The Simpsons actor Hank Azaria quits voicing Apu over racism controversy

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Hank Azaria says he will no longer be voicing the character of Apu, the Indian Kwik-E-Mart owner, on The Simpsons. During a recent media interaction, Azaria revealed that he is officially stepping down as the voice of the controversial character on the popular American animated sitcom.

The Simpsons actor Hank Azaria has said he will no longer be voicing the character of Apu, following years of controversy and accusations of racism.

LOS ANGELES (Variety.com) — Hank Azaria says he is officially stepping down as the voice of Apu Nahasapeemapetilon on The Simpsons.

Hank Azaria is leaving his role as Apu on The Simpsons after voicing the character for over 30 years.

Cultural sensitivity scored a win now that comedic actor Hank Azaria has said he will stop doing the voice of Apu on The Simpsons. For 31 seasons, Azaria has lent a stereotypical South Asian voice to the animated character, a choice that led to Hari Kondabolu's insightful and humorous 2017 documentary The Problem with Apu.

End of an era! Hank Azaria confirmed that he’ll be stepping down from his role as the voice of Apu on The Simpsons after more than 30 years.