Character profile - Nelson Muntz

Nelson has been a fairly prominent character in "The Simpsons" since season 1. He has one of the most recognizable catch phrases in the show, and he is arguably one of the better developed characters. Originally developed as a main antagonist for Bart, this bully was introduced in the episode "Bart the Genral" where Bart organizes his classmates and declares war on Nelson. Nelson has since been shown as one of Bart's best friends... sometimes, other times he reverts to bullying Bart, but he usually is seen picking on Milhouse or Martin. He is also frequently seen with Dolph, Kearny and Jimbo. Nelson has a very troubled family life, his father is usually not present, but occasionally is there, and his mother is a sleazy usually unemployed woman who is so low, she is willing to date Moe. Lisa's first kiss was in Nelson, when she was trying to change him unsuccesfully. His trademark "Ha Ha" has been around for awhile, and in the newer seasons is being overused. On one memorable occasion Nelson, laughs at the wrong man who forces Nelson to march down the streets of Springfield with his pants down, while blowing kisses and waving at the citizens. While Springfield Elementary has school uniforms he forgets how his laugh goes, when trying to laugh at Bart he responds "Ha... Ho?" Like Bart Nelson isn't the brightest crayon in the box, as Bart mentions they are in all the same remedial classes, he also thinks your epidermis is your hair. In the end Nelson is a lonely child seeking adult aprooval and a real friendship, he longs to be reunited with his father, and pretends his mother is a good one. While only featured as a main character in a few episodes he has a role in several, usually involving Bart, but sometimes with another member of the Simpsons family.

Must See Episodes with Nelson: "Lisa's Date With Density", "Bart the General", "The Haw-Hawed Couple"

Best Quote: ""You wrecked Hitler's car. What'd he ever do to YOU?" From "Bart Carny"