Celebrity Reactions To “The Simpsons” Changing The Voice Actor For Dr. Hibbert

Some early reactions after the recent news of Harry Shearer was stepping down as the voice of Dr. Hibbert in favor of Kevin Michael Richardson. For starters, creator Matt Groening says that the makeup of The Simpsons was never to discriminate, but rather, was more of a convenience to have actors voice as many characters as possible. While he’s all for behind-the-scenes being more inclusive, he’s cognizant of the fact that no matter what he says, the fake internet goes berserk, causing PR department at networks to react. Welp, some of those reactions are starting to go the other way, here’s a slew of Tweets from verified handles who think The Simpsons made a wrong move here:

 

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how does this work though

Do they just remove all those characters from the show?

Maybe they do an episode where Dr. Hibbert gets hit in the throat with a frisbee and his voice changes? https://t.co/2CWn0V2kOo

— Tim Pool (@Timcast) February 23, 2021

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The whole point was that it was funny because it was satire and the character wasn’t supposed to be authentic and it was part of the meta-thing about how

You know what, maybe just end the show and get it over with. https://t.co/ihWJKlqGcT

— Tom Nichols (@RadioFreeTom) February 24, 2021

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Harry Shearer isn’t black.
In other news, Ellen Degeneres isn’t a fish named Dory and Leonardo DiCaprio didn’t drown on the Titanic in 1912. https://t.co/dX0ygJRJ3t

— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) February 22, 2021

In the meantime, check out this Junji Ito crossover with The Simpsons.

Synopsis:
The longest-running primetime scripted show in television history, THE SIMPSONS exploded into popular culture in 1990 and has remained one of the most groundbreaking and innovative entertainment franchises, recognizable throughout the world. HOMER (Dan Castellaneta), MARGE (Julie Kavner), BART (Nancy Cartwright), LISA (Yeardley Smith) and MAGGIE are instantly identifiable television icons. Rounding out this cast of characters are many beloved Springfield residents, including tavern proprietor MOE SZYSLAK (Hank Azaria) and nuclear power plant owner MR. BURNS (Harry Shearer). The Emmy Award-, Annie Award- and Peabody Award-winning animated comedy will begin its 32nd season this year and will celebrate a landmark 700 episodes this spring. Additional upcoming guest voice stars this season include Olivia Colman, Hannibal Buress, Ben Platt and Michael Palin.

THE SIMPSONS is a Gracie Films Production in association with 20th Television. James L. Brooks, Matt Groening and Al Jean are the executive producers. The Gracie Films Worldwide Brand Division develops and produces the licensed content for the series.