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My Take
Tony Atlas, born Anthony White in 1954, is one of those wrestlers whose strength was never in question, he was a genuine powerlifter and bodybuilder before he ever stepped into a ring. I find his story compelling because he broke real ground as one of the sport's prominent Black stars in an era that did not make that easy, earning the nickname Black Superman. His WWE Hall of Fame induction confirms his place in the history of the business. At 188 cm and built like a tank, he had the physical presence to match the gimmick. To me he represents that classic crossover of raw athletic ability and showmanship.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Tony Atlas
- Name (Japanese)
- トニー・アトラス
- Reading
- とにー・あとらす
- Born
- April 23, 1954 (age 72)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Taurus / Horse
- Origin
- Roanoke, Virginia, United States
- Height
- 188 cm
- Occupation
- professional wrestler / powerlifter
2. Background
- High school
- Patrick Henry High School
Awards & achievements
- WWE Hall of Fame
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Tony Atlas born?
Born April 23, 1954 (age 72).
Where is Tony Atlas from?
Tony Atlas is from Roanoke, Virginia, United States.
What does Tony Atlas do?
Tony Atlas works as professional wrestler, powerlifter.
How tall is Tony Atlas?
Tony Atlas is 188 cm.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.