White Tiger is a title held by several superheroes in the Marvel Universe, with the mantle passing through different characters over time.
Hector Ayala
The original White Tiger, Hector Ayala, debuted in 1975 as Marvel’s first Latino superhero. Born in Puerto Rico and later residing in New York City, Ayala discovered mystical amulets that granted him enhanced strength, agility, and martial arts skills. He became a prominent figure in Marvel’s street-level hero community.
Ava Ayala
Ava Ayala, Hector’s younger sister, also adopted the White Tiger identity. She possesses similar abilities derived from the amulets and has been affiliated with teams like the Mighty Avengers and the New Avengers.
White Tiger in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU)
In the MCU, Hector Ayala appears in the Disney+ series “Daredevil: Born Again,” portrayed by Kamar de los Reyes. The series introduces Ayala as a vigilante in New York City who gains his powers from a mystical amulet. Tragically, actor Kamar de los Reyes passed away from cancer on December 24, 2023, and the second episode of the series pays tribute to him.
“Daredevil: Born Again” premiered on March 4, 2025, marking the return of Charlie Cox as Daredevil and Vincent D’Onofrio as Kingpin. The series aims to explore darker and more complex narratives within the MCU.
The inclusion of White Tiger adds depth to the series, intertwining his story with Daredevil’s and expanding the representation of Latino superheroes in mainstream media.