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Mint
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Who is Steve Pepoon? Emmy- winning writer for ‘The Simpsons' dies at 68
Emmy-winning writer Steve Pepoon, known for his work on 'The Simpsons', passed away at the age of 68 on May 3. Cardiac amyloidosis was reported to be the cause of his death which is a heart condition that the writer had been battling for two years before breathing his last on Saturday in his hometown Paola, Kansas. His family shared the news through a post on X, "It is with deep sadness that the family of Steve Pepoon announces his passing on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Steve was a beloved member of our family and was cherished by many friends. He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life event is being planned, and details will be shared soon." The American television writer, known for his work on 'The Simpsons', iconic shows like 'ALF' and 'Roseanne,' was born in Missouri's Kansas City in 1956. After graduating from Kansas State University, he moved to Los Angeles in 1979 to explore the entertainment industry. The breakthrough in his career came with a script in 1985, which later became an episode of 'Silver Spoons' that aired in January 1986. In 1991, he received the coveted Emmy Award for 'Outstanding Animated Program' for The Simpsons. At the 43rd Primetime Emmy Awards, his work received recognition and Steve Pepoon's The Simpsons episode "Homer vs Lisa and the 8th Commandment" won the prestigious Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Animated Program. Pepoon's career was marked by notable work on other legendary shows and all-time classics like Get a Life, It's Garry Shandling's Show and The Jackie Thomas Show, among others. Steve Pepoon was married to Mary Stephenson.
India Today
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Steve Pepoon, Simpsons and Wild Thornberrys Writer, dies at 68
Steve Pepoon, an Emmy-winning TV writer best known for his contribution to The Simpsons, died on May 3 at the age of 68. He died outside his home in Paola, Kansas, according to his wife, as confirmed to The Hollywood Reporter. Pepoon had been receiving treatment for cardiac amyloidosis, a rare heart condition, for the last two a statement, his family said: 'Steve was a loved member of our family and was loved by many friends. He will be deeply missed.'advertisementAs reported by The Standard, Pepoon made his mark in television with the classic Simpsons episode 'Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment' in 1991, during the show's second season. The episode, which is about a moral conflict between Homer and Lisa due to cable TV stealing, won an Emmy Award and is one of the best-known stories of the series. It also saw the introduction of the recurring character Troy The Simpsons, Pepoon wrote for several popular TV series including ALF, It's Garry Shandling's Show, and Roseanne. He also co-developed The Wild Thornberrys, the hit Nickelodeon animated series that aired from 1998 to other news, an episode of The Simpsons was recently removed from its planned airing in the UK. The Simpsons episode 'Lisa the Iconoclast' was pulled in the UK by Channel 4, following the failed assassination attempt on US President Donald Trump on July READ: Kali Uchis announces first arena tour: Dates, cities, and how to get tickets
NDTV
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Emmy-Award Winning Writer Steve Pepoon, Known For 'The Simpsons', Dies At 68
Steve Pepoon, an Emmy-winning writer for 'The Simpsons', has died at the age of 68. The writer had been battling cardiac amyloidosis, a heart condition, for two years before his unexpected death on May 3 in Paola, Kansas. Mary Stephenson, Mr Pepoon's wife, confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter. His family announced on Facebook: "It is with deep sadness that the family of Steve Pepoon announces his passing on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Steve was a beloved member of our family and was cherished by many friends. He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life event is being planned, and details will be shared soon." His Life And Legacy Born in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1956, Mr Pepoon moved to Los Angeles in 1979, breaking into TV with a script in 1985. His script later became an episode of 'Silver Spoons ' that aired in January 1986. Fifteen months later, he was hired as a staff writer on 'ALF', another NBC comedy, and wrote for its final three seasons through 1990. Mr Pepoon's career was marked by his work on other iconic shows like 'Roseanne' and 'The Wild Thornberrys', which he co-created. His most celebrated achievement was writing 'The Simpsons' episode '' Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment" (1991), earning a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program. The episode, centred on Homer's illegal cable hookup and Lisa's moral stand, showcased his sharp wit. His legacy includes a scholarship fund for Paola High students pursuing writing and film. Online Tributes His death sparked an outpouring of grief and heartfelt tributes from fans, colleagues, and the entertainment industry. Known for his sharp wit and storytelling, Mr Pepoon left an indelible mark on television, particularly through his work on 'The Simpsons'. Fans flooded social media platforms like X, sharing clips and quotes from the episode, which humorously tackled Homer's illegal cable hookup and Lisa's moral dilemma, praising its blend of comedy and heart. Many highlighted his ability to craft relatable, timeless stories that resonated across generations. One user wrote, "Rest in peace. Thank you for bringing hours and hours of entertainment to us." Another commented, "Rest in peace. It's been an amazing run since my childhood."
Daily Mirror
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'My husband has same illness as Simpsons' Steve Pepoon - what people don't know'
Steve Pepoon, the Emmy Award-winning writer famed for his work on The Simpsons, has passed away at 68 outside his home in Paola, Kansas. The talented writer was celebrated for the much-loved episode 'Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment', which first appeared on television screens back in 1991. Pepoon's creative genius extended beyond Springfield, however, as he co-created the Nickelodeon hit The Wild Thornberrys and contributed to other beloved series such as Rugrats, ALF, It's Garry Shandling's Show, and Roseanne. Pepoon's family have now shared a heartfelt statement on Facebook, revealing that he had been battling a rare heart condition known as cardiac amyloidosis for two years prior to his death on May 3. "It is with deep sadness that the family of Steve Pepoon announces his passing on Saturday, May 3, 2025," the statement read. "Steve was a beloved member of our family and was cherished by many friends. He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life event is being planned, and details will be shared soon." Tributes have since flooded social media, with fans and colleagues expressing their sorrow following the news and admiration for Pepoon's work. One person wrote: "This is the worst news. How can it be? He fought injustice until the end. A good human and great writer," while another shared their shock: "OMG! What terrible news. He was an inspiration to me. Sending love and light." Cardiac amyloidosis is just one type of amyloidosis, a group of rare diseases characterised by the accumulation of amyloid protein in the body, potentially impacting the heart, kidneys, liver, nerves, or digestive system, according to the NHS. Myeloma UK estimates that between 4,000 and 6,000 individuals in the UK are living with amyloidosis, with a significant number of cases likely undiagnosed. While there's no cure for the condition, treatments exist to help patients manage their symptoms. To raise awareness about living with amyloidosis, Tara Jay turned to social media after her husband was diagnosed with the disease. "Amyloidosis - my husband's diagnosis. Every time I talk about it, people are like, 'What is amyloidosis?'" she expressed at the beginning of her video. Tara mentioned that she had joined an amyloidosis support group on Facebook to find out what others wanted to know about the condition 'since no one seems to know anything about it'. "And there were quite a few takeaways and I'm just gonna go over all of them, things they say people should look for that they don't realise is a sign that amyloidosis may exist in their body, treatment options, how to find treatment, how to get tested and all that good stuff," Tara divulged. "But the bottom line is that they want everyone to know is almost no one knows anything about it, even doctors! The treatment for it is a cancer treatment, yet some doctors define it as cancer and some doctors don't, meaning that even the people who do understand this disease don't necessarily understand the disease." Amyloidosis may not be classified as cancer, but it's often linked to, and in some instances caused by, multiple myeloma, as noted by Myeloma UK. "And while this is a rare disease, it is becoming less and less rare because I think we're becoming more and more aware of the signs and finding it sooner and faster and earlier," commented Tara. The NHS outlines several common signs of amyloidosis, including severe fatigue, unintentional weight loss, breathlessness, swelling of the feet or legs, and distinctive bruising around the eyes. Other symptoms vary depending on which areas of your body are affected. For example, chest pains can accompany an irregular heartbeat if your heart is involved; digestive issues might be present if the gastrointestinal system is affected; frothy urine may appear if the kidneys are impacted; pain or unusual sensations in the hands and feet can point to the brain being affected. It's vital to remember that these symptoms can also be indicative of numerous other conditions, and having them does not mean you have amyloidosis. If you have any concerns, it's best to speak to your GP.
News.com.au
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
‘Deep sadness': Simpsons writer Steve Pepoon dies aged 68
The Simpsons writer Steve Pepoon has died unexpectedly aged 68. The Emmy award-winning writer had been undergoing treatment for a heart condition for the last two years before passing outside of his home in Paola, Kansas, The Sun reports. His wife Mary Stephenson confirmed his tragic passing on May 3. His devastated family said on Facebook: 'It is with deep sadness that the family of Steve Pepoon announces his passing on Saturday, May 3, 2025. 'Steve was a beloved member of our family and was cherished by many friends. 'He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life event is being planned, and details will be shared soon.' The veteran writer co-created popular Nickelodeon cartoon The Wild Thornberrys. The animated show was co-created alongside Arlene Klasky, Gábor Csupó, David Silverman, and Stephen Sustarsic. The show follows a family of wildlife documentary filmmakers known as The Thornberrys who adventure all over the world. Pepoon also worked on the hugely-popular Rugrats franchise, ALF, It's Garry Shandling's Show, and Roseanne. His most notable achievement came as a Primetime Emmy he received for writing an episode of The Simpsons. He wrote season 2, episode 13 of The Simpsons titled Homer Vs. Lisa And The 8th Commandment, which aired on February 7, 1991. In the episode, Homer gets an illegal cable hook-up while his daughter Lisa feels like the family are breaking the 8th Commandment which is 'though shall not steal'. In a 2016 interview, Mr Pepoon spoke about being chosen for Emmy consideration. The experienced writer said: 'For whatever reason, they chose my episode.' Mr Pepoon was born on May 19, 1956 in Kansas City, Missouri. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1978, before moving to Los Angeles to pursue his writing career. His first gig saw him working on ALF in 1987 as a staff writer. He then went on to write episodes of It's Garry Shandling's Show, Get A Life and the Ferris Bueller TV spin-off. He also had an acting role in the 1994 comedy Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult starring Leslie Nielson. Mr Pepoon had been suffering from the heart condition cardiac amyloidosis, which happens when a protein called amyloid builds up in your body. He is survived by his brothers, Michael and Bill; his sisters-in-law, Sonja and Francesca; his stepchildren, Katie and Nick; and his grandchildren, Micah, McKenzie, Lily, Audrey and Dean. The Sun and was republished with permission.
