RIP Barfly Life: The Simpsons Says Farewell to a Longtime Regular
Yo Simpsons fam, grab a box of Duff and get ready for some feels. The show just delivered
a surprise gut punch by saying goodbye to a character who’s been around since episode
one – Larry the Barfly.
That’s right, the silent, ever-present dude perched on a stool at Moe’s Tavern shuffled off this
mortal coil (in an off-screen way, of course). We learned about Larry’s passing in the latest
episode, titled “Cremains of the Day.” The news hit Homer and the gang pretty hard, forcing
them to confront the impermanence of, well, everything (deep, right?).
Here’s the thing: Larry wasn’t exactly a main character. He never spoke a word, and his
appearances were usually just background noise in Moe’s bar. But for Simpsons diehards,
Larry was a familiar face, a silent observer of all the Springfield shenanigans.
The episode even revealed Larry’s full name: Lawrence Dalrymple. Mind. Blown. Who knew
the quiet barfly had such a fancy name?
This unexpected character death has sparked a wave of online mourning. Fans are
reminiscing about Larry’s subtle expressions, his unwavering loyalty to Moe’s Tavern, and
the unspoken bond he seemed to share with the other barflies. It’s a reminder that even the
most minor characters can leave a lasting impression.
The Simpsons writers haven’t exactly been shy about killing off characters in the past.
Remember Maude Flanders? Dr. Hibbert’s unfortunate demise? Larry’s passing might not be
as dramatic, but it’s a poignant reminder that even in Springfield, nobody lives forever
(except maybe Mr. Burns, that creepy old coot).
So, next time you raise a Duff to your TV screen while catching an episode of The
Simpsons, take a moment to remember Larry the Barfly. He may not have spoken a word,
but his quiet presence was a staple of the show for over three decades. Here’s to you, Larry,
wherever you are (probably enjoying a celestial Duff with some other cartoon ghosts).