recasting

The Simpsons creator Matt Groening has spoken out about the show’s decision to  recast its non-white roles, following allegations of racial stereotyping in recent years. On Tuesday it was announced the character of Dr. Hibbert, voiced by white actor Harry Shearer, has been replaced by black actor Kevin Michael Richardson.  Cartoonist Matt, 67, said while … Read more

The Simpsons creator Matt Groening has spoken out about the show’s decision to  recast its non-white roles, following allegations of racial stereotyping in recent years. On Tuesday it was announced the character of Dr. Hibbert, voiced by white actor Harry Shearer, has been replaced by black actor Kevin Michael Richardson.  Cartoonist Matt, 67, said while … Read more