Tim White dead aged 68: Tributes pour in for WWE referee and Andre The Giant's assistant
Michael Hansen
Published Sep 29, 2026
FORMER WWE referee and assistant to Andre The Giant Tim White has died aged 68.
White began as a part-time referee in 1985 but after Andre's death in 1993 he took up the position full-time and saw his his fame soar.
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He stayed in the position for eleven years before a shoulder injury ended his career.
White was known for taking charge of some of the biggest matches in WWE history including the infamous Hell in a Cell Match between Undertaker and Mankind at King of the Ring 1998.
Even when his officiating career ended, White worked behind the scenes for a number of years as an official and talent agent.
Tributes have flooded in from fans and many former WWE stars.
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Ettore 'Big E' Ewen tweeted: "I lit up every time I saw this man! Tim White often was the man tasked with shepherding us at appearances and conventions the last several years.
"He was always extraordinarily kind and warm. I will miss you, my friend.
"My deepest condolences to his family and friends."
Fans also expressed their sadness with one lovely message online reading: "He is back with Andre."
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Others used words like: "Legend" and "One of the best."
His death comes just a day after Dave Hebner died.
Former WWE ref Hebner, 73, officiated some of the biggest fights ever including the famous Hulk Hogan vs Andre The Giant clash in 1998.
