Comic Book Guy

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Comic Book Guy
The Simpsons character
First appearance	"Three Men and a Comic Book"
Last appearance
Created by	Matt Groening
Voiced by	Hank Azaria
In-universe information
Gender	Male
Occupation	Owner of The Android's Dungeon & Baseball Card Shop
Spouse	Kumiko Nakamura
Nationality	American

Comic Book Guy is a fictional character in the animated television series The Simpsons. He is voiced by Hank Azaria and first appeared in the episode "Three Men and a Comic Book". His real name is Jeff Albertson, although this was not revealed until the episode "Homer and Ned's Hail Mary Pass".

Character

Comic Book Guy is the owner of The Android's Dungeon & Baseball Card Shop, a comic book store in Springfield. He is known for his sarcastic and condescending attitude, particularly towards his customers. He is an overweight, middle-aged man who is often seen wearing a blue T-shirt and shorts. He is a stereotypical representation of a comic book and science fiction fan, often making references to various pop culture phenomena.

Personality

Comic Book Guy is characterized by his snobbish and elitist attitude. He often uses his extensive knowledge of comics, science fiction, and other pop culture to belittle others. Despite his abrasive personality, he is shown to have a deep passion for his interests and occasionally displays a softer side, particularly in his relationship with his wife, Kumiko Nakamura.

Relationships

Comic Book Guy's most significant relationship is with his wife, Kumiko Nakamura, a Japanese manga artist. They met in the episode "Married to the Blob" and eventually got married. His interactions with other characters in Springfield are typically negative, as he often looks down on them for their lack of knowledge about his interests.

Cultural Impact

Comic Book Guy has become an iconic character in The Simpsons and is often cited as a representation of the stereotypical comic book and science fiction fan. His catchphrase, "Worst. Episode. Ever.", has entered popular culture and is frequently used to express dissatisfaction with various forms of media.

Episodes

Comic Book Guy has appeared in numerous episodes of The Simpsons, often serving as a minor character or providing comic relief. Some notable episodes featuring Comic Book Guy include:

• "Three Men and a Comic Book"
• "Homer and Ned's Hail Mary Pass"
• "Married to the Blob"

See Also

• The Simpsons characters
• The Android's Dungeon & Baseball Card Shop
• Hank Azaria
• Matt Groening