In a recent poll to mark the 20th anniversary of The Simpsons, Bart has been named as the nation's favourite Simpsons character by the brand's official comic.

Homer Simpson was second, with Lisa and Maggie in third and fourth places respectively.

"Picking up nearly half of all the votes cast, Bart was a clear winner - demonstrating the ongoing popularity of Springfield's anarchic first son with UK Simpsons fans," said Jo Browne, brand manager of Simpsons Comics.

Krusty the Clown, Marge, Mr Burns, Ned Flanders, Moe and Santa's Little Helper completed the top ten.

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