About
Dan Castellaneta is an American actor primarily known for his voice acting work. He is most famous for voicing Homer Simpson on the animated series "The Simpsons," a role he has held since the show's inception. In addition to Homer, Castellaneta voices numerous other characters on "The Simpsons," including Grampa Simpson, Krusty the Clown, and Barney Gumble. His talent for vocal versatility has made him a highly sought-after voice actor in the animation industry.
Career Timeline
"The Simpsons" begins
Castellaneta begins voicing Homer Simpson and other characters on "The Simpsons."
"Earthworm Jim" voice
Castellaneta voices in the show "Earthworm Jim".
"Hey Arnold!" voice work
Castellaneta voices grandpa in "Hey Arnold!". This expands his reach.
"The Simpsons" success
"The Simpsons" becomes a cultural phenomenon, solidifying Castellaneta's career.
"Futurama" voice acting
Castellaneta does voice acting for "Futurama" adding to his income.
"The Simpsons Movie"
Castellaneta voices in "The Simpsons Movie" making him more popular.
Emmy win for voice
Castellaneta wins an Emmy for his voice work on "The Simpsons."
"The Simpsons" legacy
Castellaneta continues to voice Homer Simpson, maintaining his status as a highly successful voice actor. The Simpsons maintains success.
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Last updated: February 24, 2026