'The Simpsons' Apu Controversy Is
Addressed by Fox 'The Simpsons' character Apu, A 2017 documentary, The Problem With Apu from comedian Hari Kondabolu, forced a response episode of The Simpsons this past spring. The episode seemed to shrug off the controversy and sparked further backlash. Fox executives addressed the issue at the summer Television Critics Association press tour. Dana Walden, Fox Television Group chairman and CEO, via 'USA Today' Dana Walden, Fox Television Group chairman and CEO, via 'USA Today' Walden dampened rumors that The Simpsons run at Fox may be soon nearing its end. Dana Walden, Fox Television Group chairman and CEO, via 'USA Today'