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Homer and Marge Simpson to go separate ways

It’s not the first time that the Simpsons have faced marital difficulties but this time it appears to be serious as it has emerged that Homer and Marge are to “legally separate” in the new series.

world

QUIRKY WORLD ... More money than sense – especially sixth sense

celebrity

Sideshow Bob to finally kill Bart

celebrity

SPOILERS: A Simpsons character passed away last night

news

Professor: Simpsons "the most mathematical TV show ever"

general

Simpsons to kill off 'terrific' character, but not 'iconic' one

Voice of Edna Krabappel dies

Marcia Wallace, the voice of teacher Edna Krabappel on The Simpsons, has died.

Sat, 26 Oct, 2013

Here’s who will be the next to die on The Simpsons

A major character is on the way out this season. Here are the odds on some fan favourites.

Thu, 03 Oct, 2013

Bieber set for role on 'The Simpsons'

Justin Bieber has landed a cameo role on 'The Simpsons'.

Thu, 23 Aug, 2012

Norton set for another 'Simpsons' role

Edward Norton is to return to 'The Simpsons'.

Mon, 13 Aug, 2012

Berry to present Oscar award on 'The Simpsons'

Halle Berry is to make a guest appearance in ‘The Simpsons’.

Thu, 10 Feb, 2011

Homer Simpson is a ‘true Catholic’, says Vatican paper

HOMER SIMPSON has debated with God on the merits of religion versus sport, been banished to hell and frolicked nude in the Garden of Eden.

Wed, 20 Oct, 2010

Homer is not a Catholic, insists 'Simpsons' producer

The producer of the Simpsons admitted today he was baffled after the Vatican declared that Homer and his son Bart were true Catholics.

Tue, 19 Oct, 2010

Banksy film inspired Simpsons sweatshop satire

A producer 'The Simpsons' who invited Banksy to create an opening sequence for the show hit on the idea after seeing the film he directed.

Tue, 12 Oct, 2010

Perry set for role in 'The Simpsons'

Katy Perry is to guest star in ‘The Simpsons’, it has emerged.

Mon, 27 Sep, 2010

Becks not famous enough for Springfield

David Beckham was refused a role in ‘The Simpsons’ because he wasn’t famous enough.g

Mon, 04 Jan, 2010

Coldplay set for Simpsons cameo

Coldplay are to make a guest appearance on ‘The Simpsons’.

Tue, 28 Jul, 2009

Blarney episode as Simpsons visit Ireland

The Simpsons will mark St Patrick’s Day today with a new episode of the animated comedy set in Ireland.

Tue, 17 Mar, 2009

Irish-themed ‘Simpsons’ episode to debut on Patrick’s Day

‘The Simpsons’ will be travelling to Ireland in an episode to be broadcast on St Patrick’s Day, Tuesday March 17, at 7.30pm, it has been announced.

Mon, 23 Feb, 2009

Animators behind comedy cartoon series 'The Simpsons' have been slammed for showing their support for US presidential candidate Barack Obama - and implying that the rival Republican party is involved in vote-rigging.

Mon, 03 Nov, 2008

The Simpson's wins ninth Animated Emmy

Animated comedy hit The Simpson's won the best animated programme at the Creative Arts Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Saturday - the ninth time it has been awarded the prize.

Mon, 21 Aug, 2006

Simpsons desperate for Kidman guest appearance

TV bosses on cartoon show The Simpsons are still hoping to persuade Australian actress Nicole Kidman to make an appearance on the show.

Sat, 01 Apr, 2006

Simpsons come to life

Animated TV show The Simpsons will come to life in a new series - with human lookalikes playing the dysfunctional family.

Sat, 25 Mar, 2006

Simpsons character to come out of the closet

Fans of hit cartoon The Simpsons are poised for big news - one of the show's long-time characters is set to reveal he's gay.

Wed, 28 Jul, 2004

Closet capers in Springfield

One of the veteran cartoon stars of The Simpsons is coming out of the closet.

Tue, 27 Jul, 2004

Homer kicks unknown Becks into touch

Doh! Soccer star David Beckham has been kicked into touch for a cameo role on The Simpsons – because he is not famous enough.

Fri, 11 Apr, 2003

Becks not famous enough for Simpsons

Doh! Soccer star David Beckham has been kicked into touch for a cameo role on The Simpsons – because he is not famous enough.

Thu, 10 Apr, 2003

Simpsons fans receive email from Homer

Fans of The Simpsons have received an email from Homer after his internet address appeared in a recent episode in the US.

Thu, 30 Jan, 2003

Homer Simpson is Canadian

Matt Groening claims Homer Simpson is Canadian.

Fri, 19 Jul, 2002

Simpsons set to parody Harry Potter

The Simpsons are to parody Harry Potter, Erin Brockovich and 2001: A Space Odyssey in their next series.

Wed, 15 Aug, 2001