The Simpsons fans devastated as legend who voiced six beloved characters retires

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The Simpsons fans have been left heartbroken after a star who voiced a staggering six characters announced their retirement.Pamela Hayden is due to leave the cast of the classic cartoon after almost 700 episodes, but added that the characters she voiced will "always have a special place in my heart." The 70-year-old will appear in the animation for the last time during its 36th season.

Hayden voiced a number of much-loved characters, from Bart Simpson's best friend Milhouse Van Houten to school bully Jimbo Jones and Ned Flanders' children Rod and Todd.

She also provided the voice of Lisa's friend Janey Powell. READ MORE: Mum with stage 4 cancer warns 'do not fall for biggest lie' she believed about illness READ MORE: Primark's perfect fluffy jumper will keep you warm all winter – shoppers wowed by price But in a tribute to the cast and crew of The Simpsons, Hayden said she would miss Milhouse the most, with the character a staple of the supporting roster of characters.

In a statement on her retirement, she said: "The time has come for me to hang up my microphone."It’s been an honour and a joy to have worked on such a funny, witty, and ground-breaking show...