Moe Szyslak

Moe Szyslak
The Simpsons character
First appearance	"Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire"
Last appearance
Voiced by	Hank Azaria
In-universe information
Gender	Male
Occupation	Bartender
Nationality	American

Moe Szyslak is a fictional character from the animated television series The Simpsons. He is voiced by Hank Azaria and first appeared in the series premiere episode "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire". Moe is the proprietor and bartender of Moe's Tavern, a local bar in Springfield.

Character

Moe Szyslak is depicted as a grumpy, cynical, and often lonely bartender. He is known for his short temper and frequent outbursts of anger. Despite his rough exterior, Moe has shown moments of kindness and vulnerability throughout the series. He is often the target of prank calls from Bart Simpson, who tricks him into saying humorous and embarrassing names over the phone.

Background

Moe's background is somewhat ambiguous and has been the subject of various jokes and inconsistencies throughout the series. He has been portrayed as having a diverse heritage, including hints of Italian, Dutch, and Armenian ancestry. Moe's full name, Morris Szyslak, was revealed in the episode "Flaming Moe's".

Relationships

Moe has a complicated relationship with the residents of Springfield. He is friends with Homer Simpson, Barney Gumble, Lenny Leonard, and Carl Carlson, who are regular patrons of his bar. Despite his abrasive personality, Moe has shown a softer side in his interactions with Marge Simpson and other characters.

Business

Moe's Tavern is a central location in The Simpsons, serving as a gathering place for many of the show's characters. The bar is often depicted as run-down and struggling financially. Moe has attempted various schemes to improve his business, including rebranding the bar as "Flaming Moe's" after creating a popular cocktail.

Cultural Impact

Moe Szyslak has become an iconic character in popular culture, known for his distinctive voice and memorable catchphrases. He has been featured in various Simpsons merchandise, including action figures, video games, and comic books.

Episodes

Moe has been the focus of several episodes throughout the series, including:

• "Flaming Moe's"
• "Moe Baby Blues"
• "Pygmoelian"
• "Moe Letter Blues"

See also

• List of recurring The Simpsons characters
• The Simpsons (season 1)
• The Simpsons (season 3)