Collect Why Did Carlos Alazraqui Leave Family Guy?

The DVD commentary track reveals that Carlos Alazraqui was initially surprised by the death of his character, Mr. Weed, on *Family Guy*. Seth MacFarlane, the show’s creator, hinted that Alazraqui was reluctant to leave the series.

It’s worth noting that Mr. Weed’s demise occurred in Season 3, during the episode “Death is a Bitch.” While the reasons for his departure from the show are never explicitly stated, his death marked a significant turning point in the series’ trajectory. This episode saw the introduction of the iconic “Cleveland Show” segment, featuring Cleveland Brown, a character who had previously appeared as a recurring guest on *Family Guy*. The success of this segment led to the creation of the spin-off series *The Cleveland Show*, which premiered in 2009. It is possible that Mr. Weed’s departure was a creative decision made to pave the way for the development of new characters and storylines, particularly focusing on Cleveland’s character arc. It’s also worth noting that while Alazraqui’s involvement with the series ended, his voice acting career flourished. He continued to lend his talent to various animated projects, including “Reno 911!” and “The Fairly OddParents,” leaving a lasting impact on the world of television animation.