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Simpsons Predicted Coronavirus, Murder Hornets, More

by Zachary Oct 22,2025

Occasionally, real-world events mirror moments from another universe—The Simpsons' animated world. This legendary Fox sitcom, often hailed as television's greatest achievement, has repeatedly foreshadowed actual historical moments with uncanny accuracy. Fans frequently exclaim "The Simpsons did it first!" when witnessing these eerie parallels. The latest such coincidence stems from a classic Season 4 episode that simultaneously anticipated both the COVID-19 pandemic and the emergence of invasive "murder hornets."

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