VIDEO : 'The Simpsons' Producer Responds To Report That Apu Is Leaving The Series

A report surfaced Friday that Apu, The Simpsons' ultra-controversial Indian character, would be leaving the series permanently, and without explanation. However, just days after the news swept across the Internet, Simpsons producer/showrunner Al Jean is refuting the claims.

The initial report came from Indian-American producer Adi Shankar who spoke with IndieWire about the situation. On Sunday, Jean responded to the claims, saying that Shankar doesn't work for The Simpsons, therefore can't know what the show is planning to do with its characters.