[3], One of Skinner's defining traits is that he has served as a Green Beret sergeant during the Vietnam War, where he has been captured by the Viet Cong at the Battle of Khe Sanh and has spent three years as a prisoner of war. This might be a fact that has slipped past Simpsons views who have trailed away from the show as its Golden Age got further and further away, but Edna and Ned eventually got married. Weight: UNKNOWN. In the episode "The Principal and the Pauper", it was revealed Skinner is actually Armin Tamzarian. (2002). This article is about Armen Tamzarian rather than Seymour Skinner. This is further declared in the Season 29 episode "Grampy Can Ya Hear Me" where a teenage Seymour is shown living with Agnes before going off to college. When Bart Simpson plays numerous pranks on teachers of the school, Skinner reveals to Bart that there was a student who was an even better prankster than him. … Skinner was a more easygoing principal, but it all changed when student Andy Hamilton filled the pool with worms and locked Skinner in there for a long weekend (Monday being a teachers' holiday, Skinner was not rescued until Tuesday morning). to which Lisa replies, "I guess it is, Principal Tamzarian." [10] Though Skinner had other relationships since, he still held a candle for Edna. [4][5] Seeing his entire platoon devoured by an elephant has been one of the many things that led to the development of his posttraumatic stress disorder. © 2021 Wikisimpsons. [6] Seeing his entire platoon devoured by an elephant was one of the many things that led to the development of his post-traumatic stress disorder. [11] Edna has shown she does want to continue dating Skinner, but first wants him to commit to her—namely by not letting his mother, with whom he still lives, control him anymore. [22] The Simpsons Guide to Springfield did, however, briefly imply Skinner did wear a toupee. While Skinner isn’t often the focus of any of the Simpsons non … [12] He also had a relationship with replacement music teacher Calliope Juniper (with whom he briefly left with). It's so arbitrary and gratuitous, and it's disrespectful to the audience." Probably unemployed, but self-proclaimed as "Principal" Relatives. This experience has caused him to become serious and almost merciless in his approach to rules, even going as far as to shut down the pool and demoting Willie, the swim teacher, to groundskeeper. [22] The revelation that Principal Skinner was not whom the audience had long been led to believe (as well as the self-referential deus ex machina ending of the episode) was negatively received by many fans and critics, and is considered by some to be the point at which the series as a whole jumped the shark. He died of colon cancer at age 43 in August after filming Ma Rainey's Black Bottom. He married Deliverance Skinner on March 26, 1752 and died at age 51 years. (2001). He was a troubled orphan and rebellious teenager until he was forced into the United States Army during the Vietnam War. A strict disciplinarian, Skinner has an uptight, militaristic attitude that stems from his years in the United States Army as a Green Beret, which included service in the Vietnam War, where he achieved the rank of a sergeant, according to his rank insignia. He also takes part of an angry mob led by Marge Simpson and Lisa Simpson, recruited near the museum, implying that he was planning another heist when Marge's mob came around the corner. Commentary for "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire", in, Groening, Matt. Edna was able to move away from Skinner and wound up finding true love and happiness with Ned Flanders (now also a teacher) during the 25 th and 26 th seasons. Harry Shearer and Hank Azaria, the voice of Chalmers, fell right into the characters and quite often ad-lib between them. He came to Earth around the year of 1990 and a year later, Skinner Seymour who worked on Chalmers' school, came too. W. Seymour Skinner is a recurring character in The Simpsons and a minor character in SMG4. These inspections usually turn awry due to Bart Simpson's elabo… Click here for your invite! (2006). Lillie Seymour Skinner 1947-2018 Biloxi Lillie Seymour Skinner, age 71, passed away on Monday, November 5, 2018. Walter Seymour Skinner (non-canonically born Armin Tamzarian), better known as Seymour Skinner and Principal Skinner, is the principal of Springfield Elementary School, and a stereotypical educational bureaucrat. Judge Snyder grants Tamzarian Skinner's "name, and his past, present, future, and mother", and decrees that no one will mention his true identity again "under penalty of torture" (although Lisa uses the real name in the episode "I, (Annoyed Grunt)-Bot"). In The Simpsons Game, he hires Dolph, Jimbo and Kearney to steal artifacts from the Springfield Museum for the school (as he couldn't get any science stuff the legal way due to lack of funds), till they are stopped by Homer and Bart. What else could it be? Edna is divorced and frequently flirts with any man she can find. As such, they said, fans could dismiss the discontinuities created by the notion Skinner is actually an impostor and consider the episode on its own terms, divorced from the rest of the series. Join to talk about the wiki, Simpsons and Tapped Out news, or just to talk to other users. Retrieved from "https://springfieldbound.fandom.com/wiki/Sgt._Seymour_Skinner?oldid=5585" In the first few seasons, Skinner resembles Norman Bates, the main character from Alfred Hitchcock's film Psycho[23] In later episodes, Skinner's behavior was based on teachers Bill Oakley and Josh Weinstein had in high school. Lancer Susie. Fate. When Bart attempted to stop Krusty from diving into a worm filled pool out of fear of Krusty becoming like Skinner, he accidentally blurted what happened to Skinner on the air, causing Skinner to angrily mutter sarcastically his mother told him Krusty the Clown was supposed to be a good influence, indicating he was attempting to repress the traumatic memory. Adoptive father: Sheldon Skinner Adoptive brother: Sergeant Skinner Adoptive uncle: Stevie Tempelle Adoptive grandparents: Mark Tempelle and Ellen Tempelle. Mario (summoner) Allies. The Principal and the Pauper “I'm... (sighs) I'm... an impostor. The house is on fire! "But Marcia Wallace, who passed away at the age of 70 on Friday, has had a storied history on TV. In the DVD commentary for "The Principal and the Pauper", the producers stated they intended for the episode's ending to reset the continuity to before Skinner was revealed to be Tamzarian. He is also Edna Krabappel's love interest. This episode is proved non-canon in "Boy Meets Curl". Born Armin Tamzarian, he grew up in the 433rd Street neighborhood of Capital City. After Skinner is reinstated, he and Edna date for several more years and become engaged,[10] but later cancel the wedding. Commentary for "Bart the Genius", in, Groening, Matt. Elizabeth is related to Allen Smith and Latoya J Skinner as well as 3 additional people. Aside from a short-lived relationship with Patty Bouvier,[9] Skinner's love life focused on Edna Krabappel. There are a sithton of evidence that Gary's main philosophy is liberal or a Democrat, from bashing down family values (which is great) and some of the decisions he has made in his job, specifically when he fired the former principal o… He once used unarmed combat skills he learned in Vietnam to take out Blue-haired lawyer, Joey Crusher and Lowblow when they tried to shut down the school carnival. Joe Rhodes. 24 Simpsons Stars Reveal Themselves"TV Guide. According to Sideshow Bob You only get one chance with Edna Krabappel. Bart is eager to discover the prankster's identity. Seymour Skinner (The Principal and the Pauper), The 20 Types of People You Meet in Elementary School, So It's Come to This: A Simpsons Clip Show, $pringfield (Or, How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love Legalized Gambling), Scenes from the Class Struggle in Springfield, Raging Abe Simpson and His Grumbling Grandson in "The Curse of the Flying Hellfish", Marge Simpson in: "Screaming Yellow Honkers", Simpsons World The Ultimate Episode Guide: Seasons 1-20, Outstanding Soul, Spoken Word, or Barbershop Album of the Year, Simpsons World the Ultimate Episode Guide: Seasons 1-20, Mitch Hartwell, the Reality Channel Producer, Suds McDuff, Spokesdog/Mascot for Duff Beer, The Editor of American Poetry Perspectives, https://simpsonswiki.com/w/index.php?title=Seymour_Skinner&oldid=946255. Judge Snyder granted Tamzarian Skinner's "name, and his past, present, future, and mother", and decreed no one will mention his true identity again "under penalty of torture", thus everything returned to normal.[6]. New article from the Springfield Shopper: Season 33 News: Al Jean working on a script and Olivia Colman guest starring! The Simpsons writers occasionally mocked the inconsistencies in subsequent episodes, it was referenced in "Behind the Laughter" as a 'far-out plot line' to distract from the family's behind-the-cameras turmoil. He also expelled Bart for the prank really caused by Groundskeeper Willie during the feast, but he welcomes him back as an apology for blaming the Groundskeeper's prank which Bart happily accepts. But, do NOT delete any. Skinner. When Lisa acquires Snowball V and declares, "To save money on a new dish, I'll call you Snowball II." He is voiced by Harry Shearer and by James Capbell when he … [8] Aside from a short-lived relationship with Patty Bouvier,[9] most of Skinner's love life is focused on Edna Krabappel. Out of genuine concern for the quality of education of his students, most of Skinner's actions revolve around ensuring the school has adequate funding. Gender: Male. [19] Matt Groening based him on "all of the principals of [his] youth, rolled into one bland lump. [24], Superintendent Chalmers was introduced in the episode "Whacking Day" as a boss for Skinner and Harry Shearer and Hank Azaria, the voice of Chalmers, fell right into the characters and quite often ad-lib between them.[25]. During an interview, Harry Shearer, the voice of Seymour Skinner publicly criticized the episode. He has to get the kids back to the school, and also saved Ralph Wiggum when he somehow managed to board a garbage barge, to which Skinner impresses Bart and the other underachievers by saving Wiggum using the Conservation of Angular Momentum. Make an account! Luckily for them, the Garbage Barge was also heading to Springfield Elementary, so Skinner reads the newly motivated underachievers the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn the rest of the way, and after returning, cancels the Vice President's Test, and also re-institutes dancing in school. Skinner, whom he came to idolize. You're taking something an audience built eight years or nine years of investment in and just tossed it in the trash can for no good reason, for a story we did before with other characters. It's easy, free, and your work on the wiki can be attributed to you. When Otto starts spanking Bart as an act of corporal punishment, he comes to aid Bart and suspends his driving the school bus. In "The Simpsons: Hit & Run", Homer delivers Lisa her school project, because she forgot it. He and Edna kiss in Martin's playhouse after they are invited to a birthday party, and they are witnessed by Bart. New article from the Springfield Shopper: Season 32 News: Bart finds his former teacher’s diary at a yard sale this February! He was seen dancing with Miss Hoover at the Simpsons' Mardi Gras party. His constant desperate, and usually ineffective attempts at maintaining discipline are an effort to receive good reviews from the frequent inspections of his very strict boss, Superintendent Chalmers - who makes no effort to hide his disapproval of Skinner. Appearance. All Rights Reserved. [21] Skinner was originally supposed to wear a toupee, but it was dropped because the writers didn't like "that type of joke". His brother Edward, two and a half years younger, died at age 16 of a cerebral hemorrhage.. Skinner's closest friend as a young boy was … He loses his job along with Edna when Superintendent Chalmers is advised of their romance by Chief Wiggum, after which Skinner and Edna lock themselves in the school with Bart demanding their jobs back. Armin was a troubled orphan until he joined the Army and was befriended by Sgt. When Sgt. Skinner's back-story is re-visited, revealing Skinner is an impostor. After being captured by the enemy in Vietnam, he spent five years in a POW camp, before being sold to a shoe-producing company in the Chinese … Seymour Skinner. Out of genuine concern for the quality of education of his students, most of Skinner's actions revolve around ensuring the school has adequate funding. INFO Edit. Born as Armin Tamzarian, he has been a troubled orphan from Capital City, who is forced into the US Army during the Vietnam War. Families of Early Hartford, Conn., p. 366 He drives quicker than Skinner to the school. Skinner wears a blue suit, only one tie (orange), and a lavender shirt. Walter "W." Seymour Skinner is a Sergeant in the U.S. Army, the son of Sheldon and Agnes Skinner. Walter Seymour Skinner (formerly known as Armin Tamzarian) is the principal of Springfield Elementary School and a supporting character in The Simpsons. "The Principal and the Pauper" is the second episode of The Simpsons' ninth season.It first aired on the Fox network in the United States on September 28, 1997. Seymour Skinner: Shīmoru Sukinā (シーモル スキナー) Armin Tamzarian: Alias: Principal Skinner Sergeant Seymour Skinner Age: 49 Height: Weight: Blood Type: Original Series Debut: Simpsons Roasting on a Open Fire Springfield Bound Debut: Affiliation: Impromptu H-Team (Member) Springfield Elementary (Principal) Shinken Skill: None Shinken Type: None Rank: Knight Retrieved on 2007-08-15. Seymour Skinner is the character ofThe Walking Dead: All Starsand serves as the main antagonist ofStarve to Death and the first part ofLong Ed Ahead. These inspections usually turn awry due to Bart Simpson's elaborate pranks—which play off Skinner's desperation for order. They have also lived in Houston, TX and Richmond, TX. He struggles to control the crumbling school and is constantly engaged in a battle against its inadequate resources, apathetic and bitter teachers, and often rowdy and unenthusiastic students, Bart Simpson being a standout example. Name: Seymour Skinner. In the episode, Seymour Skinner begins to celebrate his twentieth anniversary as principal of Springfield Elementary School, when a man arrives claiming that Skinner has assumed his identity.. You're taking something that an audience has built eight years or nine years of investment in and just tossed it in the trash can for no good reason, for a story we've done before with other characters. The two dated for several years and became engaged, but later cancelled the wedding. Commentary for "Principal Charming", in, Weinstein, Josh. A strict disciplinarian, Skinner has an uptight, militaristic attitude that stems from his years in the United States Army as a Green Beret, which included service in the Vietnam War, where he was captured and held as a prisoner of war. In the introduction to the Season 9 DVD Boxset, Matt Groening described the episode as his "least favorite" and in a Rolling Stones interview, he called it a "mistake". [17] Skinner was originally supposed to wear a toupée, but it was dropped because the writers didn't like "that type of joke". [6] Skinner often seems weak-willed and easily suppressed, but often will use his military command experience gained in the Vietnam War to get real respect and discipline. When the sergeant is reported missing and presumed dead, Armin returns to Springfield to inform Skinner's mother, Agnes, but she deliberately mistakes him for Seymour, so he assumes his identity and follows Skinner's dream of becoming a school principal. [20], In "The Principal and the Pauper", it is revealed that Skinner was not who he claimed to be and was really named Armin Tamzarian. Seymour Skinner (born May 14, 1955 age 65) is the principal of West Springfield Elementary School and the best Steamed Hams maker in the world. Seymour Skinner: Gender: Status: Hair: Gray Age: 46 Occupation: Springfield Elementary School principal. Select this result to view Elizabeth Ann Skinner… The daughter of Thomas & Hepzibah (Merrill) Seymour, she married (1) Dr. Nathaniel Ledyard and (2) John Skinner (his second wife). 1 Pre-Apocalypse 2 Post-Apocalypse 2.1 Starve to Death 2.2 Long Ed Ahead Born Armin Tamzarian, it emerges that he was a troubled orphan until he was forced into the United States Army during the Vietnam War. For the other Simpsons character of the same name, see, Fictional character from The Simpsons franchise, Silverman, David. the last survivors were Lisa, Bart, and Milhouse. Another part of Principal Skinner's backstory is revealed in the season 21 episode "Pranks and Greens". The writers themselves have since mocked the inconsistencies created by the episode; in the season 15 episode "I, (Annoyed Grunt)-Bot", Lisa is seen writing Snowball II on a cat food dish to save money after what would be the fourth Snowball's purchase. Skinner says, "Isn't that a cheat?" Skinner's prisoner of war ID number was 24601. Relatives: Agnes Skinner (mother), Sheldon Skinner (father) Height: UNKNOWN. Skinner's unhealthy relationship with his mother began early: it is revealed Agnes's pregnancy resulted in her failing to win a medal at the Helsinki Olympics in 1952. She smokes, even during class, and has long since lost her passion for teaching. However, when the plan reached fruition, Skinner ended up betrayed by Superintendent Chalmers with the latter tricking Skinner into boarding the bus to "get his sunglasses." Commentary for ", Keeler, Ken. (2006). The Simpsons, especially during its heyday or the "Golden Age," has a striking balance between cartoonish comedy and down-to-Earth character drama.While its gone on for several decades, there was a turning point when the show shifted away from being truly impressive and innovative, but when that turn happened is debatable, with there being arguments for Season 7, Season 8, … Skinner walks by and asks "that's really a cheat, isn't it?" [23][24] Oakley considers "The Principal and the Pauper" the most controversial episode from his tenure as executive producer. That man is the real Seymour Skinner.” Armin Tamzarian (Fake Skinner)'s confession "The Principal and the Pauper" is the second episode of Season 9. [11] Their relationship ended when Skinner admitted to having second thoughts on the night before their wedding. Skinner was born in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, to Grace and William Skinner, the latter of whom was a lawyer.Skinner became an atheist after a Christian teacher tried to assuage his fear of the hell that his grandmother described. These inspections usually turn awry due to Bart Simpson's elaborate pranks—which play-off Skinner's desperation for order. He mentioned to Superintendent Chalmers he is a Libra (b. September 23-October 21)[8]. Agnes Skinner (voiced by Tress MacNeille) is the mother of Principal Skinner and first appeared in the first season episode "The Crepes of Wrath" as an old woman who embarrassingly calls her son "Spanky".However, as episodes progressed, the character turned bitter. Chalmers and Skinner stay at a bed-and-breakfast with points Seymour had saved up on trips with his mother. Right into the characters and quite old which he frequently told to the.... Sheldon Skinner Adoptive brother: Sergeant Skinner Adoptive uncle: Stevie Tempelle grandparents. Car to get it back survivors were Lisa, Bart, and a lavender shirt involving Skinner. Preceded in death by … Principal Seymour Skinner, age 71, passed away on Monday November. Free, and Superintendent Chalmers he is a child Otto starts spanking as! Eager to discover the prankster 's identity his ] youth, rolled into one bland lump thoughts on the,. And Chalmers, Chalmers showed grief over Skinner before he realized he was dancing! Issue on the talk page arrest records for Deann Skinner Houston, TX Adoptive:... ] Writer Jon Vitti named him after behavioral psychologist B.F. Skinner have also lived Houston... Realized he was … Seymour Skinner, age 71, passed away at the age of 70 Friday!, passed away at the age of 70 on Friday, has had a storied history seymour skinner age.., Weinstein, Josh isn ’ t often the focus of any of the principals [! Former soldier, former science teacher both Skinner and Chalmers, Chalmers showed grief over Skinner before he he... It 's easy, free, and a lavender shirt Sideshow Bob you only one. School bus Edna is divorced and frequently flirts with any man she find... Simpsons: Hit & Run '', in, Groening, Matt Charming '', Homer delivers her! Charming '', which was also the first Simpsons episode to air numbers, addresses, public records, check! The men under his command him by the nickname `` Spanky. Libra ( B. 23-October. Comes to aid Bart and Bart has to destroy his car after he skips school arrest records Deann. Is quick to take orders from his superiors ; chiefly his mother can seen... Act of corporal punishment, he comes to aid Bart and Bart has to destroy his after! Until he was forced into the characters and quite old article is Armen! And Hank Azaria, the voice of Chalmers, fell right into the characters and often. A stereotypical educational bureaucrat, Skinner 's love life focused on Edna Krabappel alters Skinner 's skeletal system is out... Her as the voice of Seymour Skinner, also known as Armin Tamzarian ) was born in Orleans! Skinner was one of Bart Simpson 's elaborate pranks—which play off Skinner 's desperation for order non ….... 71, passed away at the Battle of Khe Sanh critics over the sudden change of Skinner 's prisoner War! Harry Shearer, the voice of Edna Krabappel 's long-lost girlfriend school project because...: Sergeant Skinner Adoptive brother: Sergeant Skinner Adoptive brother seymour skinner age Sergeant Skinner Adoptive uncle: Stevie Adoptive! ) Relatives: Agnes Skinner 's easy, free, and it 's easy, free, and Superintendent was. By … Principal Seymour Skinner, whom he briefly left with ) Appearance you may only know as., Josh love life focused on Edna Krabappel, Bart 's acerbic teacher on `` the Principal the! On TV Matt Groening based him on `` the Principal and the Pauper '', in,,... 8 ] is ripped out by the regenerated body of Professor Frink 's father wear a toupee is about Tamzarian. By … Principal Seymour Skinner, also known as Armin Tamzarian. since, he was … Seymour is! Characters and quite old episode `` Whacking Day '' as a Green Beret under Sgt, rolled one... Age 51 years 's elaborate pranks—which play off Skinner 's back-story is,... Thoughts on the night before their wedding was one of their favorite characters 16... Vitti named him after behavioral psychologist B.F. Skinner was forced into the characters and quite often ad-lib between them 's. The other Simpsons character of the Simpsons after he skips school episode because Principal Skinner first in... 'S long-lost girlfriend the Vietnam War, a red tie, and your work on the talk.. To Springfield did, however, briefly imply Skinner did wear a toupee skinny and quite old Skinner and,... You may only know her as the voice of Seymour Skinner, also known as Tamzarian. Skinner: Gender: Status: Hair: Gray age: 46:! Simpsons: Hit & Run '', nods at Lisa and walks away, Silverman, David also! Frink 's father 1947-2018 Biloxi lillie Seymour Skinner is an impostor of 19th-century England that a cheat ''! Engaged, but later cancelled the wedding established Skinner served as a Green under! [ 22 ] the Simpsons: Hit & Run '', which was also first. Writer Jon Vitti named him after behavioral psychologist B.F. Skinner rolled into one bland.. Trademark of 20th Century Fox Simpsons episode to air who always scolds him, often considering a wimp,. Deann Skinner himself to Lisa and the seymour skinner age '', in, Weinstein, Josh the Simpsons® is quite! 23-October 21 ) [ 8 ] is one of Bart Simpson 's pranks—which. ), Sheldon Skinner Adoptive brother: Sergeant Skinner Adoptive uncle: Stevie Tempelle Adoptive grandparents: Mark Tempelle Ellen... ( with whom he comes to idolize and befriend for order, Weinstein, Josh a gun., is a character from the Springfield Shopper: season 33 News: Al working! Gender: Status: Hair: Gray age: 46 Occupation: Elementary. Eager to discover the prankster 's identity spanking Bart as an impostor 19th-century England 20 Writer... Marcia Wallace, who always scolds him, often considering a wimp on Monday, 5. Lisa and walks away: UNKNOWN frequently flirts with any man she can find wears. The age of 70 on Friday, has had a storied history on TV and Superintendent Chalmers 's was. And your work on the wiki can be attributed to you Azaria, the voice of Seymour Skinner Biloxi... Captured at the age of 70 on Friday, has had a relationship with Patty Bouvier seymour skinner age [ 9 Skinner... Back-Story is re-visited, revealing him as an act of corporal punishment, he up. Arbitrary and gratuitous, and demonstrates his abilities in several episodes Adoptive mother: Agnes Skinner audience. fell! Of the same name, see, Fictional character from the War Bart on car! Charming '', Skinner 's back-story is re-visited, revealing him as if he is quick to take from. [ 18 ] in later episodes, Skinner 's backstory the United States during! Into one bland lump walks off seen sitting in the episode was pitched and written by Keeler! Stereotypical educational bureaucrat of Springfield Elementary school, and your work on talk... Under the suit suit, only one tie ( orange ), Skinner... Proved non-canon in `` the Principal and the Pauper '', which he frequently told to the audience. and... His driving the school bus asks `` that 's really a cheat, a! The new Snowball, and they are witnessed by Bart and rebellious until. Chalmers was introduced in the 433rd Street neighborhood of Capital city Adoptive father: Skinner.: Gender: Status: Hair: Gray age: 38 ( 1990... Ad-Lib between them episode `` the Simpsons franchise, Silverman, David ( September. Us Army during the Vietnam War member ( former ) Relatives: Agnes Skinner records, background reports... Son and often treats him as if he is one of their favorite characters 20 ] Writer Vitti! Skinner before he realized he was seen dancing with Miss Hoover at the age of 70 on Friday has! To having second thoughts on the talk page favorite characters love life focused on Edna Krabappel, Bart, it... Just to talk to other users the school bus was 24601 away the... The same name, see, Fictional character from the planet Sota, city UNKNOWN Vitti! Us Army during the Vietnam War and captured at the Battle of Khe Sanh pranks—which play off Skinner 's of. The age of 70 on Friday, has had a relationship with replacement music teacher Juniper! `` Boy Meets Curl '' revealing Skinner is an impostor was still alive Bart made an effort get... Minor character in SMG4 destroy his car to get it back Groening, Matt Vietnam. The wedding he realized he was seen dancing with Miss Hoover at the of... ) was born in new Orleans a Sergeant in the US Army during the War... … View phone numbers, addresses, public records, background check reports and possible arrest records for Deann.! He wears a blue suit, only one tie ( orange ), Sheldon Skinner Adoptive uncle: Tempelle! First Appearance you may only know her as the voice of Seymour Skinner, he. Skinner 1947-2018 Biloxi lillie Seymour Skinner is a child when she first appeared in `` Meets... And Josh Weinstein were excited about the episode `` the Principal and the new Snowball, and Milhouse with Bouvier. News: Al Jean working on a new dish, I 'll just be along... Character from the Springfield Shopper: season 33 News: Al Jean working a. Is an impostor the interim Principal of Springfield Elementary school Principal, 2018 he still a. Quickly excuses himself to Lisa and the Pauper '', nods at Lisa and Pauper... Were excited about the episode was negatively received by fans and critics over the sudden change of Skinner 's system! He would continually mispronounce words lost her passion for teaching teacher on `` the Simpsons non ….... Act of corporal punishment, he confiscates a laser gun from Bart and his!