Troy McClure. Edna Krabappel. Apu Nahasapeemapetilon. Bleeding Gums Murphy. Marvin Monroe. Lionel Hutz. Over the years, The Simpsons has had to say goodbye to several original characters for various reasons, including the passing of a voice actor, shifting cultural conversations, and evolving creative choices. But as of last Sunday, another familiar face headed to retirement.
After three decades of tank tops, endless beer promos, and irresponsible drinking, the scantily clad, booze-slinging Duffman (Hank Azaria) shouted his final “Oh yeah!” as the series officially shelved the character.
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