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Who was Joseph 'Jocephus' Hudson? NWA wrestler 'The Question Mark' dies, mourning fans say 'rest in power'

'The Question Mark' was with NWA ever since his debut in 2010

Joseph Hadley Hudson, more commonly known by his ring name Jocephus or Question Mark, has reportedly died. The exact time of his death wasn't immediately available. His untimely demise was sudden and a shock to everyone close to him, especially since the medical issue behind his death is yet to be diagnosed. 

He is survived by a young son. The news of his death was shared by National Wrestling Alliance President and musician William P Corgan on his private Instagram account.

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Who was Jocephus?

Jocephus was married to fellow professional wrestler Eve aka Abriella of Amazonia. He was a doting father and shared a beautiful bond with his son. The father-son duo often participated in sports activities like soccer. In fact, his cover photo on Facebook is a selfie with his son where both look happy in each other's company.

Jocephus participated in NWA Southern Heavyweight Championship, RPW Heavyweight Championship, RPW Tag Team Championship (with Eve and Robert Anthony), SAAW Tag Team Championship as well as USWO Heavyweight Championship.

'May he rest in power'

Corgan's tragic note about Jocephus, whom he called his 'friend and brother' in wrestling, broke many hearts as fans were shocked at the sudden news.

"Such horrible news to share. Jocephus Hudson has passed. Moments ago @NWA President William Patrick Corgan issued a statement on his IG. Joe was so creative and a hell of a guy. Most of you know him as @QuestiontheTHE. My condolences to his family, friends and fans. #RIP" - wrote one user, sharing the note by Corgan. "RIP my Friend you where truly a very talented and special individual!" wrote Pro Wrestler Thunder Rosa.

A friend of Jocephus tweeted about his death, adding that the possible cause was either aneurysm or a stroke. "Sad news tonight folks. My friend, Joseph Hudson, who went by the wrestling name Jocephus and portrayed a young Bruiser Brody in the DSOTR episode 1 passed away tonight. It is believed that he either suffered a stroke or an aneurysm. @PWTorch @PWInsidercom @RealJeffJarrett"

"Loved his work on NWA Power, created an amazing character people will remember forever. May he Rest in Power" - tweeted wrestling star Cheeseburger. "My heart is broken. R.I.P. Sensei Red question mark ornament. Thank you for all you have done for the fans and for me. This does not seem real." - wrote former WWE star Damien Sandow aka Aron. Replying to his tweet, WWE commentator Stu Bennett wrote - "You two were a brilliant duo. Incredibly sad - he was a great guy & performer. RIP Joseph."

Joseph Hudson was born in Nashville, Tennessee, and debuted on NWA on January 9, 2010. He used to perform on NWA Power as Question Mark. He also had competed in other wrestling programs like Championship Wrestling from Hollywood, Total Nonstop Action Wrestling, Ring of Honor and Resistance Pro Wrestling. 

Away from the ring, Hudson also acted in two films 'Nothing Is Funny. Everything Is Sad' and 'Hurt Doll'. He also played the role of Bruiser Brody in TV show 'Dark Side of the Ring' in the episode 'The Killing of Bruiser Brody'.