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‘The Simpsons’ Responds to Apu Stereotype Controversy
‘The Simpsons’ Responds to Apu Stereotype Controversy
‘The Simpsons’ Responds to Apu Stereotype Controversy
It’s been months since comedian Hari Kondabolu laid out The Problem With Apu, and The Simpsons at last responds. A short aside from Sunday’s latest sees Lisa brushing off the stereotype controversy as “something that started decades ago and was applauded and inoffensive,” and unlikely to be changed.
Hank Azaria Says ‘Simpsons’ Considering Apu Changes After Documentary
Hank Azaria Says ‘Simpsons’ Considering Apu Changes After Documentary
Hank Azaria Says ‘Simpsons’ Considering Apu Changes After Documentary
Simpsons character Apu Nahasapeemapetilon has long-influenced stereotypes about people from India, so much so that comedian Hari Kondabolu made a full documentary about The Problem With Apu. Now, character voice Hank Azaria admits the controversy is “a lot to think about,” as well that producers have considered potential measures in response.
‘Simpsons’ Bosses Say Fired Composer Alf Clausen Still Has ‘Ongoing Role’
‘Simpsons’ Bosses Say Fired Composer Alf Clausen Still Has ‘Ongoing Role’
‘Simpsons’ Bosses Say Fired Composer Alf Clausen Still Has ‘Ongoing Role’
The Simpsons reached another milestone in its advanced age with the dismissal of 27-year composer Alf Clausen, but the series’ orchestral future has gotten even murkier. Representatives now claim the Emmy-winning Clausen will have an “ongoing role,” though his orchestra has apparently been dismissed.

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