“The Simpsons” Get An Emmy Nomination & A New Legal Filing Within ~24 Hours

The Simpsons have had a busy week, haven’t they? Most of it good news, for example, the return date/time on FOX, the crossover with VANS on the way, Comic-Con, and now a couple of Emmy nominations (more on that later).

But, where there’s good news, there’s also the continuing story revolving around former composer for The Simpsons, Alf Clausen, filing suit against Disney, the producers of The Simpsons, and FOX Entertainment for wrongful termination on the basis of ageism. In his most recent filing, Alf claims that the defendants are “full of lies and deceit” following the producers noting that the firing of Alf was legit due to the fact that his musical production skills were not living up to contemporary trends with further proof coming in the form of Alf sub-letting work to his son. Alf claims he wasn’t notified of his lack of skill-set, and notes that he’s produced music spanning numerous genres over the course of his 27-year tenure with The Simpsons.

A response is expected early next month, with possible expected delays on any resolution due to COVID-19. More as it develops.

[h/t: Deadline]

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.

THE SIMPSONS is a Gracie Films Production in association with 20th Century Fox 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.