Heartbreaking news to report today as former WWE legend Vader has died.

At the time of his death, the professional wrestler was 63 years old.

During his wrestling career, he earned the WCW heavyweight title three times.

According to TMZ, Vader, who’s legal name was Leon White, had congestive heart failure and recently battled pneumonia.

Although his family believed the former wrestler was recovering, his son said that his heart just gave out.

In recent months, Vader had also undergone open heart surgery.

Please keep White’s family and friends in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

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