Milhouse Van Houten

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Milhouse Van Houten is a fictional character from the animated television series The Simpsons. He is voiced by Pamela Hayden and is best known as the best friend of Bart Simpson. Milhouse is characterized by his naivety, lack of self-confidence, and his unrequited love for Lisa Simpson.

Character Overview[edit | edit source]

Milhouse Mussolini Van Houten is a student at Springfield Elementary School, where he is often seen alongside Bart. He is of Dutch and Italian descent, as indicated by his last name and middle name, respectively. Milhouse is easily recognizable by his blue hair, thick glasses, and nasal voice.

Family[edit | edit source]

Milhouse's parents are Kirk Van Houten and Luann Van Houten. They are divorced, which is a recurring theme in the series. Kirk is often depicted as a down-on-his-luck character, while Luann is portrayed as more successful and independent.

Personality and Traits[edit | edit source]

Milhouse is often portrayed as a nerdy and gullible character. He is frequently bullied by Nelson Muntz and other students at Springfield Elementary. Despite his misfortunes, Milhouse remains loyal to Bart, often getting involved in Bart's schemes and adventures.

Relationships[edit | edit source]

Milhouse has a one-sided crush on Lisa Simpson, which is a recurring subplot in the series. He is also friends with other characters such as Martin Prince and Ralph Wiggum.

Appearances in Media[edit | edit source]

Milhouse has appeared in numerous episodes of The Simpsons since the show's inception. He has also been featured in The Simpsons Movie and various Simpsons video games and comic books.

Cultural Impact[edit | edit source]

Milhouse has become a popular character among fans of The Simpsons. His catchphrases, such as "Everything's coming up Milhouse!" have entered popular culture.