Hidden sign The Simpsons secretly killed another iconic character Marge is ‘killed off’
Simpsons Fans Spot Hidden Clue About Another Character's Fate in Emotional Finale
Fans of The Simpsons were heartbroken by the recent season 36 finale, which appeared to confirm the death of one of the show’s most iconic characters—Marge Simpson. In a flash-forward scene, viewers watched as Bart, Lisa, and Maggie attended their mother's funeral, leaving many fans shocked by the suggestion that Marge may not be part of Springfield’s future.
The long-running series, which first aired in 1989, has seen many fan-favourite characters exit over the years—from Bleeding Gums Murphy and Maude Flanders in earlier seasons to more recent losses like Fat Tony and Edna Krabappel. Changes in voice actors have also affected characters like Milhouse Van Houten, reminding fans of the show's real-world challenges.
But the latest episode, titled Estranger Things, may have quietly revealed the fate of another well-known character. Sharp-eyed viewers noticed a second gravestone during the funeral scene—this one belonging to Moe Szyslak, the gruff bartender who has been a mainstay of Moe’s Tavern and a regular part of Homer’s circle.
Though the show doesn’t explicitly mention Moe’s death, the presence of his grave may be a subtle nod to his long-running struggles with depression and mental health, often portrayed with dark humor throughout the show. Moe has been shown dealing with loneliness and self-image issues, sometimes hinting at suicidal thoughts, which makes the brief shot of his grave all the more poignant.
Despite this grim foreshadowing, there's hope that both Marge and Moe could still appear in future episodes, especially with season 37 already on the horizon. Given The Simpsons' love for time jumps and alternate timelines, anything is still possible.
In other related news, Disney quietly pulled an early episode of The Simpsons from its streaming platforms due to the involvement of Michael Jackson, who voiced a character in the now-controversial episode.