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	~~[[File:You Kent Always Say What You Want.png\|thumb]] [[File:Brad bird cropped 2009.jpg\|thumb]]~~ {{Infobox character		{{Infobox character
	\| name = Kent Brockman		\| name = Kent Brockman
	\| ~~series~~ = ~~The Simpsons~~		\| image = [[File:Brad_bird_cropped_2009.jpg\|thumb\|right\|200px\|Kent Brockman is voiced by [[Harry Shearer]].]]
	\| ~~image = <!-- Image placeholder, do not include images -->~~		\| first = "[[Krusty Gets Busted]]"
	\| first = "Krusty Gets Busted"		\| gender = Male
	\| ~~voiced by~~ = ~~Harry Shearer~~
	\| occupation = News anchor		\| occupation = News anchor
	~~\| gender = Male~~
	\| family = Daughter: Brittany Brockman		\| family = Daughter: Brittany Brockman
			\| voiced by = [[Harry Shearer]]
	}}		}}

	'''Kent Brockman''' is a fictional character from the animated television series ''[[The Simpsons]]''. He is the principal news anchor for ~~the local television station~~ [[Channel 6]] in ~~the fictional town of~~ [[Springfield]]. Brockman is known for his bombastic and often sensationalist reporting style, which frequently ~~serves as a satirical commentary on real-world media practices~~.		'''Kent Brockman''' is a fictional character from the animated television series ''[[The Simpsons]]''. He is the principal news anchor for [[Channel 6]], the local television station in [[Springfield]]. Brockman is known for his bombastic and often sensationalist reporting style, which frequently leads to humorous and exaggerated news segments.

	==Character Overview==		==Character Overview==
	Kent Brockman is portrayed as a seasoned journalist who has been a staple of Springfield's media landscape for many years. ~~He is~~ often ~~depicted as~~ self-~~important and somewhat out of touch with the average citizen, reflecting a common stereotype of television news personalities~~. ~~Despite his flaws, Brockman~~ is ~~a professional who takes~~ his ~~job seriously~~, ~~even if his reporting sometimes veers into~~ the ~~absurd~~.		Kent Brockman is portrayed as a seasoned journalist who has been a staple of Springfield's media landscape for many years. Despite his professional demeanor on camera, Brockman often displays a cynical and self-serving attitude off-screen. He is known for his willingness to sensationalize news stories to boost ratings, often at the expense of journalistic integrity.

	===Personality===		===Personality===
	Brockman is characterized by his ~~deep, authoritative voice~~ and ~~his tendency to sensationalize news stories~~. He often ~~displays a cynical view of~~ the ~~world~~, ~~which is evident in~~ his reporting style~~. Brockman is also shown to be somewhat vain, as he~~ is ~~very conscious of his on-screen appearance~~ and ~~reputation.~~		Brockman is characterized by his arrogance and self-importance. He often assumes that he is the most trusted and respected figure in Springfield, despite his frequent blunders and misjudgments. His reporting style is marked by hyperbole and a tendency to jump to conclusions, which sometimes leads to public panic or misinformation.

	~~===Catchphrases===~~
	~~One of Brockman's most famous catchphrases is "I, for one, welcome our new insect overlords," which he uttered during~~ a ~~broadcast when he mistakenly believed that giant ants had taken over the world. This line has become emblematic of his~~ tendency to jump to conclusions ~~and his willingness to pander~~ to ~~perceived authority~~.

	==~~Role in ''The Simpsons''~~==		===Career===
	Kent Brockman ~~has appeared~~ in ~~numerous episodes of ''The Simpsons''~~, ~~often as a vehicle for satirizing~~ the ~~media industry~~. ~~His character provides commentary on~~ the ~~nature of news reporting~~, ~~the influence of media on public perception~~, and ~~the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists~~.		Kent Brockman began his career in journalism at a young age, quickly rising through the ranks to become the lead anchor at Channel 6. Over the years, he has covered numerous major events in Springfield, from political scandals to natural disasters. Despite his flaws, Brockman remains a popular figure among Springfield's residents, who tune in to his broadcasts for both news and entertainment.

	===Notable Episodes===		===Notable Episodes===
	* ~~'''~~"~~Krusty Gets Busted"''' - Brockman makes his first appearance in this episode, reporting on the arrest of~~ [[~~Krusty the Clown]].~~		* In "[[Bart's Comet]]", Brockman famously declares "I, for one, welcome our new insect overlords" during a broadcast about a comet threatening Springfield, showcasing his tendency to overreact.
	* '''"Bart's Comet"~~''' -~~ Brockman ~~reports on~~ a comet ~~heading towards~~ Springfield, showcasing his tendency to ~~sensationalize news~~.		* In "[[Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment]]", Brockman reports on a cable piracy scandal, highlighting his role in covering controversial topics.
	* ~~'''~~"Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment"~~''' -~~ Brockman ~~is seen reporting~~ on a ~~boxing match~~, highlighting his role ~~as a versatile news anchor~~.

	==Cultural Impact==		==Cultural Impact==
	Kent Brockman has become an iconic character in ''The Simpsons'', representing the archetype of the ~~television~~ news anchor. His ~~character is often used~~ to ~~critique~~ the ~~sensationalism and superficiality~~ of ~~modern news~~ media. ~~The phrase "I~~, for ~~one~~, ~~welcome our new~~ [~~blank~~] ~~overlords" has entered popular culture~~ as ~~a humorous way to express exaggerated submission to authority~~.		Kent Brockman has become an iconic character in ''The Simpsons'', representing the archetype of the sensationalist news anchor. His catchphrases and memorable moments have been referenced in various media and have contributed to discussions about the role of media in society.

			==Voice Actor==
			Kent Brockman is voiced by [[Harry Shearer]], who also provides the voices for several other characters on ''The Simpsons'', including [[Mr. Burns]] and [[Ned Flanders]]. Shearer's performance as Brockman captures the character's blend of professionalism and absurdity.

	==Also see==		==Also see==
	* [[The Simpsons]]		* [[The Simpsons]]
	* [[Channel 6]]		* [[Channel 6]]
	* [[~~Krusty the Clown~~]]		* [[Harry Shearer]]
	* [[Springfield (The Simpsons)]]		* [[Springfield (The Simpsons)]]
	* [[List of The Simpsons characters]]		* [[List of The Simpsons characters]]
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	[[Category:Fictional ~~journalists~~]]		[[Category:Fictional television personalities]]
	[[Category:~~Television~~ characters introduced in 1990]]		[[Category:Animated characters introduced in 1990]]

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	[[File:~~Kent_Brockman~~.~~jpg~~\|thumb~~\|Kent_Brockman~~]] [[~~file~~:~~You_Kent_Always_Say_What_You_Want~~.~~png\|right~~\|thumb~~\|You_Kent_Always_Say_What_You_Want~~]] ~~[[file:Brad_bird_cropped_2009.jpg~~\|~~right~~\|~~thumb~~\|~~Brad_bird_cropped_2009]]~~ '''Kent Brockman''' is a fictional character from the animated television series ''[[The Simpsons]]''. He is the principal news anchor for the local television station [[Channel 6]] in the town of [[~~Springfield (The Simpsons)\|~~Springfield]]. ~~The character~~ is ~~voiced by [[Harry Shearer]]~~.		[[File:You Kent Always Say What You Want.png\|thumb]] [[File:Brad bird cropped 2009.jpg\|thumb]] {{Infobox character
			\| name = Kent Brockman
			\| series = The Simpsons
			\| image = <!-- Image placeholder, do not include images -->
			\| first = "Krusty Gets Busted"
			\| voiced by = Harry Shearer
			\| occupation = News anchor
			\| gender = Male
			\| family = Daughter: Brittany Brockman
			}}

			'''Kent Brockman''' is a fictional character from the animated television series ''[[The Simpsons]]''. He is the principal news anchor for the local television station [[Channel 6]] in the fictional town of [[Springfield]]. Brockman is known for his bombastic and often sensationalist reporting style, which frequently serves as a satirical commentary on real-world media practices.

	==Character Overview==		==Character Overview==
	Kent Brockman is ~~depicted~~ as a seasoned journalist with a ~~somewhat cynical~~ and ~~opportunistic personality~~. He often ~~reports~~ on ~~the various bizarre~~ and ~~humorous events that occur in Springfield~~. Brockman is ~~known~~ for ~~his catchphrase~~, ~~"My two cents~~," which he ~~uses~~ to ~~conclude~~ his ~~editorial segments~~.		Kent Brockman is portrayed as a seasoned journalist who has been a staple of Springfield's media landscape for many years. He is often depicted as self-important and somewhat out of touch with the average citizen, reflecting a common stereotype of television news personalities. Despite his flaws, Brockman is a professional who takes his job seriously, even if his reporting sometimes veers into the absurd.

			===Personality===
			Brockman is characterized by his deep, authoritative voice and his tendency to sensationalize news stories. He often displays a cynical view of the world, which is evident in his reporting style. Brockman is also shown to be somewhat vain, as he is very conscious of his on-screen appearance and reputation.

			===Catchphrases===
			One of Brockman's most famous catchphrases is "I, for one, welcome our new insect overlords," which he uttered during a broadcast when he mistakenly believed that giant ants had taken over the world. This line has become emblematic of his tendency to jump to conclusions and his willingness to pander to perceived authority.

	==Role in ''The Simpsons''==		==Role in ''The Simpsons''==
	Brockman has ~~been a recurring character since the first season~~ of ''The Simpsons''~~. He is~~ often ~~seen delivering~~ the ~~news~~ on ~~Channel 6, covering a wide range~~ of ~~stories from mundane local events to extraordinary occurrences. His~~ reporting ~~style is characterized by a mix of professionalism and sensationalism.~~		Kent Brockman has appeared in numerous episodes of ''The Simpsons'', often as a vehicle for satirizing the media industry. His character provides commentary on the nature of news reporting, the influence of media on public perception, and the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists.

	~~==Notable Episodes==~~
	* '''"[[Bart Gets Famous]]"''' - In this episode, ~~Brockman interviews [[Bart Simpson]] after he becomes a local celebrity.~~
	* '''"[[Krusty Gets Busted]]"''' - Brockman covers the ~~story~~ of ~~[[Krusty the Clown]] being framed for armed robbery.~~
	* '''"[[Homer vs. Lisa and the ~~8th Commandment]]"''' - Brockman reports on the moral implications of cable television theft~~.

	==~~Personality and Traits~~==		===Notable Episodes===
	~~Kent~~ Brockman ~~is often portrayed as self~~-~~serving and willing~~ to sensationalize news ~~stories for higher ratings~~. ~~Despite this, he occasionally shows moments of genuine concern for~~ the ~~community. He~~ is ~~also depicted as being quite wealthy~~, ~~often flaunting~~ his ~~success~~.		* '''"Krusty Gets Busted"''' - Brockman makes his first appearance in this episode, reporting on the arrest of [[Krusty the Clown]].
			* '''"Bart's Comet"''' - Brockman reports on a comet heading towards Springfield, showcasing his tendency to sensationalize news.
			* '''"Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment"''' - Brockman is seen reporting on a boxing match, highlighting his role as a versatile news anchor.

	==Cultural Impact==		==Cultural Impact==
	Kent Brockman has become an iconic character in ~~popular culture~~, representing the archetype of the ~~sensationalist~~ news anchor. His character ~~has been referenced in various other~~ media ~~and~~ has ~~contributed~~ to ~~discussions about media ethics and the role of journalism in society~~.		Kent Brockman has become an iconic character in ''The Simpsons'', representing the archetype of the television news anchor. His character is often used to critique the sensationalism and superficiality of modern news media. The phrase "I, for one, welcome our new [blank] overlords" has entered popular culture as a humorous way to express exaggerated submission to authority.

	==~~Related Characters==~~		==Also see==
	* [[Homer Simpson]]
	* [[Marge Simpson]]
	* [[Lisa Simpson]]
	* [[Bart Simpson]]
	* [[Maggie Simpson]]
	* [[Krusty the Clown]]
	* [[Sideshow Bob]]

	~~==Related Pages~~==
	* [[The Simpsons]]		* [[The Simpsons]]
	* [[List of The Simpsons characters]]
	* [[Channel 6]]		* [[Channel 6]]
			* [[Krusty the Clown]]
	* [[Springfield (The Simpsons)]]		* [[Springfield (The Simpsons)]]
	* [[~~Harry Shearer~~]]		* [[List of The Simpsons characters]]

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	~~==Categories==~~
	[[Category:The Simpsons characters]]		[[Category:The Simpsons characters]]
	[[Category:Fictional journalists]]		[[Category:Fictional journalists]]
	[[Category:Television characters introduced in 1990]]		[[Category:Television characters introduced in 1990]]
	~~[[Category:Animated characters]]~~

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[[File:Kent_Brockman.jpg|thumb|Kent_Brockman]] [[file:You_Kent_Always_Say_What_You_Want.png|right|thumb|You_Kent_Always_Say_What_You_Want]] [[file:Brad_bird_cropped_2009.jpg|right|thumb|Brad_bird_cropped_2009]] '''Kent Brockman''' is a fictional character from the animated television series ''[[The Simpsons]]''. He is the principal news anchor for the local television station [[Channel 6]] in the town of [[Springfield (The Simpsons)|Springfield]]. The character is voiced by [[Harry Shearer]].

==Character Overview==
Kent Brockman is depicted as a seasoned journalist with a somewhat cynical and opportunistic personality. He often reports on the various bizarre and humorous events that occur in Springfield. Brockman is known for his catchphrase, "My two cents," which he uses to conclude his editorial segments.

==Role in ''The Simpsons''==
Brockman has been a recurring character since the first season of ''The Simpsons''. He is often seen delivering the news on Channel 6, covering a wide range of stories from mundane local events to extraordinary occurrences. His reporting style is characterized by a mix of professionalism and sensationalism.

==Notable Episodes==
* '''"[[Bart Gets Famous]]"''' - In this episode, Brockman interviews [[Bart Simpson]] after he becomes a local celebrity.
* '''"[[Krusty Gets Busted]]"''' - Brockman covers the story of [[Krusty the Clown]] being framed for armed robbery.
* '''"[[Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment]]"''' - Brockman reports on the moral implications of cable television theft.

==Personality and Traits==
Kent Brockman is often portrayed as self-serving and willing to sensationalize news stories for higher ratings. Despite this, he occasionally shows moments of genuine concern for the community. He is also depicted as being quite wealthy, often flaunting his success.

==Cultural Impact==
Kent Brockman has become an iconic character in popular culture, representing the archetype of the sensationalist news anchor. His character has been referenced in various other media and has contributed to discussions about media ethics and the role of journalism in society.

==Related Characters==
* [[Homer Simpson]]
* [[Marge Simpson]]
* [[Lisa Simpson]]
* [[Bart Simpson]]
* [[Maggie Simpson]]
* [[Krusty the Clown]]
* [[Sideshow Bob]]

==Related Pages==
* [[The Simpsons]]
* [[List of The Simpsons characters]]
* [[Channel 6]]
* [[Springfield (The Simpsons)]]
* [[Harry Shearer]]

==Categories==
[[Category:The Simpsons characters]]
[[Category:Fictional journalists]]
[[Category:Television characters introduced in 1990]]
[[Category:Animated characters]]

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