Summary
- Harry Shearer, who voices multiple characters on “The Simpsons,” including Dr Hibbert, was replaced by a Black actor for the role.
- Shearer believes that the re-casting negatively affected the character, questioning the effectiveness of the new performance.
- The controversy over white actors voicing non-white characters on the show has led to several recasts, including the character of Carl Carlson.
- The decision to no longer have white actors voice non-white characters has been met with mixed reactions, with some supporting the move for diversity while others questioning the impact on character continuity.
