2000s TV Star Ranked ‘Most Iconic TV Character’ of All Time

Lila ParksWed, March 4, 2026 at 4:41 AM UTC

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Homer Simpson has been ranked the 'Most Iconic TV Character' of all time by Screen Rant.

The bumbling father of the Simpsons family on The Simpsons, Homer, is beloved for his endearing stupidity, relatability and occasional stroke of brilliance. Voiced by Dan Castellaneta, Homer Simpson has become a household name not just in the United States but around the world.

The sometimes simple-minded character is best known for his love of donuts and beer, his job at the Springfield Nuclear Power Plant, and his signature catchphrase, "D'oh!" which was officially added to theOxford English Dictionaryin 2001. Homer is one of the few characters who can be recognized by his silhouette alone, and his iconic presence has helped define modern animated sitcoms.

The Simpsons has been on the air for a whopping 37 seasons, making it one of America's longest-running TV shows. The cartoon sitcom began as a series of animated comic strips featured on The Tracey Ullman Show on Fox to fill time between commercials. The series soon evolved into the half-hour episodes that air today, which continue to run in syndication decades after its official debut in 1989.

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The creator of The Simpsons, Matt Groening, described the series as "a bunch of writers and animators trying to be as funny as possible and still tell stories with heart," in an interview with the LA Times.

Over the decades, the series has become a defining part of pop culture, influencing countless animated shows and comedy series that followed. Homer's flawed but lovable personality has helped anchor the show's humor and emotional core, making him relatable to generations of viewers.

Nearly 40 years after the show premiered, Homer Simpson remains one of the most beloved TV dads and has earned the title of 'Most Iconic TV Character'.

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