Nancy Cartwright Was Impressed By Anne Hathaway’s A Capella Table Read For The Simpsons – Looper

In an interview with Liam McEwan, Nancy Cartwright, who voices Bart Simpson, Ralph Wiggum, Nelson Muntz, and other characters, revealed that “The Simpsons” has welcomed well over 400 celebrity guest stars. When asked to choose one in particular that stood out, she didn’t hesitate to provide an answer. For Cartwright, Anne Hathaway was a standout.

“I think she’s an amazing artist. She does comedy, she does drama, she appeals to the youth, she does dramatic stuff,” said Cartwright. “She had to sing [in ‘Once Upon a Time in Springfield’]. She played Krusty the Clown’s assistant and she had to sing this song [‘Moon River’]. She knew she was gonna have to learn the song, but she shows up at the table read and just a capella, just starts belting out any tune.”

Cartwright wasn’t the only one who felt Hathaway’s performances on “The Simpsons,” especially in “Once Upon a Time in Springfield,” were top-notch. In 2010, Hathaway took home the Emmy for outstanding voice-over performance for her portrayal of Princess Penelope. This wasn’t the only time that Hathaway was recognized for her vocal talents. In 2013, she took home the Academy Award for best supporting actress for her role of Fantine in “Les Misérables,” which sees her sing a chilling version of “I Dreamed a Dream.” Then, in early 2022, Hathaway shocked Kelly Clarkson on the “American Idol” winner’s talk show when she guessed — and belted out — “Since U Been Gone” before the host (and original performer of the song).

As Cartwright said, Hathaway can certainly do it all.