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| birth_name = Matthew Abram Groening<br />
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| birth_place = [[Portland, Oregon]], U.S.<br />
| occupation = [[Cartoonist]], [[writer]], [[producer]], [[animator]]<br />
| years_active = 1977–present<br />
| notable_works = ''[[The Simpsons]]'', ''[[Futurama]]'', ''[[Disenchantment (TV series)|Disenchantment]]''<br />
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'''Matthew Abram Groening''' (born February 15, 1954) is an American [[cartoonist]], [[writer]], [[producer]], and [[animator]]. He is the creator of the [[comic strip]] ''[[Life in Hell]]'' and the [[television series]] ''[[The Simpsons]]'', ''[[Futurama]]'', and ''[[Disenchantment (TV series)|Disenchantment]]''. <br />
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== Early life ==<br />
Groening was born in [[Portland, Oregon]], the middle of five children. His father, Homer Philip Groening, was a [[filmmaker]], [[advertising|advertiser]], and [[cartoonist]]. His mother, Margaret Ruth, was a teacher. Groening attended [[Lincoln High School (Portland, Oregon)|Lincoln High School]] and later [[The Evergreen State College]] in [[Olympia, Washington]].<br />
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== Career ==<br />
=== ''Life in Hell'' ===<br />
Groening began his career with the comic strip ''[[Life in Hell]]'', which was based on his experiences in [[Los Angeles]]. The strip was a success and ran in [[alternative newspapers]] for over 30 years.<br />
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=== ''The Simpsons'' ===<br />
In 1987, Groening was approached by [[James L. Brooks]] to create a series of animated shorts for ''[[The Tracey Ullman Show]]''. This led to the creation of ''[[The Simpsons]]'', which debuted as a half-hour prime time show on [[Fox Broadcasting Company|Fox]] in 1989. ''The Simpsons'' has since become the longest-running American [[sitcom]] and the longest-running American [[animated series]].<br />
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=== ''Futurama'' ===<br />
In 1999, Groening created ''[[Futurama]]'', an animated series set in the 31st century. The show was initially canceled in 2003 but was revived in 2007 due to strong DVD sales and fan support. It ran until 2013 and has since gained a [[cult following]].<br />
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=== ''Disenchantment'' ===<br />
In 2018, Groening debuted ''[[Disenchantment (TV series)|Disenchantment]]'' on [[Netflix]]. The series is set in a medieval fantasy kingdom and follows the adventures of a rebellious princess, her elf companion, and her personal demon.<br />
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== Personal life ==<br />
Groening has been married twice and has several children. He is known for his distinctive art style and his influence on modern [[animation]] and [[comedy]].<br />
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== Awards and honors ==<br />
Groening has received numerous awards, including [[Primetime Emmy Awards]] for ''[[The Simpsons]]'' and ''[[Futurama]]''. He has also been inducted into the [[Television Hall of Fame]].<br />
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== Legacy ==<br />
Groening's work has had a significant impact on [[popular culture]], influencing a generation of [[cartoonists]] and [[animators]]. ''[[The Simpsons]]'' in particular has been praised for its satirical take on American life and its influence on [[television]].<br />
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== See also ==<br />
* [[List of The Simpsons episodes]]<br />
* [[List of Futurama episodes]]<br />
* [[List of awards and nominations received by The Simpsons]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
{{Wikiquote|Matt Groening}}<br />
{{Commons category|Matt Groening}}<br />
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[[Category:Television Hall of Fame inductees]]<br />
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