Charles Martinet, The Voice Behind Mario

Charles Martinet, the voice of Mario, shares his journey of becoming a voice actor. He discusses his career in theater and film before transitioning to voice acting. Martinet recounts his audition for Mario, a character created in 1981, and how he became the iconic voice for over 26 years. He reflects on the joy and connection his role brings to fans, emphasizing the importance of fun and family in his work.

What was the audition process like for Charles Martinet?

• He was invited

• He crashed the audition

• He was recommended

• He applied online

What does Charles Martinet enjoy about being the voice of Mario?

• Meeting fans

• Playing video games

• Acting in films

• Traveling