“The Simpsons” executive producer Matt Selman has spoken out about the surprising decision to “kill off” Marge Simpson during a flash-forward scene in the show’s Season 36 finale. Although the decision caused major controversy within the hit cartoon’s loyal fanbase, Selman slammed the backlash and claimed that it was “ridiculous.”

Rest easy, "Simpsons" fans. Executive producer Matt Selman has quelled calls of concern from fans of the long-running show following a shocking scene that left many jaws on the ground. In the episode "Estranger Things," the show flash-forwarded to a scene that featured the funeral of matriarch Marge Simpson.