Super Mario Bros. Voice Cast Changes: Princess Peach and Toad Receive New Voices

Nintendo has announced a significant update to the voice cast of the iconic Super Mario Bros.

series, marking a new chapter for two of the franchise's beloved characters, Princess Peach and Toad.

This change comes on the heels of Charles Martinet stepping down as the longtime voice of Mario, further signaling a shift in Nintendo’s approach to character voicing across its celebrated Mario titles. Samantha Kelly, who had been the voice behind Princess Peach and Toad for nearly two decades, confirmed her departure from the roles.

Kelly joined Nintendo in 2007, lending her talents to games such as Mario Strikers Charged and Mario Party 8 on the Nintendo Switch and other Nintendo platforms.

Her performances have become closely associated with these characters for generations of fans worldwide. The transition was publicly acknowledged when fans noticed new voices for Peach and Toad in Mario Kart World.

This prompted Samantha Kelly to address her departure via a heartfelt Instagram post, where she expressed both gratitude and sadness.

In her statement, Kelly conveyed, "Thank you for so many years of friendship and joy.

I’m sad that it’s over; I truly would have wanted to voice Peach and Toad forever.

Nintendo let me know yesterday that they decided to recast these roles.

I’m grateful that I got to do these voices for so many years.

Peach and Toad are such strong and beautiful characters that I pray they live forever no matter who voices them.

So much love." The recasting of these roles has stirred emotions among the Super Mario community, as both Princess Peach and Toad hold iconic status in gaming history.

Samantha Kelly’s portrayal of these characters has left a lasting impression, enriching the Super Mario Bros.

universe through her performances in countless titles featured on the Nintendo Switch and the wider Nintendo platform lineup.

Her tenure exemplifies the significance of voice acting in bringing life and personality to Nintendo’s characters, adding depth that resonates with players old and new. This shakeup falls in line with Nintendo's evolving strategy for its key franchises, following other recent voice acting transitions.

While change can be challenging, it provides fans with a moment to celebrate the dedication and artistry of Samantha Kelly, whose legacy will undoubtedly influence future portrayals. The latest entry, Mario Kart World, continues the tradition of innovation within the Super Mario Bros.

series and stands as the first title to feature the new voices for Princess Peach and Toad.

The ongoing evolution of Nintendo’s beloved franchises demonstrates the company’s commitment to both honoring its past and embracing the future.

As the Super Mario series moves forward, fans can expect new voices to bring their own interpretations to these cherished characters on the Nintendo Switch and in upcoming titles available via the eShop and beyond.

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