Apu
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‘Simpsons’ actor apologizes to ‘every Indian person’ for voicing ApuHank Azaria had voiced Kwik-E-Mart owner Apu Nahasapeemapetilon since the character first appeared on 'The Simpsons' in 1990.EntertainmentApr 13, 2021
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Calgary police officer acquitted of assaulting suspect in custodyA recently fired Calgary police officer has been found not guilty of assault. The incident, from nearly four years ago, was captured on camera.CrimeDec 6, 2019
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Old favourites, outdated attitudes: Can entertainment expire?Whether it’s bullying in 'Rudolph' or Apu’s accent in 'The Simpsons,' Americans have a catalogue of entertainment that raises many contentious questions.EntertainmentDec 28, 2018
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Matt Groening breaks silence on ‘Simpsons’ Apu controversyThe creator of 'The Simpsons' summarized his feelings on the Apu character debacle in one sentence.EntertainmentMay 1, 2018
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‘Simpsons’ star Hank Azaria says he’s willing to ‘step aside’ from controversial Apu roleHank Azaria said that he "really wants to see South Asian writers in the room, not in a token way, but genuinely informing whatever new direction this character may take."EntertainmentApr 25, 2018
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‘Simpsons’ producer Al Jean addresses Apu controversy, promises to ‘find an answer’“The Simpsons” finally addressed the controversy surrounding Apu Nahasapeemapetilon in the wake of comedian Hari Kondabolu’s documentary “The Problem With Apu”, which examines how one of the show’s most popular characters is also perpetuating racist stereotypes.EntertainmentApr 13, 2018
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Is ‘The Simpsons’ racist? South Asians on Apu and Indian representation on TVFilmmaker and comedian Hari Kondabolu said the takeaway from 'The Simpsons'' response shouldn't be about being politically correct.LifestyleApr 11, 2018
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‘The Simpsons’ addresses Apu Indian stereotype, and fans aren’t pleasedThe latest 'Simpsons' episode, 'No Good Read Goes Unpunished,' sees Marge and Lisa indirectly discussing the portrayal of Apu.EntertainmentApr 9, 2018
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