Although Van was born in San Luis Obispo, California, he spent a couple
of years living with his family in South Korea, and then finally
settled in Leesville, Louisiana. While growing up in a small town, Van
spent most of his time playing sports, mostly football. While in middle
school he watched a performance of "Little Shop Of Horrors" and was
blown away. When he reached high school, he was playing Football in the
fall and being involved in the school's musical in the spring. He
changed his major in his first semester of college from journalism to
theatre, deciding to pursue a degree in acting.
Wrote, produced, directed, and acting in, "The Window". A play in which
was the culmination of his education he received at Northwestern State
University. The play opened in Natchitoches, LA in April of
2007.
Graduated from Northwestern State University, in the spring of 2007,
with a Bachelor of Science degree in Theatre with concentrations in
Acting and Directing.
Has and older sister,Christine Pyon White, and a younger sister,
Heather Ashley White.
Is an alumni of the beta omicron chapter of Pi Kappa Phi
fraternity.
Worked at the local movie theater and would stay after hours to watch
reels of trailers.