The Simpsons Kills Alice Glick: Beloved Organist Gone for Good

The Shocking Death of Alice Glick

In a moment that left fans stunned, The Simpsons permanently killed off one of its longest-running characters, Alice Glick, in the Season 37 episode titled "Sashes to Sashes." The beloved organist of Springfield's First Church, who has graced our screens for 35 seasons, is gone for good.

A Legacy of Music and Humor

Alice Glick first appeared in the Season 2 episode "Three Men and a Comic Book" back in 1991. She was originally voiced by the legendary Cloris Leachman and later taken over by the talented Tress MacNeille. Over the years, Alice became a fixture in Springfield, often seen playing the organ during Reverend Lovejoy's sermons or interacting with the town's residents.

Not Her First Time Dying

Long-time fans will remember that this isn't the first time Alice has met her demise. In Season 22, she was seemingly killed by a rogue Robopet. However, she returned in subsequent episodes, sometimes alive and sometimes as a ghost, leading to confusion about her status.

This time, executive producer Tim Long has confirmed that Alice is dead as a doornail. In a statement to People, he said, "In a sense, Alice the organist will live forever, through the beautiful music she made. But in another, more important sense, yep she's dead as a doornail."

The Final Episode: "Sashes to Sashes"

In the latest episode, Alice died suddenly in the middle of a sermon, collapsing onto her organ. Her death sparked a storyline where she left her entire estate to Springfield Elementary to fund a new music program. However, the money was almost diverted by Mayor Quimby's son for a three-day musical festival. Thanks to Lisa and Bart's intervention, Alice's final wish was honored.

Fan Reactions

The internet was quick to react to the news. On X (formerly Twitter), one user wrote, "Alice Glick is dead...Again," while another mourned, "Nooo." Many fans expressed sadness over the loss, especially noting that Alice was one of the show's enduring background characters. Some even connected it to the recent death of Larry "the Barfly" Dalrymple, writing, "1st Larry, now Alice Glick. The Simpsons are killing off everyone...."

"For a show that has been on the air for over three decades, it's always looking for ways to surprise its audience. Alice Glick's permanent death is just another example of that."

A Final Note

Alice Glick's departure marks another loss for the town of Springfield. While the character may be gone, her legacy through the music program she funded will live on. Rest in peace, Alice Glick. You will be missed.