In November 1989, White, as Big Van Vader, made his debut in Mexico for the Universal Wrestling Association. On November 12, he defeated El Canek to win the UWA World …

Leon Allen White (May 14, 1955 – June 18, 2018) better known by his ring names Big Van Vader or Vader, was an American professional wrestler. White was known for his time with New …

Apr 13, 2025 · Big Van Vader’s life, career and his self destruction were covered on Dark Side of the Ring. Vader’s name conjures images of a monstrous figure, a super heavyweight capable …

Upon joining NJPW, White was given the ring name Big Van Vader and began to wear a black wrestling mask. His new identity was based on a strong warrior of the same name from …

Jan 17, 2025 · But at The Great American Bash in the summer of that glorious year, America learned what a super heavyweight was, in the form of the monstrous figure of Big Van Vader. …

Leon Allen White (May 14, 1955 - June 18, 2018), better known by his ring names Big Van Vader or simply Vader, was an American professional wrestler and professional football player.

Mar 24, 2024 · One of professional wrestling’s very best big men in history was Big Van Vader. Simply known as Vader throughout his career in promotions like WCW and WWE, he was …