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¿The Simpsons,¿ the longest-running prime-time animated program in the United States, revolves around a five-member family and a vast assortment of its friends, relatives and other wacky Springfield residents. Matt Groening created parents Homer and Marge plus offspring Bart (rebellious, irreverent), Lisa (brainy, ethical) and baby Maggie (pacified, off-balance) for animated breaks within Fox¿s ¿The Tracey Ullman Show.¿ In 1989, the characters were spun off into a half-hour comedy for Fox.
¿The Simpsons,¿ the longest-running prime-time animated program in the United States, revolves around a five-member family and a vast assortment of its friends, relatives and other wacky Springfield residents. Matt Groening created parents Homer and Marge plus offspring Bart (rebellious, irreverent), Lisa (brainy, ethical) and baby Maggie (pacified, off-balance) for animated breaks within Fox¿s ¿The Tracey Ullman Show.¿ In 1989, the characters were spun off into a half-hour comedy for Fox.
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Robert Lopez of 'Book of Mormon' writes song for 'The Simpsons'
Over the years, "The Simpsons"on Fox has engaged a few Broadway talents in guest spots -- Stephen Sondheim, David Mamet and Mandy Patinkin all have put it vocal cameos. The series even paid tribute to Bob Fosse in a few episodes, with an obnoxious...
Tags: David Mamet, Comedy Central (tv network), Mandy Patinkin, Christianity, South Park (tv program)
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Usher will star in off-Broadway play for a day
Usher is making an onstage cameo -- this time off-Broadway. The Grammy winner will join the cast of "Fuerza Bruta: Look Up" for two performances on April 28 at New York's Daryl Roth Theatre. Usher will portray the lead role, "Running Man.” "Fuerza...
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Sugar seeks sweet revenge against competition from corn
They are the two bad boys of the American diet, linked to a variety of ailments including obesity, diabetes and tooth decay.
But now sugar is taking high fructose corn syrup to court in a landmark battle over which is the greater evil.
In a lawsuit that...Tags: Consumer Goods Industries, Laws, Lawyers, Diabetes, Overweight
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Quick Takes: The 'Simpsons' state
Matt Groening has been keeping a secret for more than 20 years, but he's finally broken his silence: He's revealed in which state Springfield, the setting for "The Simpsons," is located. The answer? Oregon. Not a total shock, considering that Groening...Tags: Robyn, Once Upon a Time in Anatolia (movie), Albert Hall, Desmond Tutu, David Cronenberg
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Matt Groening finally reveals Springfield's home state on 'The Simpsons'
Show TrackerMatt Groening has long kept the actual home state of "The Simpson's" Springfield vague. But in a new interview, Matt Groening reveals that the Simpsons' home city is based on Springfield, Ore.... -
Shepard Fairey, other street artists to appear on 'The Simpsons'
Culture Monster"The Simpsons": Shepard Fairey and fellow street artists Ron English, Kenny Scharf and Robbie Conal will enter that hallowed pantheon of guest stars on "The Simpsons" when they lend their voices (and likenesses) to the enduring Fox animated series.... -
'The Simpsons' at 500: Show runner talks angry Homer, Julian Assange
Show Tracker"The Simpsons" hits its 500th episode on Feb. 19 with guest voice Julian Assange. "The Simpsons" executive producer Al Jean has been with the series since the beginning. He talks about his 23 years with "The Simpsons."... -
'The Simpsons': Q&A with Matt Groening on reaching 500 episodes
Show Tracker"The Simpsons" aired its 500th episode Sunday, including a cameo from Wikileaks founder Julian Assange. A week earlier, L.A. Times TV critic Robert Lloyd sat down with "Simpsons" creator Matt Groening for an interview.... -
Hidden Hills estate leased by Britney Spears is back on market
The Hidden Hills estate that pop icon Britney Spears had been leasing for $25,000 a month is back on the market.
Ronald N. Tutor, chief executive of the construction firm Tutor Perini, is listing the equestrian-zoned property at $9.995 million.
In...Tags: Britney Spears, Khloe Kardashian, Celebrities, House (tv program), Real Estate
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Wait! Isn't that Marge Simpson behind that veil?
Opinion L.A.D'oh! I shouldn't have sent that Maggie Simpson doll to the orphanage in Tehran! The Associated Press is reporting that the Iranian government is banning the sale in Iran of Homer, Marge, Lisa and Maggie Simpson dolls. An official of...... -
Fox sets premiere dates for 'American Idol,' new Kiefer Sutherland drama
Show TrackerIf you prefer Jennifer Lopez sans a ridiculous Fiat commercial, you're in luck! Fox has unveiled its midseason schedule, with Lopez and her fellow "American Idol" judges returning with a two-night premiere starting Jan. 18. And in keeping with the...... -
Harry Morgan dies at 96; star of TV's 'MASH'
Emmy Award-winning actor Harry Morgan, who played the crusty yet sympathetic Col. Sherman T. Potter in the sitcom "MASH" and the hard-nosed LAPD Officer Bill Gannon in the television drama "Dragnet," died Wednesday. He was 96.
Morgan died at his home...Tags: Pneumonia, Dan Aykroyd, Glenn Miller, Drama (genre), Celebrities
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