We’ve simply learnt of the unhappy information that Mojo Nixon, the musician, actor and radio DJ, has handed away on the age of 66.
Nintendo followers could recognise Nixon because the live-action face of Toad in 1993’s Tremendous Mario Bros. film. This portrayal was extra of an all-singing, government-defying, human-looking tackle the long-lasting Mushroom Kingdom inhabitant than we’re used to seeing, however one which was memorable nonetheless.
Apart from his performing profession, Nixon is probably going higher identified for his musical work within the Nineteen Eighties with hits like ‘Elvis is In all places’ which he launched along with his former recording companion Skid Roper.
In an announcement issued to Rolling Stone on seventh February, Nixon’s household described the artist as a “full-tilt, wide-open rock onerous, root hog, nook on two wheels + on hearth,” concluding, “Since Elvis is all over the place, we all know he was ready for him within the alley out again. Heaven assist us all.”
Following the announcement of his passing, many individuals have taken to social media to share tales of Nixon and pay their respects.
As highlighted by the obituary in Rolling Stone, Nixon might be remembered throughout music, performing and radio circles after having fun with “a supremely bizarre but singular profession”.
On behalf of the staff and neighborhood right here at Nintendo Life, our ideas exit to Mojo’s household, buddies and colleagues.