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Kelsey Grammer's Prison Experience Came In Handy On The Simpsons

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Kelsey Grammer's real-life prison stint adds unexpected authenticity to his iconic Sideshow Bob role on The Simpsons.
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  • Grammer spent a short stint in prison in the 1980s, which he says helped him better understand the mindset of his Sideshow Bob character.
  • The Simpsons writers were able to incorporate Grammer's firsthand experience into an episode where Sideshow Bob is incarcerated, adding an extra layer of realism to the character's portrayal.
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Kelsey Grammer, The Simpsons, The Simpsons
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