In the latest episode, titled 'Shoddy Heat,' it's explained that Homer's dad, Abe Simpson, made a deal to ensure his son never ended up unemployed.
Flashbacks show Abe worked as a private investigator. After his partner goes missing, Mr. Burns promises Abe a job for Homer in exchange for ending his investigation.
Showrunner Al Jean teased the big reveal about Homer on X days before the episode aired, noting the mystery had puzzled him since the show's beginning.
Viewer reactions on social media were enthusiastic about the reveal, with many expressing surprise at how wholesome the explanation was for Homer's enduring job.
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