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Charles Martinet is an American voice actor, best known for voicing Mario in the Super Mario video game series by Nintendo since 1992. He has provided the voice for Mario in a wide range of games including the main series titles and spin-offs like “Mario Kart” and “Super Smash Bros.” His voice work has been featured in more than 100 titles since he began voicing Mario.

In addition to voicing Mario, Martinet’s roles within the Mario series extend to characters such as Luigi, Wario, and Waluigi. He has also contributed his voice to other video games, including “Skies of Arcadia” and the “Bit.Trip” series. His extensive work with Nintendo has made him a significant figure in the voice acting community within the video game industry.

Martinet’s collaborative efforts in the gaming industry are highlighted by his interactions with influential figures such as Shigeru Miyamoto, Nintendo’s renowned game designer who created Mario. He has worked under the direction of Koji Kondo, the composer responsible for the music in many Nintendo games, and Takashi Tezuka, a prominent game designer at Nintendo. His voice direction has often been managed by Leslie Swan and Nate Bihldorff, who have overseen the linguistic and auditory style of the Mario series. Martinet has also worked alongside Samantha Kelly, the voice of Princess Peach, ensuring a cohesive auditory experience in the Mario games.