In a significant turn for the most iconic animated series on television, Duffman, the well-known spokesperson for Duff beer, has announced his definitive retirement in the episode titled Seperance, a play on words that parodies the Apple TV+ production, Severance. This announcement marks the end of nearly three decades of performances as the characteristic Duffman, the beloved character voiced by Hank Azaria, who has highlighted the physical challenges of the role due to its explosive nature and intense vocal requirements.
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During the episode, Barry, the man behind the Duffman disguise, informed the Simpson family that the corporation has decided to retire the character forever. Duff has permanently removed that figure, he explained, noting that traditional forms of advertising, such as corporate representatives and jingles, no longer resonate with new generations.
This retirement occurs in a context of changes within the series, which has also seen the departure of other characters, such as Alice Glick, after 34 years on screen. These farewells have led some fans to speculate about a possible conclusion to the series, which has been on the air for almost 40 years. It seems that the narrative of The Simpsons is preparing for more drastic and emotional twists in its story.
Despite these changes, the series plans to release a second movie in September 2027, so this twist does not seem to be related to the end of the series.