Joey Marella

Joseph Anthony Marella (February 28, 1963 – July 4, 1994) was an American professional wrestling referee known for his work with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF). Marella, the adopted son of former wrestler and WWF announcer Gorilla Monsoon, joined the WWF in 1983 and quickly rose through the ranks. He gained recognition as the referee for the highly anticipated matches between Hulk Hogan and André the Giant at WrestleMania III and WrestleMania IV. Marella also officiated the 1992 SummerSlam main event between Bret Hart and Davey Boy Smith. Despite a brief suspension for substance abuse in 1993, he was re-hired and continued his successful career until his untimely death in 1994.More