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Why is Bart Simpson waving the green flag at the Daytona 500?

Ahead of the 800th episode of "The Simpsons," one of the animated series' iconic characters got the 2026 Daytona 500 started. Here's why.

‘The Simpsons’ Bart Voice Actress Tells AI “Eat My Shorts,” Wants Human Successor: “AI Has No Heart”

After 800 episodes, The Simpsons‘ Nancy Cartwright has little confidence that artificial intelligence could do her job. The voice actress, who has played Bart Simpson on the long-running Fox animated

Bart Simpson announced as 2026 Daytona 500 honorary starter

The 800th episode of The Simpsons will air after the Daytona 500 Sunday. But beforehand, Bart Simpson will make an appearance at the racetrack.

Cartwright, 68, has been voicing the role of Bart for over 35 years

Cartwright, 68, recently spoke to PEOPLE exclusively at The Simpsons' 800th episode party in Hollywood, Calif. During the conversation, she shared that she does not want AI to be used to recreate her voice when she ultimately retires.

After 800 episodes, ‘The Simpsons’ creators look back — and ahead

The Simpsons” is reaching the 800-episode milestone. The people behind it say the show lasts because it always resets.

Daytona 500 Honorary Starter Bart Simpson Will Wave NASCAR's Green Flag

Bart Simpson will be the honorary starter for the 2026 Daytona 500 on FOX.

How ‘The Simpsons’ Made It to 800 Episodes — And Even Helped Save Star Yeardley Smith’s Life

"The Simpsons" celebrates its landmark 800th episode on Feb. 15. Here's how the show made it that far, and also saved star Yeardley Smith's life.
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Bart Simpson follows Terry Bradshaw and President Bush in taking important role

Bart Simpson will soon follow in the footsteps of FOX Sports' Terry Bradshaw and President George H.W. Bush after being named the Daytona 500 honorary starter.