The Real-Life Inspirations For 17 Simpsons Characters

From Mental Floss. MONTGOMERY BURNS Mr. Burns, Homer’s boss, is the richest man in Springfield (or the world). Mr. Burns was based on Olav T...

From Mental Floss.

MONTGOMERY BURNS
Mr. Burns, Homer’s boss, is the richest man in Springfield (or the world). Mr. Burns was based on Olav Thon, a Norwegian businessman who reputedly took over a couple of businesses in his town and shut them down. Also, Frederick Olsen, a reclusive millionaire, who owned several companies, including Timex, is mentioned as a Mr. Burns influence. And Matt

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