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‘The Simpsons’ Infamous Poochie Episode Was Inspired By Real Life

The writers stole the story from reality.

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This Iconic Moment in the First ‘Simpsons’ Valentine’s Episode Was Based on a True Story

The episode “I Love Lisa” premiered in 1993.

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Before the New ‘Cape Fear,’ A Look Back on ‘The Simpsons’ Parody

Did you know that Bob’s inmate numbers have a meaning?

THE SIMPSONS: Homer’s enthusiasm skills land him a job at a secretive company with a mind-altering agenda in the “Seperance” episode of THE SIMPSONS airing Sunday, Jan. 4 (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX. THE SIMPSONS © 2026 by 20th Television.

After 30 Years on ‘The Simpsons,’ This Iconic Character Is Finally Calling It Quits

The character made his final appearance in a ‘Severance’ parody.

THE SIMPSONS, (from left): Maggie Simpson, Santa's Little Helper, Grandpa Abraham Simpson, Lisa Simpson, Homer Simpson, Marge Simpson, Bart Simpson, 'Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire', (Season 1, pilot episode/ep. 101, aired Dec. 17, 1989), 1989-

Why ‘The Simpsons’ Began with a Christmas Episode

The series wasn’t supposed to begin with a holiday episode.

THE SIMPSONS, Homer Simpson, Bart Simpson, (1990), 1989-.

What Critics Really Said When ‘The Simpsons’ First Aired

When the show premiered 36 years ago today, no one guessed how successful it would become.

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‘The Simpsons’ Star Dan Castellaneta Explains the Origins of Homer’s Famous ‘D’oh!’

How one of the most iconic TV catchphrases of all time was created.

THE SIMPSONS, The Simpsons, as The Addams Family, from left: Barney Gumble, as Uncle Fester, Bart Simpson, as Pugsley, Marge Simpson, as Morticia, Maggie Simpson, as Cousin Itt, Homer Simpson, as Gomez, Lisa Simpson, as Wednesday Addams, (1989-).

Why Matt Groening Thought Original ‘Simpsons’ Treehouse of Horror Was ‘Worst Thing’ Show Had Done

He also worried that it was “pretentious.”

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A Real-Life Simpsons House Was Built for a Contest & It Was a Complete Disaster

Want to live in a colorful cartoon castle in the suburbs of Las Vegas? Neither did the contest winner.

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The Iconic Voice Actor Behind Lisa Simpson Just Received an Unexpected Honor

The show is about to air its 37th season.

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What Happened to Officer Sindy Cahill on ‘CHiPs’ — And Brianne Leary, the Actress Who Played Her?

The character was introduced in the show’s second season, then vanished during its third.

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8 Things You Didn’t Know About ‘Saturday Night Live’ Star Phil Hartman

The ’90s comedy superstar got his start designing rock album covers.

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Which Beer Dominated ‘Bud Bowl’ in the 1990s?

Bottles of Budweiser took on bottles of Bud Light in this series of 1990s stop-motion Super Bowl commercials that attracted big-name sportscasters and former NFLers to call the action.

10 Pop Culture Snakes in TV & Film in Honor of the Year of the Snake

Check our top picks of the slithering reptile in honor of the Lunar New Year. Are you ssscared or do you love snakes?

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Rolling In The D’oh! The 12 Best Classic ‘Simpsons’ Episodes

‘Rosebud’ had 64 slices of American cheese, but ‘Football in the Groin’ had a football in the groin.

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How Jennifer Tilly’s Surprising Marriage Made Her Incredibly Rich

Tilly said “nobody knew” that her ex would make tons of money this way.

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‘The Simpsons’ Milhouse Voice Actor Retires After 35 Years

Pamela Hayden, who originated the voice of Bart’s bespectacled best pal Milhouse and other mainstay characters, is hanging it up.

A Look at the Most Beloved TV Families of All Time

These top TV families have had us glued to the tube for years!

Peter Frampton performing live circa 1975

Peter Frampton Is Still Coming Alive — Here’s What the ’70s Guitar God Is Doing Today

After some health setbacks, the “Baby, I Love Your Way” singer is back on the road.

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What Happened to Network Syndication of ‘Family Guy’ & ‘Bob’s Burgers’?

Both shows mysteriously dropped off air, so why?

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TV’s Top Dogs: The Most Beloved Canines on The Small Screen

In honor of National Dog Day, let’s celebrate some of the most beloved TV dogs.

The Greatest Show on Earth James Stewart, Emmett Kelly, 1952

Richard Nixon Proclaimed National Clown Week in 1971, Plus the Best Not So Scary Clowns in Pop Culture

Clown Week starts now.

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Remembering Bob Newhart’s 1996 Guest Appearance on ‘The Simpsons’

All of us have, uh… have learned from him. You know, that is, by being, uh, on television for… for… for… so many years.

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7 Pop Culture Auctions Coming Soon: The Beatles & Beach Boys to ‘The Sopranos’

Get your hands on some rare memorabilia for a collector at every price range.

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Guns N’ Roses Rocker Claims Simpsons’ Duff Beer is Named After Him

The show writer responds to Duff McKagan’s claim.

The Bad & The Bumbling Classic TV Dads We Still Love

From Homer to Herman we uncover some of the most unconventional TV Dads.

THE SIMPSONS, Homer Simpson (voice: Dan Castellaneta) (left), 'Cremains of the Day', (Season 35, ep. 3509, April 21, 2024).

‘The Simpsons’: Every Character Who Died on the Show

The death of background barfly Larry Dalrymple hit fans hard, and he’s far from the first ‘Simpsons’ character to go gentle into that good night.

Kathy Bates as Madeline 'Matty' Matlock in CBS' upcoming legal drama Matlock, inspired by the beloved 1986-95 Andy Griffith series.

Kathy Bates Is Leading a New ‘Matlock’ Series

In the legal drama inspired by the classic Andy Griffith-led series of the same name, Bates plays brilliant septuagenarian Madeline Matlock, who rejoins the workforce at a prestigious law firm and uses her unassuming demeanor and wily tactics to win cases.

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‘The Simpsons’ Killed Off Larry the Barfly and Fans Are Shocked

He’d been on the show for 34 years.

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Ultimate Trivia: TV Series Finales, Did Diane Return to ‘Cheers’?

Take our quiz and find out!