Biography
Kevin Nash played three significant characters across his career: Oz (fantasy WCW gimmick), Diesel (WWF bodyguard turned champion), and Kevin Nash the nWo power broker — and each was more successful than the last.
As Diesel in WWF, Nash held the WWF Championship for 358 days in 1994–95 — the longest WWF title reign of the decade. He was Shawn Michaels's bodyguard before splitting off into a successful singles run. His matches with Bret Hart and Michaels during this run were standout title defenses.
Nash's WCW run was defined by his role in the nWo alongside Hulk Hogan and Sting feuds. His famous fingerpoke of doom — touching Hulk Hogan with one finger to win the WCW title — is widely cited as the moment WCW's booking credibility collapsed. Nash was also notorious for booking himself favorably during his WCW booking tenure.
Championships & Titles
Career Timeline
- 1990WCW debut as Oz — fantasy gimmick fails quickly
- 1993WWF debut as Diesel — Shawn Michaels' bodyguard
- 1994WWF Championship win — begins year-long reign as Diesel
- 1995WWF title run ends — moves to WCW
- 1996WCW nWo founding member alongside Hulk Hogan and Scott Hall
- 1998WCW World title runs — multiple reigns during peak nWo era
- 1999Fingerpoke of Doom — credibility nadir for WCW booking
- 2002WWE return — brief program with Triple H and Shawn Michaels
- 2011TNA title reigns — late career championship programs
FAQ
How long did Diesel hold the WWF Championship?
Diesel (Kevin Nash) held the WWF Championship for 358 days, from November 26, 1994 to November 19, 1995. It was the longest WWF title reign of the 1990s, though the era is debated for its match quality.
What is the Fingerpoke of Doom?
On January 4, 1999, Kevin Nash allowed Hulk Hogan to defeat him for the WCW title by lying down after Hogan touched him with one finger. This immediately shattered Nash's monster-heel credibility and is widely cited as the moment WCW's booking fell apart.
Who are the nWo founders?
The nWo (New World Order) was founded in WCW in 1996 by Hollywood Hulk Hogan, Scott Hall (Razor Ramon), and Kevin Nash — the 'Outsiders' from WWF. The faction expanded over the following years.
What other names did Kevin Nash use?
Kevin Nash competed as Oz (WCW), Diesel (WWF), Vinnie Vegas (WCW), and Kevin Nash. His most famous character names are Diesel and Big Daddy Cool.