Springfield dressed in green, white, and red. In what is already considered one of the most significant episodes for the Hispanic audience, the season finale of The Simpsons transformed into a love letter to Mexico, paying tribute to the pillars of its cultural identity. In the episode, titled “The Fall Guy-Yi-Yi!”, the twelfth episode of season 37, which premiered on December 28, Homer accidentally becomes Bumblebee Man's secret stunt double, a decision that revitalizes the career of the popular Mexican character from Springfield. The episode stands out for intertwining the series' usual satire with references to Mexican culture, migration, and identity. The return of the “King”: Humberto Velez in Springfield. The most nostalgic moment for Mexican fans was, without a doubt, the appearance of the iconic Mexican voice actor Humberto Velez. The voice actor, who brought Homer Simpson to life for the first 15 seasons, not only lent his voice but was also immortalized with his own character within Matt Groening's universe. This gesture was seen as official recognition of the importance of Mexican dubbing, which has been fundamental to the series' global success in Latin America. A parade of stars: From Los Tigres del Norte to Gonzalez Inarritu. The episode spared no references to Mexican culture from all areas, bringing together representative figures from music and film. The episode also included visual references to figures such as Pedro Infante, solidifying an atmosphere of nostalgia and national pride. A viral phenomenon. After its premiere, the episode generated a wave of positive reactions on social media. Users celebrated that, after decades of history, the series took the time to pay specific and respectful tribute to one of its largest fan communities in the world.

This season finale not only reaffirms the enduring appeal of The Simpsons, but also strengthens the ties between American pop culture and Mexican heritage.