Fox’s hit animated series “The Simpsons” has aired for 36 seasons, which means viewers have had plenty of time to analyze and examine the show. Longtime fans have theories about everything, from Springfield existing in its own space-time bubble, to Maggie’s family supporting them financially, to the idea that they’re actually all geniuses. One particular theory trending on TikTok is that the family is black.
Technically, the producers never confirmed the Simpsons’ specific race, but most viewers assumed they were supposed to be white. However, black fans have been paying close attention over the years and have discovered some interesting cultural idiosyncrasies.
Douyin users Cocoa butter officialpointing out that Maggie has an afro, which is why her and her children’s hair is textured and grows upward. The clip also notes that Marge’s sisters, Patty and Thema, are “two black aunties who smoke cigarettes” and don’t like the way Homer treats their sisters.
We also have theories about Maggie’s hair, since we’ve seen her change her hair in flashbacks and special episodes, just like black women like to do. Additionally, Maggie’s way of suppressing a chaotic family gives black mothers energy.
at the same time, iamsakayele Thoughts were also given to Maggie’s hair, reminding everyone that she sleeps with her hat on. But the real evidence is found in the scene where she cuts off her children’s hair and stores it in a refrigerator. They thought this might indicate her Creole ancestry.
In the comments on the post, one person pointed to Maggie’s family as evidence, replying: “Her sisters? Her mom, yes they are black.” Another pointed to her original last name of Bouvier. ), wrote: “She had a French maiden name in Creole. “
Perhaps the most obvious example of this is the Season 21 episode “Yellow.” While working on a school project, Lisa discovers that her ancestor Eliza was trying to help runaway slave Virgil escape to the North. When the child failed, her mother Mabel took him to Canada where they married and started a family. They are actually descendants of The Simpsons. Obviously, it is a fact that they have black ancestors.
Here’s the thing, we’re talking about cartoon characters in a fantasy setting where ridiculous things are constantly happening. Honestly, The Simpsons can be anything you need it to be. So, if you need Homer to be secretly rich, or that it’s all a dream that happened in his head, or that the entire series is one giant time loop, that’s fine. The important thing to remember is that my understanding of Springfield and its residents doesn’t diminish your understanding, so there’s no need to be a more ardent fan just because we’re exploring a cool, interesting fan theory Keep attacking.
If this gets you in the mood for a rewatch, you can relive the series’ entire run on Disney+.
This story was originally published on our sister site The Root on Tuesday, November 1.
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