[127] Dan Castellaneta rendered it as a drawn out "d'ooooooh". He is voiced by Dan Castellaneta and first appeared on television, along with the rest of his family, in The Tracey Ullman Show short "Good Night" on April 19, 1987. Homer Jay Simpson is the bumbling husband of Marge, and father to Bart, Lisa and Maggie Simpson. "[114] Animation historian Jerry Beck described Homer as one of the best animated characters, saying, "you know someone like it, or you identify with (it). Simpson casts his ballot for the Republican in an online clip promoting “The Simpsons” new season, which starts on Sept. 30. [17] By coincidence or not, Homer's look bears a resemblance to the cartoon character Adamsson, created by Swedish cartoonist Oscar Jacobsson in 1920. The writers debated including this plot twist because it would contradict previous scenes in which Homer does read, but eventually they decided to keep the joke because they found it humorous. Naming the characters after members of his own family, Groening named Homer after his father, who himself had been named after the ancient Greek poet of the same name. [101] Various episodes in which Homer is strongly featured have won Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program, including "Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment" in 1991, "Lisa's Wedding" in 1995, "Homer's Phobia" in 1997, "Trash of the Titans" in 1998, "HOMR" in 2001, "Three Gays of the Condo" in 2003 and "Eternal Moonshine of the Simpson Mind" in 2008. is also included in The Oxford Dictionary of Quotations. He has appeared in every one of The Simpsons video games, including the most recent, The Simpsons Game. However, in the episode "American History X-cellent", Carl exclaims to Homer, "Homer, that's a $60,000 bottle of wine! In the first half of the series, the writers developed an explanation about how he got fired from the plant and was then rehired in every episode. According to an interview with Matt Groening, Homer has held 188 jobs in the first 400 episodes. [4] Each of his other jobs has lasted only one episode. When a surprise inspection of the nuclear power plant reveals that Homer is not qualified to do his job, he is forced to go to college. The episode features Homer forming a barbershop quartet called The Be Sharps; and, at some points, his singing voice is provided by a member of The Dapper Dans. [83] They were phased out after the producers "used every possible permutation". [81] In the 2001 episode "HOMR", Homer has the crayon removed, boosting his IQ to 105; although he bonds with Lisa, his newfound capacity for understanding and reason makes him unhappy, and he has the crayon reinserted. John Swartzwelder, who wrote 60 episodes, said he wrote for Homer as if he were "a big dog". "[57] Fans have dubbed this incarnation of the character "Jerkass Homer". occurred in the Ullman short "The Krusty the Clown Show"[128] (1989), and its first usage in the series was in the series premiere, "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire". [119] The stamps, designed by Matt Groening, were made available for purchase on May 7, 2009. He has appeared in other media relating to The Simpsons—including video games, The Simpsons Movie, The Simpsons Ride, commercials, and comic books—and inspired an entire line of merchandise. Groening had been called to pitch a series of shorts based on his comic strip Life in Hell but instead decided to create a new set of characters. Plow",[94] in 2004 for "Today I Am a Clown",[95] and in 2009 for "Father Knows Worst". [126], Homer's main and most famous catchphrase, the annoyed grunt "D'oh! Versatility is Key “It's not easy to juggle a pregnant wife and a troubled child, but somehow I managed to fit in eight hours of TV a day.” (He should know, he's had over 100 different jobs…) While the credits roll, Homer fails several times trying to repeat his line. Rate 5 stars Rate 4 stars Rate 3 stars Rate 2 … [142] In 2001, Kelloggs launched a brand of cereal called "Homer's Cinnamon Donut Cereal", which was available for a limited time. An annoyed family watching changes the channel to The Simpsons, where Homer—after stepping on a rake—exclaims, "D'oh!" 2019", "Matt Groening Reveals the Location of the Real Springfield", "The real people behind Homer Simpson and family", "Matt Groening; The Fun of Being Bart's Real Dad", "Groening's Bart Simpson an animated alter ego", "D'oh! [9], Due to the floating timeline, Homer's age has changed occasionally as the series developed; he was 34 in the early episodes,[7] 36 in season four,[10] 38 and 39 in season eight,[11] and 40 in the eighteenth season,[12] although even in those seasons his age is inconsistent. [117] In 2008, a defaced Spanish euro coin was found in Avilés, Spain with the face of Homer replacing the effigy of King Juan Carlos I. From CEO to mini-golf assistant: an analysis of Homer Simpson’s 100+ jobs Over the show’s 596-episode run, Homer has had at least 191 jobs. Also a source is the "Picture a Day..." spoof where the last few seconds show jobs and other types of Homer prior to the 400th episode. The British newspaper The Sunday Times described him as "The greatest comic creation of [modern] time". The remarkable connection between Apple’s Steve Jobs and Homer Simpson by Courtney Boyd Myers — Mar 16, 2011 in Apple The Cult of Mac has … Wikisimpsons has a Discord server! [66] He is very envious of his neighbors, Ned Flanders and his family, and is easily enraged by Bart. Friday's. As previously noted, he and Bart are the most at odds; but the two commonly share adventures and are sometimes allies, with some episodes (particularly in later seasons) showing that the pair have a strange respect for each other's cunning. [147][148] Homer also plays a role in The Simpsons Ride, launched in 2008 at Universal Studios Florida and Hollywood. [97] In 1993, Castellaneta was given a special Annie Award, "Outstanding Individual Achievement in the Field of Animation", for his work as Homer on The Simpsons. [138][143] In June 2009, Dutch automotive navigation systems manufacturer TomTom announced that Homer would be added to its downloadable GPS voice lineup. by Explode Plays Quiz Updated Mar 14, 2015 . And there are far more drastic consequences to Homer's stupidity. from "Homer Goes to College" (season five, 1993) which was a genuine mistake made by Castellaneta during recording. [149], Fictional character from The Simpsons franchise, Oakley, Bill; Weinstein, Josh; Johnson, Tim; Silverman, David; Mirkin, David; Cohen, David X. It doesn't seem like he is getting what he deserves as a Nuclear Safety Inspector. [103], Homer is an "everyman" and embodies several American stereotypes of working class blue-collar men: he is crude, overweight, incompetent, dim-witted, childish, clumsy and a borderline alcoholic. When the chips are down, he always does the right thing by his children—he is never unfaithful in spite of several opportunities. In the fifth season episode "Deep Space Homer," NASA attempts a new strategy to boost interest in the space program by sending up an average American citizen on the next space mission. Right before he goes to bed, Homer tells her, "You know, I’ve had a lot of jobs: boxer, mascot, astronaut, imitation Krusty, baby proofer, trucker, hippie, plow driver, food critic, conceptual artist, grease salesman, carny, mayor, drifter, bodyguard for the mayor, country western manager, garbage commissioner, mountain climber, farmer, inventor, Smithers, Poochie, celebrity assistant, power plant … Directed by Jim Reardon. At one point, his mouth would stretch out back "beyond his beardline"; but this was dropped when it got "out of control. [17][18][19] Very little else of Homer's character was based on him, and to prove that the meaning behind Homer's name was not significant, Groening later named his own son Homer. Homer Simpson made a cameo appearance in the episode, "Duckman and Cornfed in 'Haunted Society Plumbers", where Duckman and Cornfed try to recover a stolen jewel. ", "Bugs Bunny tops greatest cartoon characters list", "61st Primetime Emmy Awards Quick Search", "Legacy: 21st Annual Annie Award Nominees and Winners (1993)", "Don't have a cow! [31] When Groening originally designed Homer, he put his initials into the character's hairline and ear: the hairline resembled an 'M', and the right ear resembled a 'G'. [127] It is defined as an interjection "used to comment on an action perceived as foolish or stupid". "[22] Although Groening has stated in several interviews that Homer was named after his father, he also claimed in several 1990 interviews that a character in the 1939 Nathanael West novel The Day of the Locust was the inspiration for naming Homer. Homer and Lisa have opposite personalities and he usually overlooks Lisa's talents, but when made aware of his neglect, does everything he can to help her. [52], Executive producer Al Jean notes that in The Simpsons' writing room, "everyone loves writing for Homer", and many of his adventures are based on experiences of the writers. Hey, he’s not a very good … With Dan Castellaneta, Julie Kavner, Nancy Cartwright, Yeardley Smith. But Homer is a dad, and his boneheaded-ness is funnier. The show also occasionally implies Homer forgets he has a third child, Maggie; while the episode "And Maggie Makes Three" suggests she is the chief reason Homer took and remains at his regular job (season six, 1995). [98][99] In 2004, Castellaneta and Julie Kavner (the voice of Marge) won a Young Artist Award for "Most Popular Mom & Dad in a TV Series". [8] However, the episode "That '90s Show" (season 19, 2008) contradicted much of this backstory, portraying Homer and Marge as a twentysomething childless couple in the early 1990s. And we have ours in Homer Simpson. [130] In 2001, "D'oh!" Though given the plants less than stellar conditions this might be true for all other employees. The lesson is never try", from "Burns' Heir" (season five, 1994) as well as "Kids are the best, Apu. [40], Castellaneta's normal speaking voice does not bear any resemblance to Homer's. [146] Alongside the television series, Homer regularly appears in issues of Simpsons Comics, which were first published on November 29, 1993, and are still issued monthly. [2] During the second and third seasons of the half-hour show, Castellaneta "dropped the voice down"[38] and developed it as more versatile and humorous, allowing Homer a fuller range of emotions. This doesn't include gags where Homer actually just imagines what it would be like to take on a ridiculous idea. As patriarch of the eponymous family, Homer and his wife Marge have three children: Bart, Lisa and Maggie. In 2010, Entertainment Weekly named Homer "the greatest character of the last 20 years". [89][22][90] Homer was also the runaway winner in British polls that determined who viewers thought was the "greatest American"[91] and which fictional character people would like to see become the President of the United States. "[22], Homer's behavior has changed a number of times through the run of the series. [36] Because "Lisa's Wedding" (season six, 1995) is set fifteen years in the future, Homer's design was altered to make him older in the episode. Over the course of The Simpsons ‘ 596-episode run, Homer managed to work at least 191 jobs on top of his regular gig at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant (take that, first 7 jobs!) [54] In early seasons, Homer appeared concerned that his family was going to make him look bad; however, in later episodes he was less anxious about how he was perceived by others. [92] His relationship with Marge was included in TV Guide's list of "The Best TV Couples of All Time". Directed by Lance Kramer, Mike B. Anderson. That's really the key to a classic character. Mmm... ice cream. [62], The writers have made Homer's intelligence appear to decline over the years; they explain this was not done intentionally, but it was necessary to top previous jokes. Film/TV. Here is a sampling of Homer’s many jobs along with career info from real life. As currently depicted in the series, Homer's everyday clothing consists of a white shirt with short sleeves and open collar, blue pants, and gray shoes. [3] At the nuclear plant, Homer is often ignored and completely forgotten by his boss Mr. Burns, and he constantly falls asleep and neglects his duties. [81] Homer often debates with his own mind, expressed in voiceover. ", "Matt Groening, did you brain your damage? [94] In 2000, Homer and the rest of the Simpson family were awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame located at 7021 Hollywood Boulevard. Over the years, Homer has taught us many valuable lessons about finding and leading a successful career. [93], Dan Castellaneta has won several awards for voicing Homer, including four Primetime Emmy Awards for "Outstanding Voice-Over Performance" in 1992 for "Lisa's Pony", 1993 for "Mr. [35] During the first three seasons, Homer's design for some close-up shots included small lines which were meant to be eyebrows. During the voice recording session for a Tracey Ullman Show short, Homer was required to utter what was written in the script as an "annoyed grunt". ", "The life and times of Homer J.(Vol. Top 10 Jobs that Homer Simpson has had in The Simpsons other then at the Nuclear Power Plant. As the family's provider, he works at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant as safety inspector. Homer's hair evolved to be consistently pointed. We might find an ice cream truck! Here is a sampling of Homer’s many jobs … Groening decided that this would be too distracting and redesigned the ear to look normal. The Homer Book, about Homer's personality and attributes, was released in 2004 and is commercially available. According to interview with Matt Groening, Homer has had 188 jobs in the first 400 episodes. [64], The comic efficacy of Homer's personality lies in his frequent bouts of bumbling stupidity, laziness and his explosive anger. And, you know, has good dog qualities, too. His mind has even become completely frustrated and, through sound effects, walked out on Homer. $pringfield (Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Legalized Gambling), Ice Cream of Margie (with the Light Blue Hair), The Mook, the Chef, the Wife and Her Homer, Springfield Juvenile Correctional Facility, https://simpsonswiki.com/w/index.php?title=List_of_Homer%27s_jobs&oldid=943653. [110], In Gilligan Unbound, author Paul Arthur Cantor states that he believes Homer's devotion to his family has added to the popularity of the character. Homer is one of the most influential characters in the history of television, and is widely considered to be an American cultural icon. — and he was an utter failure at almost all of them. [116] In 2007, an image of Homer was painted next to the Cerne Abbas Giant in Dorset, England as part of a promotion for The Simpsons Movie. These qualities might not make Homer an admirable person, but they do make him admirable in some ways, and, more importantly, makes us crave him and the Homer Simpsons of this world. [48] The issue was resolved a month later,[49] and Castellaneta earned $250,000 per episode. At some point in his childhood, Homer began drinking alcohol, and accidentally caused a traffic jam in his Playschool car. [33] During the shorts, the animators experimented with the way Homer would move his mouth when talking. He spends a great deal of his time at Moe's Tavern with his lifelong friends Barney, Carl, Lenny, and bartender Moe. Earlier this week, Wired posted a deep dive on YouTube into every single job Homer Simpson has ever undertaken over the course of the The Simpsons’ 31-and-counting seasons. Apr 3, 2013 - What jobs has Homer Simpson held? [125], Homer has also been cited in the scientific literature, in relation to low intelligence or cognitive abilities. Their singing was intermixed with the normal voice actors' voices, often with a regular voice actor singing the melody and the Dapper Dans providing backup. Scarecrows are used across the world by farmers, and are a notable symbol of farms and the countryside in popular culture. [48] However, the dispute was soon resolved and he received $125,000 per episode until 2004 when the voice actors demanded that they be paid $360,000 an episode. [15] The remainder of the award show was then broadcast without a host.[16]. [27] In 1989, the shorts were adapted into The Simpsons, a half-hour series airing on the Fox Broadcasting Company. [58][59][60] At voice recording sessions, Castellaneta has rejected material written in the script that portrayed Homer as being too mean. [35], In the season seven (1995) episode "Treehouse of Horror VI", Homer was computer animated into a three-dimensional character for the first time for the "Homer3" segment of the episode. [118], On April 9, 2009, the United States Postal Service unveiled a series of five 44-cent stamps featuring Homer and the four other members of the Simpson family. Homer Simpson getting a new job has been one of the most common recurring plotlines on The Simpsons over the years. [41] To perform Homer's voice, Castellaneta lowers his chin to his chest[39] and is said to "let his I.Q. According to Groening, the rule was that Homer could only strangle Bart impulsively, never with premeditation,[67] because doing so "seems sadistic. in a cartoonish manner. "[61] When editing The Simpsons Movie, several scenes were changed to make Homer more sympathetic. We wanted Bart to do anything up to the point of him being tried in court as a dad. While most of us know Homer J. Simpson as a Nuclear Safety Inspector that works for Mr. Burns, Homer's career path on 'The Simpsons' is far … So, even though he impulsively wants to strangle Bart, he also gives up fairly easily. Homer Jay Simpson is a fictional character and one of the main protagonists of the American animated sitcom The Simpsons. "[39] In his book Planet Simpson, author Chris Turner describes Homer as "the most American of the Simpsons" and believes that while the other Simpson family members could be changed to other nationalities, Homer is "pure American". When Homer was seven, Mona went into hiding followi… [124], On February 28, 1999, Homer Simpson was made an honorary member of the Junior Common Room of Worcester College, Oxford. [44], "Homer's Barbershop Quartet" (season five, 1993) is the only episode where Homer's voice was provided by someone other than Castellaneta. Baseball Mascot (“Dancin’ Homer”) This was Homer’s first real venture into a job outside the nuclear … His position is called safety inspector, although he doesn’t take it too seriously. [20][21] According to Groening, "Homer originated with my goal to both amuse my real father, and just annoy him a little bit. : The Voice of Homer Is Deceivingly Deadpan", "He's Homer, but This Odyssey Is His Own", "Voice of Homer Simpson leads his own, simple life", "The Simpsons: Who turned America's Best TV Show into a Cartoon? Homer and Ned go into business together as bounty hunters, and Marge takes a job at an erotic bakery. [131] The definition of the word is "expressing frustration at the realization that things have turned out badly or not as planned, or that one has just said or done something foolish". [30] Homer's physical features are generally not used in other characters; for example, in the later seasons, no characters other than Homer, Grampa Simpson, Lenny Leonard, and Krusty the Clown have a similar beard line. [50] After salary re-negotiations in 2008, the voice actors receive approximately $400,000 per episode. Voices were needed for the Simpsons shorts, so the producers decided to ask Castellaneta and fellow cast member Julie Kavner to voice Homer and Marge rather than hire more actors. "[34] In some early episodes, Homer's hair was rounded rather than sharply pointed because animation director Wes Archer felt it should look disheveled. It's easy, free, and your work on the wiki can be attributed to you. They are the first characters from a television series to receive this recognition while the show is still in production. The article remarked, "every age needs its great, consoling failure, its lovable, pretension-free mediocrity. and Bart replies, "¡Ay, caramba!" He named the character after his father, Homer Groening. [37], Homer's voice is performed by Dan Castellaneta, who voices numerous other characters, including Grampa Simpson, Krusty the Clown, Barney Gumble, Groundskeeper Willie, Mayor Quimby and Hans Moleman. Despite the suburban blue-collar routine of his life, he has had a number of remarkable experiences, including going to space, climbing the tallest mountain in Springfield by himself, fighting former President George H. W. Bush and winning a Grammy Award as a member of a barbershop quartet. He continually fails at being a good father, but he never gives up trying, and in some basic and important sense that makes him a good father. [36] In the final minute of the segment, the 3D Homer ends up in a real world, live-action Los Angeles. Homer was created and designed by cartoonist Matt Groening while he was waiting in the lobby of James L. Brooks' office. [63] For example, in "When You Dish Upon a Star", (season 10, 1998) the writers included a scene where Homer admits that he cannot read. The entire Simpson family was designed so that they would be recognizable in silhouette. Here's Homer Simpson's Resume! The writers often debate how far to go in portraying Homer's stupidity; one suggested rule is that "he can never forget his own name". Homer was created and designed by cartoonist Matt Groening while he was waiting in the lobby of James L. Brooks' office. ", has been included in The New Oxford Dictionary of English since 1998 and the Oxford English Dictionary since 2001. Matt Groening felt that it would better suit the timing of animation if it were spoken faster. Homer may be the first poet of Western literature, but he offers us a masterful tutorial in the art of using flashbacks, unintended consequences, incognito characters and mistaken identity. I think, loyalty, friendliness, and just kind of continuous optimism. According to Matt Groening, this was because "With Homer, there's just a wider range of jokes you can do. Homer will often strangle Bart on impulse upon Bart angering him (and can also be seen saying one of his catchphrases, "Why you little!") He has everything wrong with him, every comedy trope. ", is typically uttered when he injures himself, realizes that he has done something stupid, or when something bad has happened or is about to happen to him. However, he still draws the ear as a 'G' when he draws pictures of Homer for fans. Click here for your invite! 2 . Reiss felt this was insightful, saying: "Homer is just pure emotion, no long-term memory, everything is instant gratification. He is heavier; one of the hairs on top of his head was removed; and an extra line was placed under the eye. In 2004, Homer starred in a MasterCard Priceless commercial that aired during Super Bowl XXXVIII. go". He has a low intelligence level and is described by director David Silverman as "creatively brilliant in his stupidity". 1 Overview 2 Origins 3 Creation 4 Character Evolution 5 Major Story Arcs 5.1 The Simpsons Movie 6 Weapons & Equipment 7 Powers & Abilities 8 Jobs The Simpson’s live in a floating time line, which means the characters do not age. A 2010 study from the Emory university showed that the RGS14 gene appeared to be impairing the development of cognitive abilities in mice (or, rather, that mice with a disabled RGS14 gene improved their cognitive abilities), prompting the authors to dub it the "Homer Simpson gene". In 2000, Homer and his family were awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. I'm drinking my salary!" Dan Castellaneta was the guest star voice for this episode. [105] In the book God in the Details: American Religion in Popular Culture, the authors comment that "Homer's progress (or lack thereof) reveals a character who can do the right thing, if accidentally or begrudgingly. [85] He was placed second on TV Guide's 2002 Top 50 Greatest Cartoon Characters, behind Bugs Bunny;[86] fifth on Bravo's 100 Greatest TV Characters, one of only four cartoon characters on that list;[87] and first in a Channel 4 poll of the greatest television characters of all time. Make an account! The voice began as a loose impression of Walter Matthau, but Castellaneta could not "get enough power behind that voice",[39] or sustain his Matthau impression for the nine- to ten-hour-long recording sessions, and had to find something easier. 1 . [65] Homer also shows immense apathy towards work, is overweight, and "is devoted to his stomach". In the episode, "Dial M for Mother", Homer and Bart made a brief appearance. And they practically raise themselves, what with the Internet and all", from "Eight Misbehavin'" (season 11, 1999). However, he is fundamentally a good man and is staunchly protective of his family, especially when they need him the most. He was raised on the Simpson farm by his parents until they were forced to move out due to Homer scaring the cows by jumping out of a bale of hay and scaring them into giving sour milk, causing the bank to foreclose it. [1] In the fourth season episode "Duffless", Homer's drivers license shows his birthdate of being May 12, 1956,[13] which would have made him 36 years old at the time of the episode. [47], Until 1998, Castellaneta was paid $30,000 per episode. Castellaneta had been part of the regular cast of The Tracey Ullman Show and had previously done some voice-over work in Chicago alongside his wife Deb Lacusta. They’ve ranged from … Homer and the Simpson family remained the main characters on this new show.[28]. In the episode "Much Apu About Nothing", Homer's paycheck is revealed to the world when he looks at the check and sees his pay is "drastically" short. [82] These exchanges were often introduced because they filled time and were easy for the animators to work on. [73], Homer is "a (happy) slave to his various appetites". [83], Producer Mike Reiss said Homer was his favorite Simpsons character to write: "Homer's just a comedy writer's dream. [65], Homer has complex relationships with his family. A scarecrow is a decoy or mannequin, often in the shape of a human.Humanoid scarecrows are usually dressed in old clothes and placed in open fields to discourage birds from disturbing and feeding on recently cast seed and growing crops. [132] In 2006, "D'oh!" Raja Halwani writes that Homer's "love of life" is an admirable character trait, "for many people are tempted to see in Homer nothing but buffoonery and immorality. They believe there is a ghost involved, who at the end happens to be Homer. "[128] The first intentional use of D'oh! 2 . [42] While in this state, he has ad-libbed several of Homer's least intelligent comments,[42] such as the line "S-M-R-T; I mean, S-M-A-R-T!" "[106] The book The Simpsons and Philosophy: The D'oh! You can teach them to hate the things you hate. [65] Homer often spends his evenings drinking Duff Beer at Moe's Tavern, and was shown in the episode "Duffless" (season four, 1993) as a full-blown alcoholic. [120][121], Homer has appeared, voiced by Castellaneta, in several other television shows, including the sixth season of American Idol where he opened the show;[122] The Tonight Show with Jay Leno where he performed a special animated opening monologue for the July 24, 2007, edition;[123] and the 2008 fundraising television special Stand Up to Cancer where he was shown having a colonoscopy. [1] "Mother Simpson" (season seven, 1995) depicts Homer's mother, Mona, as a radical who went into hiding in 1969 following a run-in with the law;[6] "The Way We Was" (season two, 1991) shows Homer falling in love with Marge Bouvier as a senior at Springfield High School in 1974;[7] and "I Married Marge" (season three, 1991) implies that Marge became pregnant with Bart in 1980. [1] Matt Groening describes him as "completely ruled by his impulses". [141] Homer has appeared in commercials for Coke, 1-800-COLLECT, Burger King, Butterfinger, C.C. "'Homer at the Beach' is the largest exhibition that the Cape Ann Museum has mounted to date and as such is an illustration of what is possible as the museum moves forward," he said. [65] His short attention span is evidenced by his impulsive decisions to engage in various hobbies and enterprises, only to "change ... his mind when things go badly". 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