| Richie Sakai
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Richie Sakai is an anesthesiologist and musician.
History
Sakai was among the Moe's Tavern customers listening to Homer tell his story of being a mascot for the Springfield Isotopes.[1]
He sang in the karaoke bar at the Happy Sumo restaurant. He sings "Gypsies, Tramps, and Thieves" which he dedicates to his wife, Pattie.[2]
He later appeared in Sideshow Bob's campaign ad as one of the convicts escaping from the revolving door prisons.[3]
He is mentioned in a long list of jazz musicians. He plays the vibraphone.[4]
Behind the Laughter
He is modeled and named after long-time producer Richard Sakai, but he is voiced by Dan Castellaneta.
Appearances
References
Episode – "Dancin' Homer" 
