“Weird Al” and Buzz Aldrin to be immortalized as Simpsons action figures
For some detractors of latter-era Simpsons episodes—an ill-defined timeframe that now encompasses at least 15 seasons—one of the biggest hallmarks of the show’s decline has been its increased reliance on big-name guest stars. They believe that basing the show around cramming Tony Hawk into an episode makes it seem a lot cheaper and more desperate than it did when it was a groundbreaking comedy at the height of its strength. One the one hand, it’s an interesting argument that seems worthy of an elaborate thinkpiece, but on the other, that increased reliance on big-name guest stars has inspired Fox to create a new line of Simpsons action figures based on celebrities. Who cares about the quality of the show when there’s more stupid Simpsons bullshit to put on your desk?