Harry Shearer leaves ‘The Simpsons’
Posted May 14, 2015 5:58 am.
Last Updated May 14, 2015 12:12 pm.
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The voice of some of the most iconic characters on “The Simpsons” took to Twitter to say he’s leaving the show.
Harry Shearer, 71, has been with the show for all 26 seasons, starting in 1989.
He provided the voices for neighbour Ned Flanders, Principal Skinner, Mr. Burns, his assistant Smithers, and many minor characters.
Altogether, he’s voiced more than 100 springfield citizens.
Shearer told CNN the dispute centers around his ability to continue doing outside work. Throughout his career Shearer has appeared in such films as This Is Spinal Tap, The Truman Show, Godzilla and For Your Consideration.
But CNN media critic Brian Stelter says we shouldn’t believe the headlines that say Shearer is already gone.
Stelter says what’s underway is a negotiation of sorts between Shearer and the show’s producers, and it’s suddenly spilled into public view.
When asked whether there’s a chance he will continue on the show, Shearer said “I think that’s a question better posed to them.”
With files from News Staff
