Homer Simpson named best film or TV character of past 20 years

The star character of long-running US cartoon series "The Simpsons" beat schoolboy wizard Harry Potter and vampire slayer Buffy to take top place in the survey for US magazine Entertainment Weekly.
Simpson's creator Matt Groening said millions of people were able to identify with Homer with his catchphrase "D'oh".
"The Simpsons," which is broadcast in more than 90 countries, is the longest-running US TV series in prime time, now in its 21st season.
"People can relate to Homer because we're all secretly propelled by desires we can't admit to," Mr Groening was quoted as telling Entertainment Weekly.
"Homer is launching himself head-first into every single impulsive thought that occurs to him. His love of whatever...is a joy to witness."
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