Kelsey Grammer reveals the inspiration behind Sideshow Bob

"He was very cultured."
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Kelsey Grammer reveals the inspiration behind Sideshow Bob
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Ever wondered where Sideshow Bob's iconic voice comes from?

Well, Kelsey Grammer -- who voices The Simpsons' bushy-haired maniac -- is here to tell you.

Grammer appeared on The Graham Norton Show on Friday, where he explained how he first became involved in The Simpsons before going on to reveal the real-life person who inspired the Sideshow Bob voice.

Skip to 1:45 for an on-point Sideshow Bob impression.

Topics The Simpsons

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Sam Haysom

Sam Haysom is the Deputy UK Editor for Mashable. He covers entertainment and online culture, and writes horror fiction in his spare time.


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