Short essay about Matt Groening, Creator of "The Simpsons"

My Icon - Matt Groening by Joel Califa I must admit that searching for a suitable candidate as an icon and role-model was not an easy task to complete in the last few days. There are very few men I look up to, and even fewer who I believe changed the world in one way or another. Finally, a minute or so ago, I picked a man worthy for the part. This man is Matt …

…released Simpsons related comic books and in 1995 he created "Zongo Comics" which released many more non-Simpsons related work. I feel Matt resembles me with his passion for drawing. All of this and the fact that I cannot possibly watch a Simpsons episode and not roll around laughing is why I chose Matt Groening as my icon, I admire him and believe he brought many hours of entertainment and joy to people all around the world.