The real ping pong champion — and hustler — who inspired 'Marty Supreme'
Marty Reisman was nicknamed "The Needle" for his slender physique. He dressed well and put on a show.

Marty Reisman was nicknamed "The Needle" for his slender physique. He dressed well and put on a show.
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Source: The real ping pong champion — and hustler — who inspired 'Marty Supreme' (https://www.npr.org/2025/12/25/nx-s1-5583930/marty-supreme-timothee-chalamet-marty-reisman-ping-pong-real-player)