Lisa's First Word performance as Maggie was praised by critics. She was named the 13th greatest guest spot in the history of the show by IGN. Taylor also appeared on AOL's list of their favorite 25 "Simpsons" guest stars. Todd Everett at "Variety" called the last scene in the episode, where Maggie speaks her first word, "quite a heart-melter". He added that "it is probably no surprise that the casting of Elizabeth Taylor as the voice for baby Maggie Simpson's first word was a publicity stunt [...] No mind, the episode in question delivered well-rounded view of series' multiple attractions." "Total Film"<nowiki>'</nowiki>s Nathan
The Simpsons Guy because although that series is rated PG, "Family Guy" aims "to reach the most extreme and outlandish conclusion of any joke, no matter how harsh the punchline may be. For subjecting viewers to jokes about rape, cartoon nudity, and disturbing acts of violence, Fox's "Family Guy" will remain the Worst TV Show of the Week". The Simpsons Guy "The Simpsons Guy" is the first episode of the thirteenth season of the American animated television series "Family Guy", and the 232nd overall episode. "The Simpsons Guy" is a 44-minute-long crossover with "The Simpsons", and was written by Patrick Meighan and directed