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HOMER SINGS WITH KID ROCK
GAY REFERENCES
Since the very first series, Simpsons writers have been sneaking references to Smithers's sexual orientation into the show. This page is an illustrated run down of some of the more identifiable moments from seasons 1-9.
After Bart's speech, Burns tells Smithers that he loves him. Smithers replies, "The feeling is more than mutual, sir."
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Brush with Greatness
Burns says "Somebody up there likes me Smithers." Smithers comments "Somebody down here likes you, too, sir."
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Homer Defined
1) As well as Smithers' dog, Hercules, there is a huge portrait of Burns in the photo in his wallet.
2) When the power plant appears to be about to meltdown ...
Smithers: Sir, there may be never be another time to say ... I love you, sir.
Burns: Oh, hot dog. Thankyou for making my last few moments on earth socially awkward!
3) Later on, Burns sighs Oh Smithers, I guess there's nothing left but to kiss my sorry butt good-bye." Smithers questions, "May I, sir?"
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Dog of Death
Smithers: People like dogs, Mr. Burns.
Burns: Nonsense. Dogs are idiots! Think about it, Smithers. If I came into your house and started sniffing at your crotch and slobbering all over your face, what would you say?
Smithers: Mmm, If you did it, sir?
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Treehouse of Horror III
Burns asks Smithers his opinion on Marge joining the crew, Smithers says, "I think women and sea-men don't mix." Burns replies, "We know what you think!"
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Marge Gets a Job
Burns lies on the floor watching Marge on his screens
Burns: You know that dream when you're in bed and they fly through the window?'
Smithers imagines Burns flying through his bedroom window. [Note the photo of Burns on his bedside cabinet]
Smithers: [groans] You've been reading my wishbook sir.
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Rosebud
1) Burns complains he won't get what he wants for his birthday. Smithers imagines Burns jumping out of a cake wearing nothing but a sash and singing "Happy Birthday, Mr. Smithers."
Later, in trying to cheer-up Burns, Smithers dresses up in a bear suit and asks Burns to hug him, squeeze him and tug at his fur (nice try smithers).
2) Check out Smithers' groan when Burns slams into him while they hang on the wire.
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Marge on the Lam
At the ballet ...
Burns: Bah! Far too much dancing, not nearly enough prancing!
Smithers: A little mincing would be nice.
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Bart's Inner Child
At the "Do What You Feel" Festival..
Burns: I feel like such a free spirit, and I'm really enjoying this so-called...iced ... cream.
Smithers: Sir, in the spirit of the festival and everything, I'd just like to say that...ah...I...love you.
Burns: Hmm?
Smithers: [quickly] In those colors! [aside] Oh, who am I kidding? The boathouse was the time!
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Lisa vs. Malibu Stacey
When Smithers turns on his computer to print out a document for Lisa, his boot pic is revealed as a nude animation of Burns which says "Hello, Smithers. You're quite good at turning me on."
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Secrets of a Successful Marriage
Smithers' flashback to his marriage..
Smithers: Um, I was married once, but, er, I just didn't know how to keep it together.
[flashback in black & white with a woman lying on a bed]
Woman: Come on, Waylon. Make love to me the way you used to!
Smithers: [pouring a drink] No!
Woman: It's that horrible Mr. Burns, isn't it?
Smithers: [shouting] You leave Mr. Burns outta this! [knocks the drinks to the floor]
Burns: [from outside] Smithers! [Smithers walks out in glee] Smithers!
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Lady Bouvier's Lover
1) When Smithers sees that Burns is bringing a woman back he growls quietly. The next day, he doesn't seem too pleased with Burns's good luck..
Burns: Smithers, guess what happened to me last night?
Smithers: I don't know, sir. You had sex with that old woman?
Burns: She said "no" to me! Do you know how many women have said "no" to me? One hundred thirty, but only one since I've become a billionaire. And she's the one for me. I'm in love! [Smithers groans]
Smithers: [unconvincingly] Whoop-de-do, sir.
2) Later on, Burns asks Smithers to help him write a love letter to Marge's mother...
Burns: Smithers, come over here and help me write a mash note to my girlfriend.
Smithers: [rolls his eyes] Fine. Darling one, read my words and hear my heart speak of a love soft and undying: a love that will be with you always. Sincerely, yatta, yatta, yatta.
Burns: That's marvelous! How did you think of that so fast?
Smithers: I [sob] sent it to you on your birthday! Excuse me, I have something in my eye!
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Sideshow Bob Roberts
Smithers defies Burns to help thwart Bob's plans saying "I've never gone behind Mr. Burns' back before but Sideshow Bob's ultra-conservative views, er, conflict with my...choice of lifestyle."
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Scenes From the Class Struggle In Springfield
Burns: Who's that lavatory linksman, Smithers?
Smithers: Homer Simpson, sir. One of the fork and spoon operators from Sector 7G.
Burns: Well, he's certainly got a loose waggle. Perhaps I've finally found a golfer worthy of a match with Monty Burns eh? [wiggles his bottom]
Smithers: [Looking on] Oh, his waggle is no match for yours, sir.
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Who Shot Mr. Burns? - Part 2
Smithers confesses he tried to march in the St. Patrick's Day parade, an event which gay groups have been banned from attending. Gays being banned from the parade in Springfield is mentioned in 'Homer vs. The Eighteenth Amendment'
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Homer the Smithers
Smithers vacations to a resort where taking photos isn't allowed and hangs out in an all male bar. In the background as he calls Burns the song 'Relax' (once banned on BBC radio because it was too gay and too sexy) is playing.
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Burns, baby Burns
Burns asks Smithers to take off his belt so that he can teach his son a lesson. Smithers replies "With pleasure sir!"
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Bart After Dark
Smithers is one of the people seen visiting the burlesque house. When Burns questions him he says "My parents insisted I give it a try, sir."
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Homer's Phobia
It is implied that John called off a date with Smithers..
When John is at a restaraunt with the simpsons, Smithers walks by...
Smithers: John!
John: Uhh, oh, Waylon! I'd like you to meet the Simpsons!
Smithers: I know the Simpsons. [sotto] So this is your sick mother?
John: Don't do this to me, Waylon.
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Simpson Tide
A little lame. The view pans past the village people singing on top of the submarine to reveal Smithers dancing beside them.
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Bart Star
A youthful Waylon (with big hair) appears in Homer's flashback to a gymnastics event announcing
"Well, that's the end of the girls' floor exercise, now let's bring on the men!!"
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Lisa the Skeptic
It seems the world is going to end at sunset, and all of Springfield are gathered on the hilltop.
Wiggum: 10 seconds till sun down.
Patty: [takes a drag on a cigarette] We did it, we beat cancer! [stubs it out].
Smithers: Oh.. What the hell. [grabs Burns and gives him a huge snog*.]
When Smithers later tries to excuse his behaviour Burns doesn't sound very convinced.
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Homer and the Cult
If you don't get this one, you must have a very pure mind ;)
Burns: You're right. We are getting screwed. There must be something I can do about this. Wait, yes. I think I know just the thing. Ha ha ha ha ha.
Smithers: Uh sir. You'll have to tell me what your plan is sir, or nothing will happen.
Burns: Oh ,yes, of course, the plan. You see me as a god? Right Smithers.
Smithers: Absolutely, sir.
Burns: You'd kneel before me.
Smithers: Boy, would I.
*Kiss
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