Charles Martinet, the legendary voice behind the iconic character Mario in Nintendo’s games, has announced his retirement after nearly three decades of bringing the beloved plumber to life. Nintendo confirmed this news on Monday, stating that Martinet is “stepping back from recording character voices for our games” (Source: Deadline).
Known for his distinct portrayal of Mario, Martinet has also lent his voice to other key characters in the Super Mario Brothers franchise, including Luigi, Waluigi, Wario, and Baby Mario. It is a significant moment for fans who have grown accustomed to Martinet’s voice resonating with their gaming experiences.
Interestingly, Martinet drew inspiration for Mario’s voice from the character Petruchio in Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew,” adding a unique flair to the beloved character’s persona.
Fans were quick to notice a different voice for Mario in promotional videos for the upcoming game Super Mario Bros Wonder, sparking speculation that Martinet had been replaced (Source: The Guardian). However, Nintendo has yet to reveal the identity of the new actor behind Mario’s voice. Instead, they announced that Martinet will transition into the role of a Mario ambassador. In this new capacity, he will continue to travel the world, spreading the joy of Mario and interacting with fans. Martinet expressed his enthusiasm for this new adventure on X, stating, “My new Adventure begins! You are all Numba One in my heart! Woohoo!!!!!!!” (Source: Martinet’s Twitter)
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