‘The Simpsons’ unexpectedly airs its ‘series finale’ – leaving fans perplexed

‘The Simpsons’ unexpectedly airs its ‘series finale’ – leaving fans perplexed

Is “The Simpsons” over? The long-running animated sitcom series confused viewers when it aired what the show dubbed its “series finale” when Season 36 premiered on Sunday. The episode, titled “Bart’s Birthday,” opened with an animated version of Conan O’Brien, who used to write for the show, hosting a gala with animated celebrities. “The Simpsons” … Read more

‘Simpsons’ writer responds to the show predicting Kamala Harris’ presidential run

‘Simpsons’ writer responds to the show predicting Kamala Harris’ presidential run

“The Simpsons” did it again. The animated show seemingly predicted Vice President Kamala Harris seeking the Democratic presidential nomination after President Joe Biden withdrew from the race over the weekend. A writer from the show even addressed the coincidence on social media. Lisa Simpson; Kamala Harris. In the 2000 episode of the comedy series, “Bart … Read more

‘Simpsons’ episode pulled after Donald Trump’s assassination attempt

‘Simpsons’ episode pulled after Donald Trump’s assassination attempt

An episode of “The Simpsons” was reportedly pulled from airing on Channel 4 in the UK after a gunman shot at Donald Trump at a Pennsylvania campaign rally on Saturday.  The episode, “Lisa the Iconoclast,” originally aired in 1996. The plot follows Lisa as she discovers that the founder of her hometown, Springfield, was a … Read more

Cypress Hill set for London Symphony Orchestra gig — just like ‘The Simpsons’ predicted in 1996

Cypress Hill set for London Symphony Orchestra gig — just like ‘The Simpsons’ predicted in 1996

D’oh!  “The Simpsons” isn’t only notable for being the longest running animated series in history – now, it’s also predicted the future.  In a 1996 episode of the hit show called “Homerpalooza,” there was a joke where hip-hop group Cypress Hill mistakenly booked the London Symphony Orchestra while they were under the influence. The two … Read more

O.J. Simpson’s BET Awards 2024 In Memoriam segment outrages viewers: ‘No f–king way’

O.J. Simpson’s BET Awards 2024 In Memoriam segment outrages viewers: ‘No f–king way’

If BET did it.  After the 2024 BET Awards, which aired Sunday, there was a backlash on social media when O.J. Simpson was included in the “In Memoriam” segment.  The montage included notable actors and celebrities who passed away in 2024, such as prolific character actor Bill Cobbs, “Rocky” star Carl Weathers and baseball legend … Read more

‘Simpsons’ did it! Reel life three-eyed fish discovery echoes cartoon prediction from 1990

‘Simpsons’ did it! Reel life three-eyed fish discovery echoes cartoon prediction from 1990

Tri not to flip out, but “The Simpsons” has predicted the future — again. The beloved animated sitcom has enjoyed quite the reputation for seeing into the future during its 35-year run, teasing everything from Donald Trump as president to a failed attempt to recreate Willy Wonka’s chocolate world in real life, not to mention Diddy’s … Read more

Mummy’s unearthed coffin features ‘unreal’ depiction of beloved ‘Simpsons’ character

Mummy’s unearthed coffin features ‘unreal’ depiction of beloved ‘Simpsons’ character

D’oh! The markings on a recently unearthed coffin are being compared to Marge Simpson from Fox’s long-running cartoon “The Simpsons.” The mummy’s resting place was discovered late last year in a 3,500-year-old cemetery in Minya, Egypt, and is believed to belong to senior officials and priests of the New Kingdom from 1550 BC to 1069 BC.  … Read more

Kris Jenner reveals friend Nicole Brown Simpson’s final words to her before she died

Kris Jenner reveals friend Nicole Brown Simpson’s final words to her before she died

Kris Jenner has revealed her final conversation with Nicole Brown Simpson before her death at age 35. The matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner clan, 68, has opened up about her last words with the late ex-wife of OJ Simpson in a Lifetime documentary, titled “The Life and Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson” which aired on June 2. The reality TV … Read more

‘The Simpsons’ showrunner slams fake image that ‘predicted’ Diddy’s downfall: ‘Digital misinformation’

‘The Simpsons’ showrunner slams fake image that ‘predicted’ Diddy’s downfall: ‘Digital misinformation’

“The Simpsons” did not predict the downfall of Diddy. Matt Selman, the showrunner of the hit animated series, clarified that a viral image of Sean “Diddy” Combs, 54, as a “Simpsons” character running from police is fake. The picture shows a cartoon Combs wearing a pink suit and matching sunglasses being chased by a group … Read more

Simpsons fans left shocked by Mr. Burns’ ‘awful’ voice in latest season

Simpsons fans left shocked by Mr. Burns’ ‘awful’ voice in latest season

Fans of The Simpsons have been left shocked by how the voice of Mr. Burns sounds in the latest season of the show. The FOX series has been running for more than three decades, and as a result much of the voice cast have gotten considerably older than when the first season aired. Mr.Burns hasn’t always been … Read more

‘The Simpsons’ producer was happy viewers were upset by Larry’s death

‘The Simpsons’ producer was happy viewers were upset by Larry’s death

Sorry, Larry! “The Simpsons” viewers were shocked when the series unexpectedly killed off Larry “The Barfly” Dalrymple. And now co-executive producer Tim Long is reacting to the aftermath. According to TMZ, Long and the creative team behind the long-running sitcom wanted Larry’s death to hit the audience hard. Despite him not having a major role, … Read more

‘The Simpsons’ killed off a 34-year-old character — and fans are shocked

‘The Simpsons’ killed off a 34-year-old character — and fans are shocked

There’s an empty barstool at Moe’s Tavern. Fox’s long-running sitcom “The Simpsons” killed off one of its familiar characters Sunday night — Larry the Barfly. Larry, who was often seated next to his friend Sam, was (a fictional) 42 years old. While casual fans might not know the balding man by name, Larry has had … Read more

‘Mind-blowing’ fact may explain truth about ‘The Simpsons’ characters

‘Mind-blowing’ fact may explain truth about ‘The Simpsons’ characters

The Simpsons has been around for an impressive 35 seasons, which means many of us have grown up on the much-loved American cartoon.  Despite spending many afternoons binge-watching the show, there is one little detail that some fans have only just started to wonder. Why in 35 years have any of the main characters not aged?  The … Read more

Before He Was Infamous, O.J. Simpson’s Acting Helped Make Him Famous

Before He Was Infamous, O.J. Simpson’s Acting Helped Make Him Famous

Before O.J. Simpson became synonymous with the sensational murder trial that riveted the nation in the mid-1990s, he was a football star turned Hollywood fixture who played roles as varied as an astronaut, a comic detective and a fake priest. His acting career began while he was still a star running back. As Simpson, who … Read more

Kyle Brandt posts three-second video on O.J. Simpson’s legacy: ‘Murderer’

Kyle Brandt posts three-second video on O.J. Simpson’s legacy: ‘Murderer’

Kyle Brandt was blunt in his reaction to the recent death of O.J. Simpson. The “Good Morning Football” co-host shared a three-second long video of himself on X with the caption, “Thoughts on OJ Simpson’s legacy…” and said: “Murderer.” Simpson — a Hall of Fame running back and actor, who was charged with the 1994 … Read more

OJ Simpson’s promising Hollywood career before sensational double murder trial

OJ Simpson’s promising Hollywood career before sensational double murder trial

OJ Simpson, who died Wednesday at the age of 76, had a varied career in Hollywood as an actor and a pitchman before his 1994 trial for double-murder in the deaths of ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend, Ronald Goldman. The handsome former Buffalo Bills star with the marquee good looks, nicknamed “The Juice,” … Read more

From football star to accused murderer: OJ Simpson’s life in photos

From football star to accused murderer: OJ Simpson’s life in photos

OJ Simpson had a record-breaking NFL career and Hollywood dreams before he was accused of and later acquitted in the murders of his ex-wife, Nicole Simpson, and her friend, Ron Goldman, in a court trial that captivated the nation. OJ Simpson, born as Orenthal James Simpson, was a star football player at the University of … Read more

How ‘The View’ reacted to OJ Simpson’s death: ‘Hope it gives peace to the family of the victims’

How ‘The View’ reacted to OJ Simpson’s death: ‘Hope it gives peace to the family of the victims’

That famous Bronco chase is in their view. On Thursday, news broke that OJ Simpson died at age 76 after a battle with prostate cancer.  He’s remembered for his past in the NFL and his stint in Hollywood – but, he’s most famous for his 1994 televised police chase in his white Bronco, and his … Read more

‘The Simpsons’ creator reveals why characters are yellow

‘The Simpsons’ creator reveals why characters are yellow

In all of our years binge-watching “The Simpsons” as young teens, never before have we thought too much about why the iconic characters are bright yellow. Until now.  According to the much-loved US animation’s creator, Matt Groening, there is a good reason why Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa and Maggie (and every other character on the show for … Read more

‘The Simpsons’ predicted disastrous ‘Willy Wonka Experience’ 31 years ago, fans say: ‘Holy s–t’

‘The Simpsons’ predicted disastrous ‘Willy Wonka Experience’ 31 years ago, fans say: ‘Holy s–t’

“The Simpsons” may have foretold this epic event fudging. “Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Experience” has been mercilessly mocked after it failed to deliver on a promise to delight children with a recreation of Roald Dahl’s fictional candy factory. Photos from the Glasgow, Scotland soiree, which cost attendees $45 per person, have gone viral online, with viewers … Read more