As a lifelong Simpsons fan, I was absolutely floored by the latest episode! After 37 seasons, they finally confirmed a theory we’ve all been wondering about for 36 years – it was hiding in plain sight the whole time! The show’s been on a roll lately, really giving fans what we want with fresh takes on beloved characters and moments. They’ve been diving into the past a lot, and this newest episode takes that even further, giving us a fascinating, never-before-seen glimpse into Bart’s childhood. It’s so cool to see them really acknowledge and play with fan favorites like this!
A recent episode of The Simpsons Season 37 revealed a new piece of the family’s past and finally confirmed a long-held fan theory about Bart. The show definitively established that Bart is left-handed, and that Homer attempted to discourage this as a child, even resorting to bullying. However, as viewers have noticed throughout the series—particularly when Bart writes on the chalkboard—he has consistently written with his left hand.
The Simpsons Confirms Bart Is Left-Handed
In The Simpsons Season 37, Episode 5, titled “Bad Boys…For Life?”, the show flashes back four years. We see a six-year-old Bart who has been feeling neglected by his dad, Homer. To get Homer’s attention, Bart starts playing pranks. Homer realizes he needs to connect with his son and tries a communication exercise where they both write down their feelings. However, when Bart naturally begins writing with his left hand, Homer immediately attempts to make him switch to his right.
In a surprising turn of events, Bart admits he’s actually more comfortable using his left hand, leading to a playful argument with Homer. The episode ends with Homer accepting Bart’s left-handedness, and a confirmation that Bart has been left-handed throughout the entire series’ run. The closing credits playfully highlight Bart’s place among famous left-handed figures from history, and reveal that the show’s creator, Matt Groening, is also left-handed.
What Does This Mean for Bart?
It’s well known among fans that Bart Simpson is left-handed, as he’s been shown writing with his left hand before. However, this is the first time the show has officially acknowledged it, confirming what viewers have suspected for years. Many observant fans noticed this from the beginning, as Bart consistently writes on the chalkboard with his left hand in the opening sequence of almost every episode.
It’s great to finally see confirmation of this surprising connection between Bart and Ned Flanders. Throughout the series, they’ve had several close moments, and now we know they actually share a common interest and life experience.
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