The Simpsons’ Hank Azaria Gets Honest About What Ultimately Convinced Him To Retire Apu’s Voice Despite Initially Thinking The Backlash Would Blow Over
In a conversation on the podcast ‘Pablo Torre Finds Out’, voice artist Hank Azaria, famed for his roles as a human jukebox, shares some of the influences behind his most memorable characters and his past views about AI and the potential replacement of his job by machines. Throughout their discussion, they delve into Azaria’s thoughts on addressing the controversy surrounding the character Apu Nahasapeemapetilon. During this exchange, he openly discusses the introspection that ensued when people urged him to step away from voicing the character.