Emmy-Winning 'Simpsons' Writer Dan McGrath Dies at 61

Dan McGrath, a renowned writer for the iconic animated series "The Simpsons," passed away on November 14th, 2025, at the age of 61. McGrath's sister, Gail McGrath Garabadian, confirmed his death in a Facebook post, describing him as a "special man, one of a kind" and expressing the family's heartbreak.

McGrath's impressive career spanned over two decades, during which he wrote 50 episodes of "The Simpsons" from 1992 to 1994 and produced an additional 24 episodes from 1996 to 1998. His work on the series earned him an Emmy Award in 1997 for outstanding animated program, specifically for the classic episode "Homer's Phobia."

Prior to his success on "The Simpsons," McGrath got his start writing for "Saturday Night Live" from 1991 to 1992, where he became a frequent collaborator with comedy legends Chris Farley and Adam Sandler. His other writing credits include popular shows like "King of the Hill," "Mission Hill," and "Muppets Tonight."

Born in Brooklyn, New York, McGrath graduated from Harvard University, where he served as the vice president of the prestigious Harvard Lampoon. His family has requested that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to his alma mater, Regis High School, to honor his legacy and prodigious talents.