Simpson’s composer Alf Clausen ‘fired’ after 27 years on show as producers go in ‘different direction’

The show's long-standing composer confirmed the news on his Twitter account 
Fired: Simpson’s composer Alf Clausen has been fired after 27 years
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Jennifer Ruby31 August 2017
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Award-winning composer Alf Clausen has reportedly been fired from The Simpsons after 27 years.

The cartoon’s long-standing composer told Variety that producers had decided to go in an alternative direction and for a “different kind” of music.

According to the magazine, Clausen received a phone call from producer Richard Sakai informing him that his skills were no longer required on the show.

He thanked his fans in a tweet on Friday, which read: “Thank you for all of the support...unfortunately, the news is true...”

Family Guy creator Seth MCFarlane leant Clausen his support on the social media site, saying that it was “sad news”.

Show writer Kalen Horson added: “Alf Clausen is as important to that show as some cast members, so the decision, like the daily decision to let the show live, is appalling.”

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Clausen has won two Emmy awards for his work on the long-running comedy animation and 21 nominations, dating back to 1992.

He is currently the most-nominated composer in Emmy Award history, having racked up a total of 30 nominations during his career.

Clausen’s last score for the series was for the Season 28 finale, which aired all over the world back in May.

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