Harry Shearer leaves The Simpsons - the 13 voice roles that now have to be recast

by Daniel Falconer | 15 May 2015

A contract dispute means that Harry Shearer is now set to leave his role on The Simpsons, leaving the future of his beloved characters up in the air and a need for a recast as close to the original as possible.

from James L. Brooks' lawyer: "show will go on, Harry will not be part of it, wish him the best.". (1/2)
— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) May 14, 2015

This because I wanted what we've always had: the freedom to do other work. Of course, I wish him the very best. (2/2)
— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) May 14, 2015

Thanks, Simpsons fans, for your support.
— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) May 14, 2015

If you're looking for integrity and honor in show biz, look no farther than the voice-over community. Thank you, gentlemen.
— Harry Shearer (@theharryshearer) May 15, 2015

So who is Harry leaving behind? A grand total of 13 characters, it turns out, which you can see more from below.