The Simpsons fans are grieving another significant departure from the show after Duffman, the pelvic-thrusting mascot of Springfield's favourite brewery, who has been a cornerstone of the show, announced his retirement. In the latest episode of the long-running animated sitcom, the beloved character delivered a sobering twist that fans found hard to swallow.
The decision to permanently shelf a character whose catchphrases have permeated pop culture for decades took many by surprise. In the episode, the man behind the shades, Barry Duffman, announced, 'The Duff Corporation has retired that character forever.'
