Top 50 Simpsons Characters Countdown Results

[Stu]

23: Apu

In the wonderful world of the Simpsons, stereotypes run amok like no other (just look at No. 24). Perhaps the most notorious of them all is Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, Jr, the Indian immigrant who runs the local convenience store, the Kwik 'E Mart. It is a job he is very dedicated to and rarely leaves. His most common line, one associated with his job, is "Thank you, come again." A lack of continuity occasionally rears its ugly head, and Apu is portrayed as a lazy worker who either overprices items or sells products that are dirty or well past their expiration date.

Over the years, his character branched out and Apu was involved in storylines that had nothing to do with the Kwik 'E Mart. These included his time with the "B'Sharps" and as a member of Homer's bowling team, the "Pin Pals." He also once joined Homer's vigilante group as well as the navy.

In a form of character tweaking almost as heinous as Barney's sobriety, Apu later married Manjula. Together, they had octuplets. Together, they worship the Hindu Gods, Shiva, Ganesha and Vishnu.

Random note: Apu has a PhD in computer science from CalTech - the Calcutta Institute of Technology.

[Stu]

22: Principal Skinner

If anyone wanted to find the most notorious, most blatant, most traumatizing example of a lack of continuity and character tweaking, look no further than Springfield Elementary School Principal Seymour Skinner.

In the beginning, Skinner was simply known as the typical elementary school principal who played the foil to its favorite troublemaker, Bart Simpson. Other details about Skinner would eventually follow, such as his stint in Vietnam with the United States Army and the fact he lived at home with his mom, Agnes Skinner. Throw in his developing relationship with Edna Krabapple, and we possibly had one of the most developed characters on the entire show.

But then Seymour Skinner showed up. Not the principal we all knew and loved, but the REAL Seymour Skinner. It turned out that the principal's real name was Arman Tamzarian. He was a troubled orphan until he joined the Army and was befriended by Sgt. Skinner, whom he looked up to as a father figure. The sergeant was thought dead and Tamzarian assumed his role, going so far as to move in with the real Skinner's mother.

Judge Snyder granted Tamzarian Skinner's "name, past, present, future, and mother and decreed no one would mention his true identity again under penalty of torture. The city then tied the real Skinner to a chair and shipped him off by way of railroad.

Random note: Principal Skinner once dated Patty Bouvier and proposed to her. She declined his offer.

[Stu]

21: Abraham "Grandpa" Simpson

Anytime a random, senile old man is needed for a throwaway gag, Grandpa is your guy. Anytime you want an explanation as to why Homer grew up the way he did, Grandpa is your guy. Anytime you want to know the latest news on Matlock, Grandpa is your guy.

Abraham Simpson is a sad, miserable old man. Of course that's likely because he's stuck at the Springfield Retirement Community and his family, including son Homer, rarely visits. He carrys the typical traits of a man his age: The once powerful war hero who didn't care much for his son and now leaves a lonely life. Of course, that all doesn't count the few times he really doesn't want to see his son and family.

Despite his miserable life, Abe Simpson was quite the ladies man. In addition to Homer, he was responsible for the birth of Herb Powell to a carnival worker and Abbie to a former British girlfriend. While living in the retirement community, he's enjoyed relationships with Beatrice Simmons, Zelda, Grandma Bouvier and even Selma Bouvier.

He was also married to Homer's mother, Mona, who joined a hippy group and is currently on the run from the law.

Random note: Abe Simpson's best friend is Jasper, a fellow retirement community resident who has a wooden leg.

[Stu]

And that's all she wrote for tonight folks. We are now about to enter your Top 20 Favorite Simpsons Characters. Who will they be? Well, here are some hints:

- Charlie Haas? Bradshaw?
- Oh no, Beta.
- Oohhh, yeah!
- Thanks for this memory Robert Goulet.
- And yes, Mr. Goulet, your manager did say that.

RIP Robert Goulet. You will be missed.

[Cranjis McBasketball]

Lenny
Snake
Macho Man.....or maybe Duff Man
Milhouse?
Nelson

[The Missing Manic]

Come on Sideshow Bob u can win it!!!!!

[I Graduated Warrior University]

babyelian said:

Come on Sideshow Bob u can win it!!!!!

*SPOILER ALERT*
It's gonna be Ralph. Not that that's a bad thing...

[Push R Truth]

DUFF MAN ... can't breath!

[fuzzywarble, squat cobbler]

stephsdemonchild said:

babyelian said:

Come on Sideshow Bob u can win it!!!!!

*SPOILER ALERT*
It's gonna be Ralph. Not that that's a bad thing...

if ralph wins we riot

[Stu]

20: Duffman

Take a look into the Simpsons' fridge and you may find a can of Duff Beer. Visit Moe's Tavern and you may spot everyone drinking Duff Beer. Take a drive around Springfield and you may come across the Duff Brewery. During any one of those moments, if you're lucky, you'll be visited by the brand's spokesman and mascot, Duffman.

Dressed like a superhero, Duffman speaks in third person and very smoothly and enthusiastically. Most of his lines end with him saying "Oh Yeah" and giving a hip thrust. He also carries a utility belt complete with cans of Duff Beer.

Newsweek once reported that Duffman had died of liver failure, but as the spokesman put it, "Duffman can never die; only the actors who play him." Thus, throughout the character's history, the guy portraying Duffman has been identified as Barry, Larry, Joel and Sid.

Random note: If you send 10,000 bottle labels to the Duff company, you too can be visited by Duffman.

[Stu]

19: Snake

When he first arrived in Springfield, Snake was a successful archaeologist looking to settle down with his newfound fortune. But once Moe stole his gold coins, Snake decided to resort to crime and become the thief we've known him to be.

Snake can always be counted on to play the role of a cellmate whenever someone gets sent to jail or when a robbery needs to occur at the Kwik 'E Mart. Thus, he's had numerous encounters with the likes of Apu, Sideshow Bob, Mayor Quimby and Chief Wiggum.

He speaks with a "Valley Boy" accent, mixed with a hint of posh, educated English that belies his criminal status, and keeps a pack of cigarettes rolled up in his sleeve. He also has a tendency to overuse adverbs, particularly "like", "totally" and "really", in places where they are not warranted.

Snake attended Middelbury College and was still paying off student loans at the time he first appeared.

Random note: Snake refers to his car as "Lil Bandit."

[Stu]

18: Milhouse

Every main character has a best friend or sidekick, and if we're discussing elementary or high school students, said friend is often a nerd. When it comes to the Simpsons, we were introduced to Milhouse a long time ago when he appeared in a Butterfinger commercial with Bart. Since then, we would learn all about his devotion to the Simpson boy, as well as his tendency to be bullied by the likes of Nelson and Jimbo.

Milhouse is the only child of Kirk and Luann Van Houten, who were divorced but have since reconciled. He looks exactly like his parents, having blue hair, a big nose and thick glasses, leading to people speculating if his parents are related. After all, his mom is from Shelbyville, and people over there marry their own cousins.

Milhouse has had a long-standing crush on Lisa Simpson, much to her chagrin. Looks into the future have uncovered the two would eventually be romantically linked, only for Lisa to turn down a marriage proposal.

Milhouse is fluent in Italian due to visiting his English-language-hating grandmother Sofia in Tuscany for two weeks every year. Because of his grandmother's beatings, Milhouse learned Italian and started to wet his bed. He is allergic to honey, wheat, dairy, non-dairy and even his own tears. He also says real milk can kill him.

Random note: According to Springfield Elementary's guidance councelor's files, Milhouse is allegedly gay.

[Jedi-El of Tomorrow]

jguy4life said:

Random note: According to Springfield Elementary's guidance councelor's files, Milhouse is allegedly gay.

He was also wanted by the FBI.

[Bobeddy]

Ah Milhouse, the boy who introduced us to the wonder of Vaseline on toast.

[Stu]

17: Nelson

Jimbo, Dolph and Kearny are the resident school bullies roaming around Springfield Elementary. They're a tight-knit group that never hesitates to lay down a beating. They are occasionally joined by the school's number one bully who doesn't exactly fit their molding on a regular basis, as he seems to be a bully with a heart.

Nelson was first introduced to the world as Bart's tormentor. But as the series progressed, he became romantically involved with Lisa, took up an unofficial role as Bart's enforcer and revealed he had a father he loved despite seemingly abandoning him and his mother. It turned out his father had an allergic reaction that caused him to mumble and speak unclearly, leading him to be picked up by a traveling circus and put on display as a sideshow freak.

Nelson is most known for his laugh, which goes "Hah Hah." The moment anyone experiences a bout of misfortune, he can show up instantaneously and let out his trademark laugh. One time he conveniently had an outerbody experience in order to laugh at Bart from a distance.

Random note: Despite his tough-guy image, Nelson is a fan of Andy Williams, Snow White and Huckleberries.

[fuzzywarble, squat cobbler]

Yes! Milhouse!

[Stu]

16: Lenny Leonard

Another member of Homer's inner circle, Lenny is the yin to Carl's yang and apparently loved by all, including the Simpson family. He works at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant and although it doesn't appear so, he has a master's degree in nuclear physics.

When it comes to Lenny, the biggest mystery revolves around his relationship with Carl. Initially shown to be close friends, their relationship has grown ambiguous and it is unclear if they are more than just buddies. In fact, when Lenny thinks of heaven, he envisions it being occupied by no one but Carl.

Although, a recent episode involved Marge building a popsicle stick sculpture of the pair, which resulted in the following exchange:

Lenny: "I don't know where Carl ends and I begin!"
Carl: "See, statements like that are why people think we're gay"

Thus, whether they truly are gay or are just good friends remains to be seen.

Random note: Lenny has a very sensitive eye and can't get things into it.

[Stu]

Okay, that's it for now. I'll be back later this evening after work with more characters. With that, I give you hints.

- Dr. No has nothing on this guy.
- Of course we remember you.
- He's like a peanut.
- He probably owes the Simpsons a lot of free pizzas.
- The entire world saw the moment his heart ripped in half.

[Bobeddy]

-Hank Scorpio
-Can't think of anyone off-hand
-Hans Moleman
-Lionel Hutz
-Ralph

[Sajoa Moe]

I think the second is Troy McClure.

You may remember him from such threads as "Top 50 Simpsons Characters Countdown" and "Your Favorite Simpsons Character".