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Aleister Black
Tom Budgen (born May 19, 1985) is a Dutch professional wrestler better known under the ring name Aleister Black. He is currently signed to WWE performing on the Raw brand. During his time in NXT he became a one-time NXT Champion. Prior to signing with WWE, Budgen worked for promotions across Europe, United States, and Japan under the ring name Tommy End. As Tommy End he most notably wrestled for Insane Championship Wrestling, Progress Wrestling, Pro Wrestling Guerilla and Westside Xtreme Wrestling. In promotions he held numerous championships, including the wXw Unified World Heavyweight Championship, wXw World Lightweight Championship, wXw World Tag Team Championship, ICW Tag Team Championship, and the Progress Tag Team Championship. He then signed to WWE in June 2016. He debuted for WWE's NXT at 2017's NXT TakeOver: Orlando. At NXT TakeOver: New Orleans in April 2018, Black defeated Andrade Cien Almas to win the NXT Championship. He held the title until July 2018 when he lost it to Tommaso Ciampa, due to interference by Johnny Gargano. He then feuded with Ciampa and Gargano for the majority of 2018 and into early 2019. In February 2019, Black was promoted to the main roster, making appearances on Raw and SmackDown Live. This led to him teaming with Ricochet and challenging for the Raw Tag Team Championship at Fastlane and the SmackDown Tag Team Championship at WrestleMania 35.
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Born
1985-05-19
Birth Place
Netherlands
Nickname(s)
Tommy End
Height
1.8288
Spouse(s)
Zelina_Vega
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Bray Wyatt, Braun Strowman, Aleister Black, Full List of 2021 WWE Contract Releases

Following the release of eight more wrestlers Thursday night, WWE has now parted ways with 78 Superstars since the start of 2021. Here is a full rundown of WWE's 2021 releases, courtesy of Ringside News:. Ever-Rise (Matt Martel and Chase Parker) Bollywood Boyz (Sunil Singh and Samir Singh) Samoa Joe...
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Aleister Black Reveals Vince McMahon’s Reaction To His Entrance Music

The wrestling world has been talking a lot about former WWE Superstar Aleister Black, as he made his surprise debut with AEW on Wednesday night, and it was revealed that he will be known as Malakai Black going forward. Black was released from his WWE contract last month, and the...
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Aleister Black Debuts On AEW Dynamite

This week’s episode of AEW Dynamite was the special Road Rager edition of the show, and it was rumored that former WWE star Aleister Black was backstage in Miami for the event. At one point during the show Arn Anderson made his way to the ring for an interview with...
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Aleister Black (Malakai Black) Makes AEW Debut On Dynamite

During Wednesday night’s episode of AEW Dynamite, Tommy End (Aleister Black in WWE) made his official AEW debut. As we reported earlier today, End is now using “Malakai Black” as his official ring name. Black came out and attacked Arn Anderson while he was cutting a promo in the ring. The lights went out and when they came back on, Black was in the ring and hit Anderson with the Black Mass.
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Aleister Black Teases New Character And Name

Recently released WWE superstar Aleister Black, also known as Tommy End, hinted at a new character and name today after releasing a nearly five minute video on his Instagram page. During the video Aleister appears to be held in a psychiatric hospital when two doctors come into the room to...
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Former WWE Superstar Aleister Black Announces A New Sponsorship Deal

Former WWE Superstar Aleister Black (Tommy End) took to Twitter today, announcing a new sponsorship deal with Hayabusa Combat. He said,. “Only have so many characters that I can type but as of today I am officially sponsored by @hayabusacombat. Which ironically was the name of one of my favorite wrestler growing up. More to come as I will give some cool stuff away for you hip kids that hit bags and pads.”
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Aleister Black Is Still Expected To Sign With AEW

Aleister Black (Tommy End, Tom Budgen) is expected to sign with AEW after being released by WWE. During Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer talked about Black’s status and noted that while WWE has exclusive rights to him for the next few months, the belief is that Black will be headed to AEW.
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Aleister Black: Where should he show up next in professional wrestling?

Aleister Black was a shocking release, but within a week, rumors are doing rounds that he may be back in the company soon. One cannot decide what would be a good choice for Black, but as the rumors of his return to the WWE increase, let’s look at what would be valuable and what wouldn’t be a choice of value for The Dutch Destroyer.
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Aleister Black Talks Problems With WWE, Past Conversations With Vince McMahon

With another massive list of terminations made just last week in WWE, former Superstars like Aleister Black (now known as Tommy End) were left to wonder: What’s next for their careers? This week on Oral Sessions with Renee Paquette, End revealed an in-depth perspective of the days leading up to his release, his most recent character, the Dark Father, and where he stands now. But first, they discussed one of the cons WWE faces when building up their roster, something that’s been echoed among those currently in WWE and beyond.
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Aleister Black Talks WWE’s Struggle With Booking NXT Talent On Main Roster

Tommy End (fka Aleister Black) spoke with Renee Paquette on this week’s Oral Sessions about a wide range of topics. During it, he talked about why he thinks WWE struggles with handling NXT talent who are promoted to the main roster. “I think one of the main issues is that...
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Aleister Black Reportedly Expected To Sign With AEW

Former WWE Superstar Aleister Black (Tommy End, Tom Budgen) is expected to sign with AEW. Black signing with AEW is not a done deal, but the strong belief is that he will be signing with AEW, according to the Wrestling Observer Newsletter. Black is under a standard 90-day non-compete clause...
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Aleister Black believed to be AEW-bound, WWE may offer new deal

While Aleister Black was expected to draw interest as a free agent, it wasn't necessarily expected that the company that just released him would quickly want him back. In this week's Wrestling Observer Newsletter, Dave Meltzer reported that there is a "strong belief" that Black (Tom Budgen) will be headed to AEW when his non-compete runs out on August 31st.
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Aleister Black On What Paul Heyman Said After His WWE Release, Who He Wants To Work With

After concluding his career with WWE following his release, Tommy End (f.k.a. Aleister Black) is learning to reinvent his scope and career. A prime advocate and supporter of his, Paul Heyman, was one of many who sent their kind regards to End as he journeys over to greener pastures. This week on Oral Sessions with Renee Paquette, End recalls the words of wisdom Heyman shared and how grateful he was to have such a strong backing from Heyman during his five-year career in WWE.
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Aleister Black Reveals His Reaction to Zelina Vega's WWE Release Last Year

Zelina Vega was suddenly released by the WWE last November, and at the time her husband Aleister Black was still an active member of the roster. That changed last week when WWE announced six more roster cuts, ending Black's five-year run with the company. In a new interview with Renee Paquette on the Oral Sessions podcast this week Black (real name Tom Budgen, now going by his independent wrestling name Tommy End) brought up the circumstances surrounding Vega's departure.
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