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Hank Azaria Apologizes for Portrayal of Apu on ‘The Simpsons’

Hank Azaria Apologizes for Portrayal of Apu on ‘The Simpsons’
Hank Azaria Apologizes for Portrayal of Apu on ‘The Simpsons’

The actor is reaching out to make amends for his inherently racist and insulting voice work as the show’s Kwik-E-Mart owner, which for three decades he portrayed with an outrageously exaggerated Indian accent.

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Matt Groening Addresses ‘The Simpsons’ Re-Casting Moves

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at 7:53am
Matt Groening Addresses ‘The Simpsons’ Re-Casting Moves
Matt Groening Addresses ‘The Simpsons’ Re-Casting Moves

In a new BBC interview, the iconic show’s creator shares his support for the decision to replace Harry Shearer in the role of Dr. Hibbert, agreeing that change is needed, not just with actors, but the entire industry.

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