Andrew Tate: Did controversial influencer's parents play any role in influencing how he perceives gender dynamics?
BUCHAREST, ROMANIA: Andrew Tate, the controversial influencer, has gained notoriety for his contentious beliefs and alleged misogynistic perspectives. Yet, amidst public scrutiny, little information has been divulged about his family. Throughout his life, Tate has acknowledged the pivotal role played by his parents, who shaped his journey from childhood to adulthood. His father, the late Emory Tate, was an accomplished American chess player, while his mother Eileen Tate was a homemaker and a native of the UK.
Inseparable and residing together in a lavish mansion, Andrew and his younger brother Tristan have become notable figures in their own right. Tristan, also a former kickboxer, is often regarded as the quieter of the two siblings. He does not shy away from showcasing his wealth, expressing controversial opinions, and engaging social media users in provocative discussions. Andrew has a younger sister, as well. Janine Tate, recognized as the sister of the Tate brothers, has chosen to maintain a low profile and steer clear of the social media spotlight. Instead, she has pursued a career in law, showcasing her professional dedication and focus.
Andrew Tate's upbringing and the role of his parents
Tate's upbringing has been shaped by the influence of his parents and their respective roles in his life. Despite his controversial public persona, Tate has spoken fondly of his parents' impact on his development from childhood to adulthood. His father, Emory Tate, was an accomplished chess player from the United States. Tate has credited his late father for instilling masculine qualities in him, highlighting the importance of discipline, strategic thinking, and perseverance.
In addition to his father's influence, Tate has also praised his mother, Eileen Tate, a UK native, for her role in raising him. He acknowledges her efforts in providing a strong foundation and support while his father was often away due to his professional commitments in the world of chess. Although specific details about his upbringing are scarce, Andrew Tate has consistently expressed gratitude for his parents' contributions to his journey and the values they instilled in him.
'She was an amazing mother'
Tate provided insight into how his parents significantly influenced his perspectives on gender dynamics, in a revealing interview with Patrick Bet-David on 'The PBD Podcast' in 2022. Tate, known for his self-proclaimed misogynistic views, emphasized that his mother always played a submissive role compared to his father.
Tate has frequently expressed his belief that women should not engage in arguments with men and that they essentially belong to their respective partners. He further asserts that within a relationship, a man possesses the right to demand obedience from his female counterpart. During the discussion on 'The PBD Podcast', Top G highlighted his father's role as a strict "disciplinarian" and a "super-principled man".
Tate elaborated, "Yeah, so my mother was fantastic. She was an amazing mother. I don't like to talk about positive and negatives. My mother was very much subservient to my father, which was a good thing. They used to have arguments, etc. And I think I learned a lot of my lessons, I guess, on male-female dynamics, to a degree, from my childhood."
During the discussion, Tate shared insights into the clearly defined gender roles within his family. According to the self-proclaimed influencer, his mother was primarily responsible for the nurturing and education of him and his younger siblings. Despite his father's frequent absence due to chess tours, Tate acknowledged his father's influence in teaching him important lessons on masculinity and achieving success. In addition, Tate recounted a specific incident involving his parents. After his father returned home from a long chess tour, Tate claimed that his mother discovered several phone numbers in his father's pocket.
He stated, "[They] start arguing. He just walked in the house. [They] start arguing. He came down to me and said, 'Son, give me a hug.' I gave him a hug. He goes, 'Alright. See you in a few weeks.' I said, 'Where are you going?' He goes, 'When you're older, you'll understand. Mother won't shut up. Walked out the door. I didn't see him for two weeks. This is who he was."