Joey Marella

Wrestling referee and WrestleMania officiant

Joey Marella - Wrestling referee and WrestleMania officiant
Born

1964
61 years ago

Died

July 4th, 1994
30 years ago — 30 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A wrestling referee officiated numerous significant matches during a notable career in professional wrestling. Worked primarily with World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and gained prominence by officiating key events, including multiple WrestleMania shows. Contributed to the evolution of the referee's role in wrestling, enhancing in-ring storytelling through officiating decisions. Continued to work in the industry until a tragic death in 1994.

Officiated the main event of WrestleMania III

Served as a referee for several high-profile matches

Worked in professional wrestling for over a decade

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