Harry Shearer says he has never watched *The Simpsons* even though he has appeared in about 800 episodes as a voice actor. Both outlets report that Shearer is a longtime cast member whose work spans much of the series’ run, dating back to the show’s early years. He has provided voices for several recurring characters, including Mr. Burns and Ned Flanders, and also voices Principal Skinner. The accounts focus on the contrast between the scale of his involvement and his personal viewing habits, noting that he has not seen the series despite extensive participation. The reports present this as Shearer’s own perspective on his relationship to the show, rather than a commentary on production practices or audience reception. Overall, the two sources agree on his number of episode appearances, the fact that he has never watched the program, and the specific characters he voices.