Nintendo’s New Mario Voice Actor Knows How Lucky He Is
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- Kevin Afghani took over the voice roles of Mario, Luigi, and Wario in 2023, succeeding Charles Martinet, who stepped back to become a "Mario Ambassador."
- Afghani made his first American convention appearance at Charlie’s Comic Con in Florida and spoke with USA Today about the responsibility of voicing Nintendo's iconic mascot.
- He expressed deep admiration for Martinet, calling him "THE guy" behind Mario's voice and acknowledging the pressure and respect involved in following his legacy.
- Afghani, a longtime Mario fan who used to mimic Martinet's performances, views his role as continuing the characters' importance to fans worldwide.
- He shared an emotional connection to the characters, revealing that vo
