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Harry Shearer quits "The Simpsons"

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Harry Shearer quits "The Simpsons"

Postby Rattrap96 » Thu May 14, 2015 1:48 pm

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The Simpsons loses the voice of Ned Flanders, Mr. Burns, and Principal Skinner as Harry Shearer quits
By Rich McCormick on May 14, 2015 01:30 am Email
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Harry Shearer, the voice of Ned Flanders, Mr. Burns, Principal Skinner, Otto, Smithers, and many more on The Simpsons, has apparently left the show. Shearer used Twitter to indicate that he wouldn't be returning in upcoming seasons of the long, long-running cartoon, suggesting that his desire to work on other projects was the reason for the decision. The actor quoted Simpsons writer and producer James L. Brooks' lawyer, who reportedly said that while the "show will go on, Harry will not be part of it."

Seasons 27 and 28 of The Simpsons are due to enter production soon, but earlier this week, it was reported that Shearer was delaying the process by holding out on signing his contract. It's not yet clear exactly why the show has parted ways with the actor — while Shearer says he wanted "the freedom to do other work," Simpsons voices have always appeared in other shows, movies, and projects. TMZ claims the move may have something to do with merchandising payments, but one thing's for sure: with his departure The Simpsons loses the voice behind some of its biggest, best, and most memorable characters. After a 26-year run, and stripped of one of its greatest voices, maybe it's time to put the poor thing down.
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Re: Harry Shearer quits "The Simpsons"

Postby Doctor Fate » Thu May 14, 2015 7:05 pm

This is so sad to hear this. I will miss his "voice" on the "The Simpsons" ... :cry:
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Re: Harry Shearer quits "The Simpsons"

Postby Idiot Savant » Thu May 14, 2015 7:51 pm

Wow...wonder what really went on for someone to leave this series after 26 years; must've been big
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Re: Harry Shearer quits "The Simpsons"

Postby packerbacker180 » Thu May 14, 2015 8:42 pm

Ay, ay, ay! No es Bueno! (yeah, I know that;s Hank Azaria's voice, but it fit).

I don't even watch the Simpsons much anymore. It hasn't been the same in at least a decade. I still watch the occasional episode, but nothing can compare to the episodes of the late 90's.
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Re: Harry Shearer quits "The Simpsons"

Postby Webslinger » Thu May 14, 2015 8:58 pm

Yeah I rarely find myself watching the Simpson's anymore as well. I mainly just watch Family Guy and American Dad now.
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