Following several complaints on social media, an executive producer from The Simpsons was forced to speak out and address the backlash to the decision to kill off a beloved character.
The Simpsons is the longest-running animated show still on television, and it is responsible for much of the cartoon deliciousness we enjoy today.
We probably wouldn’t have Family Guy, South Park, or Rick and Morty if The Simpsons hadn’t pushed the boundaries of what was allowed in 1989.
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Having said that, the renowned TV show is in its 36th season, and most people can’t say they watch it as much as they used to.
Despite this, the show sparked controversy on social media when it was revealed that a prominent character had been ‘killed off’.
And, before you ask, this was not a Tree House of Horror episode, but rather the season finale, Estranger Things.
The episode examines Bart and Lisa’s relationship over time, as Marge becomes concerned about them drifting apart after they stopped watching Itchy and Scratchy together.
It then flashes forward 35 years, where Lisa has a great profession and Bart manages an unlicensed retirement home.
The brother and sister talk about their ‘late mother’, implying that Marge died before her early 70s.
Lisa finally discovers a letter written by Marge that will be opened after she ‘goes on’. Lisa reunites with Bart and helps Homer escape Florida. Marge is then seen ascending to heaven with the assistance of The Beatles’ Ringo Starr.
Executive producer Matt Selmon is aware of the dissatisfaction caused by this move and spoke with Variety in an article published on June 26 to clarify.
He stated, “Obviously, because The Simpsons’ future episodes are all speculative fantasies, they will all be different every time.
“Marge will probably never be dead again. Marge is only deceased in one future episode, which aired six weeks ago.
Selmon even remarked that the uproar is still excellent advertising, demonstrating that viewers still care about the long-running show.
He said, “I believe this shows how much people care about Marge.
“At the end of the day, it’s probably good for business even when these ridiculous, misleading stories go viral!”
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