Charles Martinet, the voice behind Mario

Charles Martinet, the voice of Mario for 26 years, shares his journey from theater to voice acting. He recounts his audition for Mario, a character created in 1981, and his unexpected success. Charles reflects on the joy and connection his work brings to fans, emphasizing the importance of fun and family. His story highlights the evolution of Mario and the personal impact of his voice acting career.

What roles has Charles Martinet played in his career?

• Mario and Luigi

• Only Mario

• Only Luigi

• Mario, Luigi, and Donkey Kong

How did Charles Martinet become the voice of Mario?

• He was directly hired by Nintendo

• He auditioned through a scheduled appointment

• He was recommended by a friend

• He crashed an audition and improvised

What was Charles Martinet's initial reaction to the video game audition?

• He was unsure and unfamiliar with video games

• He was uninterested in the role

• He was confident and prepared

• He had prior experience with video games

What does Charles Martinet enjoy about meeting Mario fans?

• Listening to how Mario was part of their childhood

• Signing autographs

• Hearing about their favorite games

• Discussing new game releases

What is Charles Martinet's mantra for life?

• Focus on success

• Have fun and enjoy life

• Always be serious

• Work hard, play hard