Which character in the American animated sitcom set in the fictional town of Springfield, is named after the creator's younger sister?
The Simpsons The Simpsons is an American animated sitcom, aimed at adolescents and adults, created by Matt Groening for the Fox Broadcasting Company. The series is a satirical depiction of working-class life, epitomized by the Simpson family, which consists of Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, and Maggie. The show is set in the fictional town of Springfield and parodies American culture and society, television, and the human condition.
Roseanne Conner Roseanne Conner (née Harris) is the title character and the main protagonist of "Roseanne", she is played by Roseanne Barr. Roseanne, in a takeoff of her stand-up comedic and presumed real-life persona, is a bossy, loud, caustic, overweight, and dominant woman. She constantly tries to control the lives of her sister, husband, children, co-workers, and friends. Despite her dominating nature, Roseanne is a loving mother who works hard and makes as much time for her kids as possible.