Big Van Vader Full Career Shoot Interview

Big Van Vader Full Career Shoot Interview
3 time WCW Champion, 3 time IWGP Champion and legendary former WWE Superstar "Big Van Vader" does a "Full Career Shoot Interview with Great North Wrestling covering topics such as his early life, football career, his time in New Japan Pro Wrestling, WWE & WCW, his thoughts on some current wrestlers, health trouble, some of his backstage issues with other wrestlers and more!
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[@awesome4k824]

thank you big time Hannibal for this shoot interview!

[@gordanlazinica]

Big time - Vader time!

[@elliotramon9878]

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[@mosesjonathan1240]

@Elliot Ramon Instablaster ;)

[@elliotramon9878]

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[@sarnobat2000]

These longform shoot interviews become priceless when we lose the person. RIP.

[@ajk]

indeed.

[@cv507]

gravitti öl nönsens növv . . .

[@patrickdavis5934]

This is the most professional shoot I've seen in ages. He speaks clearly, doesn't stir the pot, Vader just speaks plainly and truthfully!

[@yoyo2ma]

I really hope they are wrong. If he can just eat healthy, cut out the junk and maybe just walk a lot he could drop weight and live long I hope.

[@davestuddaman8127]

Nah bud, he passed. I'm sorry

[@truckerlive4683]

@@yoyo2ma how do you know what the man does?

[@rumtuckskatter]

Screw the WWE for not putting Vader in the Hall of Fame while he was still alive. Vader absolutely should have been provided a proper celebration of his amazing career. Plus his HOF speech would have been legendary.

[@alanguages]

David R I read, that Vader informed WWE he did not have that much more time. Apparently WWE ignored him. If a person was to induct Vader, when he was alive, it can be none other than Sting. That is the one man who frequently visited him in the hospital before Vader passed away.

[@kevinwilkins7524]

David R yes they should have

[@michaelmacdonald880]

wwe is trash. They treated vader like trash when he was there

[@jgespana866]

@@michaelmacdonald880 Especially Shawn Michaels, I have read and heard that Michaels would find funny to mock Vader to the point that he broke him to tears. Tells you much about how shitty Michaels was back then as a human being. RIP Vader, one of the most if not the most agile super heavyweight there was.

[@ItsTimeforNostalgia]

I agree 100%

[@SykopathBnG]

STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON!!! Crazy ass Wrestler named Vader!!!!

[@30907bng]

Sykopath BnG Too funny.

[@playinragz]

Compton California was a middle class white neighborhood. Then the blacks moved in and ruined it. Now Spanish have moved in and crime is way down. That's just facts.

[@30907bng]

playinragz The fact is you have NO damn idea or clue of what your talking about.

[@SykopathBnG]

playinragz not that anybody asked you but actually you're wrong. the CRACK epidemic moved in and ruined it. Now that CRACK is under control and Weed is Legal crime is way down. That's just the facts.

[@playinragz]

Again people make statements because they can. Internet yoyos don't recreate facts. Sorry ladies

[@RedHands]

Thank you, Vader. You were the bomb, and one of my wrestling heroes. My wake up alarm on my phone is the Vader Time theme music, and it never fails to get me jacked. Rest well, big man.

[@glindelahern5420]

Weak.

[@jesselewis525]

A lot of these people are just so full of shit in what thwy say in their comments. I can see it in their words.

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@jesselewis525 Vader had his share of fans as well as his detractors like any other wrestler or athlete generally speaking, Mr. Lewis. He was quite an imposing and impressive big man with ability and agility

[@Kingejoe]

Put this man in the hall of fame already

[@chadpugh1490]

He'll be inducted the year after he dies.

[@raider7375]

So next year hes in. Fuck this.

[@waynediamond7736]

@@raider7375 who cares? Vader was a terrible human being. Whether he's in a hall of fame for phony wrestling matches isn't of any consequence.

[@raider7375]

@@waynediamond7736 thats funny. Most around the business say he was one one of the nicest guys around. Maybe you should take a page from that book and bring less hate into this world.

[@waynediamond7736]

@@raider7375, I hated Van Vader. Paul Orndorff whipped Vader's fat azz. Lardazz Vader couldn't run with the big dogs.

[@refbump]

R.I.P Big Van Vader

[@JustinTNAWWEGuy]

R.I.P Vader you will be missed

[@jamieoiler5690]

no he wont jim

[@michaelvaughn8864]

It'll always be Vader Time.....R.I.P Mr. Leon White, a truly amazing athlete

[@zachphillips9414]

Growing up Undertaker never scared me. Vader terrified me.

[@Sheepmansheep]

same here

[@jkdbuck7670]

Same here.

[@ryanhill6953]

The head piece and the steam

[@citizenbeeswax7985]

Same here, I still remember how he scared me at clash of the champions against mick foley when he put his face in the camera as he was walkIng down the aisle screaming about how he was about to kill cactus jack. Lol. I was like omg, somebody stop this match from happening. Cactus lost his ear in a match against Vader. He’s still missing his ear to this day.

[@mini_worx]

It's extremely weird seeing Vader without his face mask. Although his mask wasn't a full-on mask where his whole face was covered, it was still a "wall" to his real self. Really cool to see him as a person and not a persona. One of the baddest (scariest) wrestlers from my youth. I'm upset the WCW didn't utilize him to his fullest potential. Thanks for the great memories champ!

[@T-NUGGZ]

I agree - the guy was terrifying in the ring. It’s a shame that Shawn Michaels buried him in WWF also.

[@TheSlugJones]

I love this guy. He reminds me of my dad. Of course, he could have beat my dad to a pulp even though dad was big and could fight, but he reminds me in his mannerisms and how he speaks.

[@fatsbiggalo9321]

Your dad would've had a punchers chance

[@alfredkloos8591]

Sad to hear about his death.....always enjoyed watching him............June 20,2018.........RIP🇨🇦

[@s1mo-RBC]

Unfortunately very few people realize how big a deal Vader was in Japan. Inoki was the most over and revered star in wrestling ever. He was Hogan times ten, a true national hero. To come over and squash him in 2 minutes was the most shocking finish in history. Massive respect.

[@bbblackwell]

​@@TurnheadcoughI think Inoki's draw can't be properly appreciated outside of Japan because the type of champion he was appeals specifically to those with native Japanese sensibilities. Hogan was awesome in a far less subtle way; anyone looking at him can immediately appreciate his appeal. Hogan was, and still is, the greatest of all time. Stone Cold was on top for a far shorter time, and wrestled in a post-Hogan era when wrestling was already huge; he didn't have to do the work of getting it there.

[@xthevortexknightx6356]

My dad has never told me he was afraid of anyone. When I was watching my first Vader match, he told me as a kid and even teen, he was TERRIFIED of Vader. Man had an undeniable presence.

[@jamesesonia]

Thank you Leon for giving us Vader. R.I.P.

[@ox8833]

I honestly think he deserves to be in the Hall of Fame

[@kingmiller1982]

Vader from Compton! Only the strong survive, RIP Bruv.

[@johnelms2551]

When he brags he just comes off so very genuine and that is extremely rare

[@AlexBrovo]

2 hours of Vader shooting. My body is ready!

[@lukebaer6258]

There is a joke to be made there but I won't do it.

[@AQUAPHREESH193]

Luke Baer 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@ConfusionDistortion]

Going back and watching this interview makes you realize just how professional and humble Vader was. And also, the praise to DDP just reminds you of how important it is that someone in that industry is there to help take care of their own. Imagine how many of the wrestlers who passed would still be around if there was more Diamond Dallas Pages in the world to step in and help them at their worst.

[@soulessshadow5356]

Man watching back to this interview just makes me smile so big. I'll never forget the first time I seen Vader in person. He was such a larger than life person, and so many were scared of him, but god he was such a sweetheart of a man. He was super awesome and cool to us fans. He signed my 1994 Toymaker edition WCW Vader action figure, and I still have it in a plexiglass case with lights in it and everything because it's one of my pride and joys. I miss you Vader, we miss you brother. You are a legend not only in the ring, but outside of it too!

[@PcPFilmsDayton]

You always bring us such quality interviews. Thanks man!

[@hughbo52]

The way these guys tell their stories is amazing, like they are - it's bigger than life. Was not really much of a Vader fan, saw him some through Georgia Championship Wrestling, but I have certainly changed my opinion, he is a helluva guy. Also didn't really realize how competitive these matches really were. Great post. Thanks.

[@bcgoldengamer]

RIP big man you shall be missed.

[@Spooky_515]

This is a significantly important testament of Vaders career by Vader, shortly before his passing.

[@marvinbarnett3218]

The man they call VADERRRRR

[@craigwilson3532]

Great interview Hannibal. Vader is a really easy listen. I enjoy listening to his stories n his analysis on specific wrestlers

[@scotteller8848]

What a nice man! Such a shame, thanks for the memories RIP Vader!

[@waynediamond7736]

Slob Vader lied all through this weak-azz interview.

[@robdee81]

This is priceless now.

[@TheHannibalTV]

Yep and one of the best days of my life was chilling with Vader all day that day. Love the guy.

[@hometheaterjoe9489]

Great interview, watched it all, didn’t watch Vader a whole lot as a kid… really respect his take on all things. Seems to be very genuine and honest. GREAT interview!! Thank you sirs 🙏

[@ulitmateroryor1188]

Rest in Peace Vader. U did the best shoot interview he ever had Hannibal. Thank you👍👍

[@KingPabs]

thank you Hannibal and thank you Leon for an awesome interview

[@anthonychurch726]

I think he would've been a good opponent for Goldberg back in WCW.

[@TheHannibalTV]

That is for sure!

[@lezlethal]

I wonder if they tried to get Vader before bringing in Bam Bam?

[@mini_worx]

The WCW screwed up royally by having the NWO be too strong - unbeatable - back then. Yeah it was good at first but then it turned gimmicky. Having had Vader, Sting, Goldberg, 4 Horsemen etc, etc and letting Hulk Hogan control everything over a period of 2 years was stupid. Waste of talent.

[@obitosenju4767]

Vader would of shot on him like regal did lol but worse

[@asm42]

@@obitosenju4767 someone should teach him. I'm glad regal did.

[@Javiceeme2]

Finally we get the whole interview

[@sportfuryman]

Loved this man's work. Was truly an awe inspiring monster in his day.

[@davidv7757]

Great interview, asked everything I would of asked Vader if I had the chance too. Love hearing from the old timers I grew up watching as a kid.

[@blachubear]

In my opinion The Greatest Wrestler to ever step in the square circle & one of my heroes. Thanks for posting this interview Hannibal TV.

[@LeagueOne]

Great interview! I interviewed Vadar right after Rhodes passed.

[@christopheracosta7658]

thanks Hannibal. Great to see one of my top 5 fav wrestlers doing a classy interview. keep up the good work.

[@christopheracosta7658]

Vader should be 2017 HOF.

[@johngroves9828]

So much fun to watch back in the day. Big, powerful man who could really move in the ring. Seemed like such a nice person. R.I.P., big guy.

[@justsayin4604]

It's Vader Time!!

[@adrianmcaboo6065]

Amazing interview Thanks Hannibal

[@stevenrozakis5269]

You can tell Vader loved telling that Austin Drinking story with his trunks lol…..its a great story

[@crystalheart9]

He seems down to earth and is easy to listen to. I really enjoyed his stories and It's Time, It's Time It's Big Van Vader Time! It was an awesome interview.

[@clementsebastian4875]

Big Van Vader .....Regards from Bombay, India.

[@markl5998]

Three minutes in and it's already interesting as hell

[@citizenbeeswax7985]

This is my favorite shoot ever. I watch once every few months. I just love this guy.

[@clintstewart5545]

@@citizenbeeswax7985 Great wrestler

[@derekmanning8958]

One of the most unrated wrestlers of all time, scared me as a kid when he was a heel in WCW

[@MrFriesz]

I don't think he was ever underrated, maybe in the end of his career, but I remember him being the big baddest guy all the time. I think his best run was in WCW, which is probably the reason he didn't get into their hall of fame, unless if he did something to piss Vince off. I looked at the list of HOFers and he towers far above a lot of them in so many ways.

[@cardboardempire]

It was a pitty that WWF never used Leon properly.

[@MRWINDYMETHANE]

@@cardboardempire Exactly! Vader didn't win a single championship belt while he was employed with the WWE!!! I personally think Vince did that to Leon (Vader) because he worked with WCW.

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@cardboardempire You got that one right!!👍😟

[@michaelvaughn8864]

@@MRWINDYMETHANE I wouldn't doubt it, Mr. Martinez.

[@srednal30297]

The interview I been waiting for,

[@tc7584]

The last 3 minutes of this is tough to hear as he just passed.

[@grimes378]

Vader goes down as not only one of the greatest wrestling legends ever,but one of the nicest people as well. Love Vader Time

[@JOSEPHVENTURABRAND]

Amazing interview rip King Vader!

[@therealkingrapcollection7426]

Good shit I’m gonna have to watch later though too long for my time tonight

[@michaelmacdonald880]

Awesome, just plain awesome!

[@olegariomartinez6807]

I never liked his wrestling persona but I really like the man behind the mask. RIP Leon.

[@chuyonhernandez9610]

it's time it's time it's Vader Time

[@Miiiiiiighty]

The way Vince handled Vader in WWF was CRIMINAL

[@GeneDangoMd]

Great Interview!

[@steviep76]

Really appreciate theses shoots. Hellova job from the interviewer. Good questions an lets the subject speak without interruption

[@Gunners_Mate_Guns]

RIP, Leon. Loved your getups back in the day.

[@UnholyByChoice]

He doesn't look like a man with two years left. He looks pretty healthy especially for the type of lifestyle he lead.

[@janreznak881]

This comment didn’t age well...

[@scenoptica]

@@janreznak881 :(

[@j-stilt9746]

@@janreznak881 It was kinda true though. He didn't look like it, but unfortunately he was.

[@michaelsuder486]

​@@janreznak881 actually there's nothing changed. He said he didn't LOOK like a man with only two years left

[@tombennett1673]

really enjoyed listening to this guy. truly great performer

[@chrishood6470]

great shoot, Leon is well spoken

[@SuperMastodon]

FINALLY! Been waiting for this, great interview of one of the all time greats! More power to you Vader!

[@robertskurlock]

RIP Vader! Greatest IWGP Heavyweight Champion ever, greatest IWGP Tag Champion, and greatest wrestler in wrestling history.

[@bobturnley2787]

Nice to see so much appreciation for this great wrestler. He created one of the classic characters in pro-wrestling history while he remained just a regular guy.

[@madamefeast4824]

RIP Vader. Great interview

[@YoshitakaAmano]

I first got into Vader when I found out he was the inspiration for Big Bear in Fatal Fury, after watching his matches in Japan, I became a fan for life. Hands down a true wrestling legend.

[@Jaydot34.]

It’s time it’s time it’s.. Vader Time, time, time 😂😂 I loved that intro back in the day 😂 rip to a true legend of the wrestling game.

[@bboystance1670]

you lucky, lucky, lucky SOB! great interview

[@7thson555]

Great agile big man Thanks for the great matches and memories Vader

[@BowsettesFury]

Lol always wondered what ever happened to the helmet. Loved that thing🖤

[@chuck3042]

One of the best ever

[@stevew270]

I've watched a few of Leon's interviews, he always seemed like a super nice guy and gave great interviews.

[@colebendoggettyounger2610]

Vader was awesome. Definitely one of my favorite wrestlers. This came up on my recommends so I'm going to definitely to watch it.

[@Brando-Lee3725]

VADER you re the best supe heavy of all time !!! Vader is included in some of the best matches of all time !!! Once again thanks Hannibal

[@dennismarie6599]

R.I.P. Vader you were truly the man and thank you once again Hannibal It's time

[@Oc3anb0rn]

8 months...12lb baby...."yeah I was a big baby". Truer words were never spoken. R.I.P. Leon

[@andrewpearce1723]

I got to see vader wrestle 3 times live, 2 times in wcw, and in a wwe house show, 1st time in a tag match with steve austin against sting and davey boy smith, then against my favourite wrestler guardian angel / boss man and against undertaker in wwe. All 3 matches were awesome i would say 2nd best match on each show. I only seen him out of character once or twice. With a lot of wrestling often find heels as nicer guys outside the ring. When he first went to wcw i thought he was unbeatable. His matches with sting were amazing for a guy who was nearly 40 at 450lbs doing moonsaults in a 30 min match. Possibly the best big man ever i think.

[@Cappuccino1250]

Definitely one of the most underrated wrestlers

[@yescheeseplease9961]

A man among men. Thank you Hannibal!

[@thelocusst]

I love that this man is known for being to tough to breath and then you listen to him talk and he’s a big softy. Gotta love big Van vader

[@jolemays3218]

Hannibal the king of shoot wrestling

[@danthedodo4586]

This is my favorite shoot. Rest easy, big guy.

[@Eternal666Abortion]

Vader really needs to see Scott Hall's heart doctor. Apparently that man literally works miracles. still hate to see the bad news.

[@brownsamurai3070]

He couldn't have been 8 or 9 watching TOS Star Trek as he was 11 when the show premiered in 1966.

[@angrybear2332]

Waaaaaa caw caw

[@reydreem5705]

Vader says hes not, brother but the people say BIG VAN VADER IS A HALL OF FAMER!!!!!

[@harlequin75]

He has a look of sadness when talking about Owen

[@johnelms2551]

Absolutely heartbreaking he did not see his induction just his attitude and outlook are hall of fame worthy just shows why wrestlers say the things they do and why he is held in such high esteem really sid vicious before him come on

[@teresaw.4582]

R.I.P Big Van Vader, you we're awesome 🤘

[@beldigoscurse13]

Had a chance to meet Vader several years ago and didnt feel like driving 2 hrs. Kicking myself now that Ill never have that chance again.

[@lindsc6293]

That was an awesome ending!

[@dirbrody]

Vader Worries about no man! Kane, tonight, faces his own annihilation, his own destruction, & you & everyone in the world...federation... will know just who the man is. & Sunny I say what time is it? & Sunny I say again, what time is it? I thought you were smarter than that? It's Vader time!

[@AceMcSch00ly]

Crazy the doctor tells him he has two years and he dies not even a year later. Rip Vader, The Mastodon.

[@MnMs002]

For a 2 hour interview and vader on the verge according to 3 doctors of dying from his bad heart he done excellent...Go Vader prove those doctors wrong !!! U can do it!!!

[@aaronm8143]

Such a well spoken guy.

[@SEEBEE345]

R.i.P Leon White AkA Big Van Vader 🙏... "OH ITS TIME ITS VADER TIME!"🕯

[@144church]

Arn and Sid not thanking Vader for saving Sid's life and saving Arn from a very long jail sentence made me lose some respect for both of them.

[@jamieoiler5690]

STOP IT

[@fredspofford]

Seriously STFU. It was unspoken, snowflake.

[@beavis8167]

WCW FOR LIFE

[@Anuskasv0]

One of Hannibal's best interviews, I've watched this atleast five times.

[@TheHannibalTV]

Agree