👉 The term "Pistol Pete" is a reference to a character in The Simpsons television series. It means "Pete the Packer," a fictional character from the animated series, who is often portrayed as a lovable and friendly police officer with an exaggerated sense of humor. In the series, "Pistol Pete" frequently makes jokes about his past life as a former police officer, including a reference to him being "a gun in his hand" at times. This character's popularity has made him an iconic figure across various media platforms. The term "Pistol Pete" was coined by writer and voice actor Matt Groening after he was asked if he had any references for the character from his own life, and he replied with a reference to his former career as a police officer. The phrase quickly became synonymous with Pete's personality and humor.
