My Top 10 Male and Female Simpsons Characters: #10

I love the Simpsons, but there are characters I love more than others. So I am counting down my top 10 characters that ever appeared on The Simpsons for both genders. They could be a main person on the show, or someone who lurks in the background.

I will count one-time characters (Would they even be on here though? Find out.), but no guest stars nor animals. Here we go.

MALE

10. Barney Grumble

Bio: Barney is Springfield's town drunk and Homer Simpson's best friend. Being a frequent customer at Moe's, drinking alcohol is his main hobby. His desperation for alcohol has been the source of many jokes. He remains friendly and good despite his unfortunate condition. However, Barney has worked in two successful jobs, as the Plow King, and owns a bowling alley with his uncle. In one episode, he tries to be sober by taking helicopter lessons, and it helped him overcome liquor a bit.

Why I like Barney: He's funny! He burps a lot and can act hilarious when near beer. In some episodes he was laying on the ground drinking and was very intoxicated. But at the end, he is still friendly to his buddies.

Fun Fact: Barney was an A-student back in high school, until he started drinking.

One Time Character: Nope, he has appeared in approximately one-third of The Simpsons episodes (and counting).

Funny Video: 

Barney's Birthday

FEMALE

10. Laura Powers

Bio: Laura is a tomboyish teenage girl who lived next door to the Simpsons. She is the first crush of Bart. While being a joker at times, she also has etiquette and manners. When Homer and Marge went for dinner, Laura babysit Bart, Lisa, and Maggie, and Bart grew a crush on her until she tells him she had a boyfriend. Bart tries his best to get rid of her boyfriend, Jimbo, and succeeds. At the end, Bart gets a kiss from her. Laura is laid-back and has a charming personality. Some of her extracurricular activities include babysitting and telling fortunes. 

Why I Like Laura: She would a great teenager to hang out with in real life. Laura was never mad in the episode and can joke around. She is a good person and I like the clothes she wears, too.

Fun Fact: Sara Gilbert voiced her back in 1992.

One Time Character: Yes, her next cameo was not until 15 years later, in the Simpsons Movie in 2007.

Funny Video:

Bart's Prank Call (ft. Laura Powers)

PS- As we count down, there will be a poster that will hide spoilers of the people I've picked. This is useful only if you're reading this on a phone.