The Simpsons showrunner Al Jean is responding to controversy over the series' well-known South Asian character of Apu Nahasapeemapetilon, a heavily accented Indian immigrant and convenience store owner. People need to calm down about The Simpsons Apu controversy. "But Apu, to me, started off as a type and as the years progressed, the character became more nuanced." Actor Hank Azaria voices the Indian character of Apu on The Simpsons. L.A.-based comedian Rajiv Satyal called The Simpsons' response to criticism of Apu 'lazy' but also believes the character doesn't deserve flak.

Source: CBC News April 15, 2018 19:07 UTC