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Steven E. Hurdle Jr.~~Eugene L. Chang~~Taaj Reaves
January 24, 2026
Willkie Represents Charles Martinet in Move to Become Mario Ambassador for Nintendo

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- Willkie advised voice actor Charles Martinet, known for originating the voices of Nintendo characters such as Mario and Luigi, in his transition to the role of Mario Ambassador
- In this new position, Martinet will travel globally to promote Nintendo characters, sign autographs, and perform character voices
- The legal team handling the transaction was led by partner Steven Hurdle, with partner Eugene Chang and associate Taaj Reaves also involved.
Willkie represented voice actor Charles Martinet, who originated the voices of iconic Nintendo characters Mario, Luigi and countless others, in his transition to the role of Mario Ambassador. In the role of Mario Ambassador, Martinet will travel around the world to promote the beloved personalities, signing autographs and performing Nintendo character voices.
The transaction was led by partner Steven Hurdle and included partner Eugene Chang and associate Taaj Reaves.
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Steven E. Hurdle Jr.~~Eugene L. Chang~~Taaj Reaves
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