders.
Chaos In The Bahamas
Evades Bahamian military while retrieving a crew that grounded a yacht with 40 tons on board. Borrows Robert Vesco's plane in Fall 1977.
The Day We All Hoped Would Never Come
Indicted on May 1, 1979. Trial ended in February 1980; Robert Platshorn was sentenced to 64 years.
Checking Into Club Fed
First stop at Club Fed: Marion, Illinois Supermax.
Let Freedom Ring
Released on April 1, 2008, from Coleman Federal in Florida. Nephew Jon Udell picks him up and heads to a halfway house with a writer and documentary film crew.
Bobby Adds Author To His Resume
Black Tuna Diaries paperback was published as a special limited edition on January 1, 2010.
Square Grouper Comes To Amazon
The documentary Square Grouper is released, featuring the Black Tuna Gang's story.
Bobby Adds Producer To His Resume
Produces the documentary Should Grandma Smoke Pot? in 2013
The Silver Tour
Starts The Silver Tour to educate seniors about the benefits of medical marijuana.
Featured On The Daily Show
The Silver Tour is featured on Jon Stewart's The Daily Show.
A Partnership Is Born
Trulieve begins sponsoring The Silver Tour.
Black Tuna Launch
Black Tuna products are launched in June 2019.
The Brand Expands
Bluefin strain is launched.
Rest in Peace Bobby Tuna
Bobby passes away on April 1, 2023.
The Next Strain Emerges
Yellowfin strain is launched in May 2023.
The Full Way of Cannabis with Black Tuna and Trulieve Florida
Cultivation
At Black Tuna, in partnership with Trulieve, we ensure sustainable and innovative cultivation practices. Our meticulous methods guarantee high-quality cannabis exclusively available in Florida.
Lab Testing
Our products undergo rigorous lab testing to ensure purity and potency, providing you with safe and effective cannabis. Find our products at various Trulieve retail locations across Florida.