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Vader To Be Inducted Into 2022 WWE Hall Of Fame

WWE sent out the following: Vader to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2022 As first reported by Bleacher Report, Vader will be posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame’s Class of 2022. The Mastodon will be enshrined in the hallowed hall during the 2022 WWE Hall of Fame Induction  Continue Reading »

Vader Undergoes Another Surgery

In a post on his official Twitter account, Vader announced that he had undergone yet another surgery on his heart. Vader noted that his heart had shifted to an A-Fib irregular heartbeat and that a person with an A-Fib irregular heartbeat has a substantially increased chance of a heart attack and stroke. Vader noted that  Continue Reading »

Vader Makes First Public Comments Since Open Heart Surgery

Former WWE, WCW, All Japan Pro Wrestling and New Japan Pro Wrestling star Vader (Leon White) made his first public comments late last night after recently undergoing open heart surgery. On behalf of the website, we wish Vader nothing but the best as he recovers. Fear no Man Feel no Pain!!!! I am sorry to  Continue Reading »

Vader Undergoes Successful Open Heart Surgery

In an update on former WWE, AJPW, NJPW and WCW superstar Vader (Leon White) undergoing open heart surgery, his son Jesse (aka former WWE developmental talent Jake Carter) noted that his father underwent successful open heart surgery. Jesse noted that while the surgery was a success, it was worse than they had originally expected and  Continue Reading »

Vader To Undergo Open Heart Surgery This Monday

Former WWE, WCW, New Japan Pro Wrestling, All Japan Pro Wrestling, TNA/IMPACT Wrestling and Pro Wrestling NOAH superstar Vader (Leon White) noted on his official Twitter account that he will be heading to Dallas, Texas to undergo open heart surgery on Monday morning. Monday morning. Dallas, TX I am now having full blown Open Heart  Continue Reading »

Mick Foley Discusses Why Chyna & Vader Should Be Inducted Into WWE Hall Of Fame

Busted Open Radio sent out the following: WWE Hall of Famer and hardcore legend Mick Foley joins Dave & Tommy to discuss his “20 Years of Hell” tour, how he believes Chyna and Vader deserve to be in the WWE HOF & more. Busted Open airs live weekday’s 9am-12pm EST on SiriusXM Rush 93.

Vader Undergoing Heart Surgery Today

Former WWE and WCW superstar Vader noted on his official Twitter account that he will be undergoing heart surgery today. Going in the hospital in the Am for heart surgery wish me luck and my Dr a good night's rest — Big Van Vader (@itsvadertime) March 13, 2018 Vader, real name Leon White, has mentioned  Continue Reading »

Vader Retiring From The Wrestling Business?

In a post on his official Twitter account, wrestling legend Vader (Leon White) noted that he was retiring from the wrestling business in order to be able to live to see his grandchildren. With Great Sorrow I leave my first born my greatest love of All for a chance to exist inthe same plain of  Continue Reading »

Former WWE & WCW Superstar Vader Says That He Has Two Years Left To Live

Speaking through his official Twitter account, former WWE and WCW superstar Leon “Vader” White noted that he has been told by doctors that he has approximately two years left to live as his heart is wore out from football and wrestling and his heart is failing. Told by 2.heart Drs at this time that my  Continue Reading »

Vader To Induct Stan Hansen Into 2016 WWE Hall Of Fame

WWE sent out the following: Vader to induct Stan Hansen into the WWE Hall of Fame’s Class of 2016 Vader, one of Stan Hansen’s most infamous rivals will have the honor of presenting “The Lariat” as he is enshrined in the WWE Hall of Fame’s Class of 2016. The history between the two goes back  Continue Reading »

Stan Hansen Discusses The Vader Eye Incident, His Brief Run In WCW & More

The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling sent along the following: Stan Hansen is quite possibly the most intense and hard hitting professional wrestler to ever step through the ring ropes and today John and Chad of The Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling welcome the wild man from the great state of Texas known  Continue Reading »

Vader Discusses His NFL Days, What Inspired His Wrestling Gimmick & More

PodcastOne sent out the following: Big Van Vader grew up in Compton, CA., played college football in Colorado, spent a few years in the NFL with the Rams, and found pro-wrestling after injuries ended his pro career… and he’s telling all those stories & more on “The Ross Report.” Hear what inspired his mask &  Continue Reading »

Vader Discusses His Character, Being Promised The WWE Title & More

Raj Giri sent out the following: Former WCW / IWGP World Heavyweight Champion Vader recently spoke to Raj Giri of WrestlingINC.com. You can get a video message from Vader and other wrestlers and celebrities at CelebVM.com. Here are some highlights from the interview: On The Ultimate Warrior originally being groomed for the Big Van Vader  Continue Reading »

Former WWE & WCW Superstar Vader Drops Considerable Weight

Speaking through his official Twitter account, former WWE and WCW superstar Vader noted that he has dropped 60lbs in weight and is now down to 345lbs from his starting weight of 405lbs. Not so big anymore down 60 lbs from 405 Now its time good night pic.twitter.com/eERvAaqdUt — Big Van Vader (@itsvadertime) September 12, 2014

Vader Discusses Potential WWE Hall Of Fame Induction, Eric Bischoff, Vince McMahon & More

In an interview with Josh Modaberi of Wrestling 101, former WWE & WCW superstar Vader offered his thoughts on a potential WWE Hall of Fame induction, his opinions on Brock Lesnar, Triple H and The Undertaker, working for Eric Bischoff and Vince McMahon and more. Highlights of the interview are below: His thoughts on Brock  Continue Reading »

Full Details On Hoodslam’s 80’s For The Ladies II: Electric Boogaloo Event; Vader Scheduled To Appear

Hoodslam sent out the following: Hoodslam – 80’s For The Ladies II: Electric Boogaloo November 1st, 8:30pm, $10 cover Oakland Metro Operahouse 630 3rd Street, Oakland CA Check out the October 4th “In Drugz We Trust” event on Smart Mark Video at: http://www.smartmarkvideo.com/hoodslam-october-4-2013-in-drugz-we-trust-oakland-ca-download.html You’ve asked for it and you got it! Back by popular demand,  Continue Reading »

Vader Debuting At HOODSLAM Event On November 1st

HOODSLAM announced tonight that legendary WWE superstar Vader will make his debut for the promotion at their November 1st ” Hoodslam – 80’s For The Ladies II: Electric Boogaloo.” event. Details on Vader’s opponent will be announced shortly.

Former WWE Superstar Vader Available For Independent Bookings

Bill Behrens sent out the following: Big Van Vader (Leon White) (WWE/WCW/TNA/Japan) is now available for appearance and wrestling bookings through Bill Behrens and www.sbibookings.com. Vader is a former 3 time WCW Heavyweight Champion and 3 time IWGP Heavyweight Champion. He is based in Denver, CO. White’s son Jesse can be booked to team with  Continue Reading »

Vader Discusses His Decision To Leave WWE, Current Stars, Japan & More

Inside The Ropes sent out the following: This past Thursday, Vader joined Inside The Ropes for a rare radio interview. Highlights of the interview are below: Working with Hulk Hogan in WCW: Terry, he was obviously in charge. Everyone said that Eric was in charge but Hogan was pretty much running the show. He did  Continue Reading »

Former WWE Superstar Vader To Appear At Pro Wrestling Elite This Saturday

Pro Wrestling Elite sent out the following: PRO WRESTLING ELITE Returns to Indianapolis Indiana August 10th From TC HOWE HS. Former WWE Superstar VADER WILL BE IN THE HOUSE! And since school just started we’re offering back to school specials on ALL TICKETS! VIP $20 ($30 day of show) General Admission $10 ($15 DoS) Student  Continue Reading »