Harry Shearer, the voice of Mr Burns, quits The Simpsons after contract dispute
The IndependentSign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Harry Shearer, who voices characters including Mr. Burns, Ned Flanders, Principal Skinner and Waylon Smithers, will not return for season 27 and 28 of The Simpsons. Shearer had been with the cartoon since its Trace Ullman Show origins and was the last cast member to hold out in negotiations for seasons 27 and 28, with the rest all returning. Contract disputes have happened on the show before, with the cast striking script readings in 2004 before receiving pay increases, and taking a cut in 2011 following lengthy negotiations.
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