- “I'm Bart Simpson, who the hell are you?”
- ―Bart Simpson to various people.
- “Cowabunga!”
- ―His other catchphrase.
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| Alias(es) | Bartman El Barto Cupcake Kid The "I Didn't Do It" Boy Edith Knickertwist Bartron Cowabunga Kid Baby Stink Breath Little Bro (by Tessa) Cosmo Rusty Bart-Dude/Bartman (by Otto Mann) Bart Bart Timmy O' Toole The Thing from Uranus Beautiful Bart Laddie Liberty Worthless attention-seeker (by Nullment) Cal A. Bunga Earring Boy Special Little Guy (by Marge) The Great Bart-o Naked Fairy Godboy Bart Flanders The Boy/Boy (by Homer) Ratboy (by Homer) Shoes Butt-back Steve Bennett Bartina (by women's prison warden in his imagination) Angry Drowning Boy (by Rayshelle) |
| Hair | Blonde (yellow) |
| Age | 10 |
| Occupation | Student at Springfield Elementary School KBXL Disc Jockey (Future) |
| Relatives | Parents: Homer Simpson and Marge Simpson Siblings: Flint Simpson, Tessa Simpson, Jassele Simpson, Dana Simpson, Lizzy Simpson, Lisa Simpson and Maggie Simpson Girlfriend: Melody Juniper Ex-Girlfriends: Jessica Lovejoy, Sarah Plain & Tall, Greta Wolfcastle, Summer Romance girl, Jenny Slater, Nikki McKenna, Laura Powers and Shauna Chalmers Ex-fiancés: Darcy and Mary Spuckler Wife (Future): Gina Vendetti Ex-Wife (Future): Jenda Sallington Children (Future): Picard Simpson, Kirk Simpson, Corvus Simpson, Lydia Simpson, Hattie Simpson, Vincent Simpson and Cashel Simpson Adoptive Parents-in-Law (Future): Jack Lassen and Elise Cantwell Ex Parents-in-Law (Future): Peter Sallington and Millie Sallington Siblings-in-Law (Future): Harris Lawton, Montaigne Prince, Emmet Esmin, Michael D'Amico, Milhouse Van Houten and Hudson Taylor Adoptive Siblings-in-Law (Future): Donny, Andy Lassen and Rita Lassen Ex Brother-in-Law (Future): Clyde Sallington Nieces/Nephews (Future): Helen Simpson, Sunny Prince, Sheldon Prince, Sean Esmin, Marlow Simpson, Anthony Simpson-D'Amico, Zia Van Houten, Chase Van Houten, Jilly Esmin, Jonathan Simpson-D'Amico, Angela Simpson, Judith Prince, Jane Simpson-D'Amico, Emelia Simpson-D'Amico, Maggie Taylor-Simpson, Jr. and John Taylor-Simpson Paternal Grandparents: Abe Simpson II and Mona Simpson (Deceased) Maternal Grandparents: Clancy Bouvier (Deceased) and Jacqueline Bouvier Aunts/Uncles: Patty Bouvier, Selma Bouvier, Edward Bouvier, Lacie Bouvier and Jackson Grunge Ex Uncles: Robert Terwilliger, Lionel Hutz, Troy McClure, Stu Discothèque, Abe Simpson II and Fit Tony Half-Aunts/Uncles: Herbert Powell, Elise Powell, Abbey Simpson and Vlad Giffin Cousins: Hank Simpson, Alwar Bouvier, Robert Bouvier, Lawrence Bouvier, Gordo Grunge and Sierra Grunge Half Cousins: Harley Simpson, Thurston Powell, Jessie Simpson, Bella Powell and Felicity Powell Adoptive-Cousin: Ling Bouvier Half Cousin-in-Law: Erin Simpson Cousins-in-Law (Future): Quincy Lexington, Plum Harris, Nicole Kellis, Mandy Grunge and Jeff Sanford Adoptive Cousin-in-Law (Future): Dawson Larkey Second Cousins (Future): Darrin Bouvier, Sheryl Bouvier, Robert Bouvier Jr., Mark Grunge, Ibriz Bouvier, Fred Sanford and Iris Grunge Adoptive Second Cousins (Future): Ling Bouvier, Jr., Bradon Larkey and Helena Larkey First-Cousins-Once-Removed: Omar Simpson, Dr. Simpson, Frank Simpson, Millionaire Actor, Valerie Togasaki-Rothman, Bernie Olsen, Marnie Simpson, Dotty Bouvier, Tootsie Bouvier, Rowena Bouvier. Alfreda Bouvier II, Pierre Bouvier and Cousin Dot Second Cousins: Stanley Simpson, Holly Bouvier, Polly Bouvier. Dolly Bouvier. and Lolly Bouvier Double-Second Cousins: Brit Simpson, Lily Simpson, and Magpie Simpson Great-Grandfathers: Orville Simpson, Bjorn Olsen, Pépé Bouvier, and Ferdinand Gurney Great-Grandmothers: Yuma Hickman, Bambi Petitbois, and Alvarine Bisque Granduncles: Cyrus Simpson, Chet Simpson, Bill Simpson, Tyrone Simpson, Fester Simpson, Hubert Simpson, JoJo Bouvier, Chester Bouvier, Herman Bouvier, and Uncle Lou Grandaunts: Charlene Bouvier, and Gladys Gurney Housemate: Graggle Simpson |
| First Appearance | "Good Night" |
| Voiced By | Nancy Cartwright |
Bartholomew JoJo "Bart" Simpson (born February 23, 1979) is the middle child and youngest son of Homer and Marge Simpson, the younger brother of Flint, Tessa, Jassele and Dana Simpson and the older brother of Lizzy, Lisa and Maggie Simpson.
Bart is the spiky-haired, energetic middle child of the Simpson family. Renowned for his rebellious antics and knack for causing chaos, Bart’s personality is a blend of curiosity, mischief, and occasional charm. Despite his troublemaking tendencies, he has shown moments of bravery, creativity, and kindness.
Nicknamed “Cosmo” after discovering a comet, Bart has also been a feature in numerous comics like Critical Hit, Simpsons Treasure Trove #11, and Winter Wingding. His popularity even earned him his own 100-issue comic series, Simpson Comics Presents Bart Simpson. Matt Groening loosely based Bart’s character on himself and his older brother, Mark.
Accomplishments
Even at a young age, Bart has achieved a surprising amount for a kid his age. He won an award for his Angry Dad web series and discovered a comet that was named after him. He also performed in a successful band with Milhouse, Nelson, Martin and Ralph.
Personality
Bart Simpson is the mischievous, rebellious, and unpredictable son of Homer and Marge Simpson. Known for his iconic spiky hair and slingshot skills, Bart is the quintessential troublemaker at Springfield Elementary School. Despite his chaotic nature, Bart has a good heart and occasionally shows glimpses of maturity and intelligence. His love for pranks, skateboarding, and stirring up chaos is balanced by moments of surprising compassion.
Bart’s chaotic behavior often lands him in trouble, but his quick wit and cunning help him navigate sticky situations. He’s had many alter egos and nicknames over the years, including Bartman, El Barto, and the "I Didn't Do It" Boy.
Future
Age 12:
Sporting a mullet and feeling overshadowed by Lisa at his birthday, Bart runs off to break streetlamps with Milhouse. After Milhouse’s arrest, Bart hides at the retirement home where Grampa gives him a BMX bike, sparking a new passion.
Age 15:
Now a talented BMX stunt rider, Bart’s life is still riddled with reckless behavior. After a failed stunt during a competition, Lisa rescues him, making him reflect on his impulsive lifestyle.
Age 18:
As a senior at Springfield High School, Bart tries to pursue art but struggles with finding his purpose. His relationship with Jenda crumbles due to his lack of direction, and he briefly takes a job at the Kwik-E-Mart. After heroically stopping a robbery, Bart earns a Yale scholarship but gives it to Lisa to save her from a bleak future.
Age 20:
Taking his sister’s advice, Bart opens a bike customization shop. His creativity shines, especially in a large mural dedicated to Lisa.
Age 25:
Now a demolition worker and vehicle crusher, Bart is battling his own inner conflicts and plans to attend law school when he’s “done releasing all his aggression.” By this point, he’s been divorced twice but is notably more kind-hearted than his younger self.
Age 40:
Living as a struggling musician and a father of two boys, Picard and Kirk, Bart is divorced from Jenda, who has moved on with someone else. He spends Christmas teaching his kids valuable life lessons and occasionally helps Lisa with her political struggles. His new catchphrase: “You used to be cool, man.”
Age 41:
Working at Cretaceous Park, Bart struggles with loneliness and lingering feelings for Jenda. After undergoing a bizarre experience involving a brainwashing clinic, he decides to grow up. He becomes a DJ at KBXL, remarries Gina Vendetti, and gains custody of his boys, later expanding his family to include five more children: Corvus, Lydia, Hattie, Vincent and Cashel.
Age 50:
Bart achieves his goal of graduating law school and eventually becomes Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. In Marge’s imagination, he also ends up as a sleazy male stripper.
Age 70:
Bart retires to the Springfield Retirement Castle, where he spends his days with Milhouse.
Age 80:
Bart’s last prank goes tragically wrong when fireworks he launches with the message “Skinner Sucks” cause Principal Skinner to suffer a fatal heart attack, and Skinner’s collapsing body inadvertently kills Bart.
Friends
- Milhouse Van Houten (best friend)
- Lewis Clark
- Richard
- Grace Lexington (neighbor)
- Pria Nahasapeemapetilon
- Nick Landoff
- Derion Newton
- Tanya Sherwood
- Wendell Borton
- Anica Terwilliger
- Warren Van Horne
- Nelson Muntz
- Donny
- Mark Taylor
- Nikki McKenna
- Gina Vendetti (sometimes)
- Freddy Demon
- Diggs Slater
- Sidney Braxton
- Gerald Harris
- Martin Prince, Jr.
Enemies
- Robert Terwilliger (arch-nemesis)
- Mr. Burns
- Homer Simpson (sometimes)
- Nullment
- Russ Cargill
- Jack Lassen
- Gina Vendetti (frenemy)
- Nelson Muntz (sometimes)
- Jimbo Jones
- Dolph Starbeam
- Kearney Zzyzwicz
- Tessa Simpson (sometimes)
- Seymour Skinner (sometimes)
- Marge Simpson (sometimes)
- Milhouse Van Houten (sometimes)
- Paula Skinner (sometimes)
- Elena Skinner
Memorable Quotes
“Ay caramba!”
"Cowabunga!”
"Eat my shorts!”
"Get Bent!”
”Cooooooool!”
"Don’t have a cow man...”
Trivia
Trivia
- Bart's rebellious nature was inspired by creator Matt Groening's own childhood experiences.
- Despite his chaotic persona, Bart has repeatedly shown surprising intelligence, particularly in areas like creativity and strategy.
- In various storylines, Bart has pursued everything from music and art to law and demolition work.
- His nickname “Cosmo” remains one of the few achievements he’s genuinely proud of.
- Bart’s relationship with Lisa is often competitive but deeply caring underneath the banter.
- As an adult, Bart often struggles with finding purpose and balancing his mischievous nature with maturity.
- Bart’s multiple marriages and chaotic personal life suggest he’s always searching for happiness, even if his methods are flawed.
- His bond with Milhouse remains one of his most enduring relationships over the years.
- The phrase “You used to be cool, man” reflects Bart’s frustration with the world around him as he ages.
- Bart’s creativity peaks in his bike customization shop, where he finally channels his talents into something productive.