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Marge Simpson

Marge Simpson is a fictional character in the animated television series *The Simpsons*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Marge Simpson is a fictional character in the animated television series *The Simpsons*. She is the wife of Homer Simpson and the mother of Bart, Lisa, and Maggie, and is portrayed as the family’s moral center and a patient, grounding presence. The character first appeared in the Simpsons short "Good Night" on *The Tracey Ullman Show*.

Character overview

Marge is presented as a patient, supportive, and often exasperated mother who tries to keep order in the Simpson household. She is widely described as a sitcom-style housewife and maternal figure, serving as the moral and emotional stabilizer of the family.

Creation and development

The character was created by Matt Groening and named after his mother, Margaret Groening. Marge first appeared in the Simpsons short "Good Night" on *The Tracey Ullman Show*.

Appearance and personality

Marge is recognized for her tall blue beehive hairstyle and raspy voice. Her personality is typically described as well-meaning, patient, and morally grounded.

Role in the franchise

Beyond the television series, Marge appears in related *Simpsons* media including film, games, comics, commercials, and theme-park attractions. She has also been depicted in a range of temporary jobs within storylines.

Key facts

  • Marge is one of the five main characters in *The Simpsons*.
  • She is the wife of Homer Simpson and mother of Bart, Lisa, and Maggie.
  • The character is known for her tall blue beehive hairstyle.
  • Marge is commonly depicted as the moral and emotional stabilizer of the Simpson family.
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Canadian context

Marge Simpson has broad recognition in Canada as part of *The Simpsons*, which has long been popular on Canadian television and in Canadian popular culture.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Marge Simpson?
Marge Simpson is a fictional character from *The Simpsons*, where she is Homer Simpson’s wife and the mother of Bart, Lisa, and Maggie.
What is Marge Simpson’s full name?
Her full name is Marjorie Bouvier Simpson, with Bouvier as her maiden name.
Who voices Marge Simpson?
Marge Simpson is voiced by Julie Kavner.
What is Marge Simpson known for?
She is known for her tall blue beehive hairstyle and for serving as the family’s moral and emotional center.
When did Marge Simpson first appear?
Her first appearance is listed as the Simpsons short "Good Night" from *The Tracey Ullman Show*.

References

  1. Simpsons Wiki - Fandomhttps://simpsons.fandom.com/wiki/Marge_Simpson
    Supports: Full name, family, role in the Simpson household, main-character status.
  2. Simple English Wikipediahttps://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marge_Simpson
    Supports: Voice actor, family members, hairstyle, naming inspiration, first appearance.
  3. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marge_Simpson
    Supports: Family role and moral-center description.
  4. French Wikipediahttps://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marge_Simpson
    Supports: Motherly role, moral force, sitcom-mother characterization.
  5. Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julie_Kavner
    Supports: Julie Kavner as the voice actor for Marge Simpson.
  6. Turkish Wikipediahttps://tr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marge_Simpson
    Supports: Creation context, naming after Matt Groening’s mother, early series history.