Marge Simpson Quebec’s Voice,Béatrice Picard, Passed Away At 96

Marge Simpson Quebec’s Voice,Béatrice Picard, Passed Away At 96

The world of Quebec entertainment and animation is in mourning. Marie Thérèse Béatrice Picard, the beloved Canadian actress who served as the iconic Quebec French voice of Marge Simpson for decades, has passed away at the age of 96.

Picard’s remarkable career spanned over six decades, making her a foundational figure in French-Canadian performing arts. She first captured the public’s heart as Angelina Desmarais in the pioneering *télé-roman* “Le survenant” in the early days of French-language television. This role launched her into a prolific career that included popular televised comedies like “Cré Basile” and “Symphorien,” numerous theatre productions, summer plays, and films.

However,to generations of Quebec viewers, her most recognizable role was the patient, loving, and distinctively groaning voice of Marge Simpson. She brought the Springfield matriarch to life in French with a warmth and personality that resonated deeply, making the character uniquely Quebecois for her audience.

Her talent was recognized with prestigious honors, including being named “Miss Radio, Télévision et Cinéma Monde” in 1958 and receiving the Order of Canada and the National Order of Quebec. She was also a Genie Award nominee in 2008 for her role in “My Aunt Aline.”

Béatrice Picard was more than a voice actor; she was a cultural icon whose work bridged generations and genres. Her passing marks the end of an era, but her vast legacy—from the early days of television to the enduring laugh of Marge Simpson—will continue to echo throughout Canadian culture.