Danny Wells
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| Danny Wells | |
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| Full name | Jack Westelmen |
| Born | April 7, 1941 |
| Died | November 28, 2013 |
| Super Mario–related role(s) | Luigi, Luigeena, Luigi Bob, Pronto (The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!) |
Jack Westelmen, better known by his professional name, Danny Wells (April 7, 1941 – November 28, 2013), was a Canadian actor who is best known for portraying Luigi in The Super Mario Bros. Super Show! in both the live action and cartoon segments. He worked alongside Lou Albano, who played Mario. In addition to Luigi, he played various other guest characters in the live-action series as well, such as Mario and Luigi's Aunt Luigeena and their cousin Luigi Bob. Aside from his role as Luigi, he was also widely known for playing the bartender, Charlie, in the American sitcom, The Jeffersons.
Twenty-four years after the conclusion of The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!, at the age of 72, Wells died in Toronto, Canada on November 28, 2013.[1]
References
- ^ Danny Wells, Luigi on ‘Super Mario Bros.’ Show, Dies at 72 Variety. Published December 4, 2013. Accessed July 15, 2022
