Josh Hockett debuted in MMA at Bellator 300 in October 2023, where he was described as a normal, respectful person who thanked his coaches, parents, and fans. As recently as six months ago, Hockett was still authentic, but this year he has adopted an exaggerated persona. His constant antics at weigh-ins and other appearances are generating social media engagement but are wearing thin with some observers. An interview with Ariel Helwani in January was particularly criticized for Hockett acting excessively over the top from start to finish. The post suggests Hockett needs to find moderation in his performance persona to avoid becoming tiresome.
