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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Jacob Stolworthy

The Simpsons voice actor Harry Shearer makes surprise revelation about the show

  • Harry Shearer , who has voiced characters such as Mr Burns, Ned Flanders, and Principal Skinner in over 780 episodes of The Simpsons since 1989, revealed he has never actually watched the show.
  • The 82-year-old actor stated he cannot comment on whether the long-running animated series has aged well, as he has not seen it.
  • Shearer refuted suggestions that he no longer enjoys working on the show, emphasising that he appreciates the variety of characters he gets to play.
  • He clarified a 2015 rumour about his potential departure, explaining that Fox had threatened to continue the show without him if he did not sign a new contract.
  • The Simpsons is currently in its 37th season, with a second film adaptation confirmed and the show renewed for at least four more seasons, extending its run to 41 seasons.

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