Internet shocked as 'The Simpsons' character killed off after 35 years
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The long-running animated sitcom "The Simpsons" unexpectedly said goodbye to a supporting character in its most recent episode, "Cremains of the Day."
Since the 1989 "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire" episode, Larry the Barfly had been a silent regular at Moe's Tavern, but he met his end. Voiced by the legendary Harry Shearer (Mr. Burns, Ned Flanders, Waylon Smithers), Larry's passing forces Homer and his regular Moe's crew to deal with their enigmatic peer's unexpected absence, NDTV reported.
According to The Independent, the episode—the 765th in the history of the show—even clarifies Larry's full name, Lawrence Dalrymple, which was previously unknown. Fans' condolences on social media convey a renewed sense of admiration for this little-known figure whose calm presence had a certain allure.
"Just learned they are killing off Larry on The Simpsons tomorrow," one person wrote. "I need a minute."
"I can't believe they killed off Larry Dalrymple on The Simpsons last night," another user wrote on X.
"One thing about the latest Simpsons episode is that all jokes aside, Larry The Barfly's life is really f***ing sad and tragic," the third person commented.
Other fans commented that they were unaware of Larry's name before this episode, with one person writing: "I'm over 30 and younger than 40..been watching The Simpsons all my life and just discovered the name of the guy that sits in the bar is named Larry."
Seasons three through nine are regarded by many viewers as the best of the programme ("Golden Era"). The show has been bringing back a few of these beloved characters and plots lately.
Even Jacques, the flirtatious bowling coach (voiced by Albert Brooks), from the first season of the show, made a return appearance last year.
