Fox’s long-running animated series “The Simpsons” has sparked a new controversy on social media platform TikTok. While the producers have never officially confirmed the specific race of the Simpsons, many assume they are meant to be white. However, some Black fans have been analyzing the show closely and have come up with interesting theories regarding the family’s cultural identity.
One TikTok user, cocoabutterofficial, pointed out that Marge’s hairstyle resembles an afro, with textured hair that grows upward. They also highlighted Marge’s sisters, Patty and Sema, as “two cigarette smoking Black aunties” who disapprove of the way Homer treats their younger sister. Additionally, theories about Marge’s hair transformations in flashbacks and special episodes have been compared to Black women’s styling choices. The way Marge manages her chaotic family has even been described as having “Black mom energy.”
Another TikTok user, iamthekayelle, noted Marge’s habit of wearing bonnets to bed and saving her children’s hair in the freezer as potential clues to her creole origins. The comments section of the post further discusses Marge’s family members, pointing to her sisters and original last name, Bouvier, as evidence of her Black heritage.
The most compelling evidence of the Simpsons having a Black ancestor comes from a Season 21 episode titled “The Color Yellow.” In this episode, Lisa discovers that her ancestor Eliza helped a runaway slave named Virgil escape to Canada, where they married and started a family. These ancestors are said to be the actual Simpsons that the family is descended from.
It’s important to remember that “The Simpsons” is a cartoon set in a fictional world where anything can happen. The characters can be interpreted in different ways, depending on the viewer’s perspective. Whether you believe in the theory of the Simpsons being Black or not, the show remains a beloved classic for fans of all backgrounds to enjoy.
If this discussion has reignited your interest in the series, you can watch all the episodes on Disney+. Remember, at the end of the day, it’s all about having fun exploring these intriguing fan theories without diminishing anyone else’s enjoyment of the show.
