The long-running animated satire show, “South Park,” is shaking things up for its upcoming 29th season. In a bold move, the creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, have decided to rebrand the show as “South America.” This change is a direct jab at President Trump and his penchant for renaming geographical features to include “America.”
The decision to rename the show was inspired by tech giants Apple and Google, who have shown what the creators deem as bravery and patriotism in their actions. Notably, the show’s parent company, Paramount, is currently embroiled in a legal battle, with allegations of a side deal with Trump to facilitate a major merger between Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery.
Trump’s own renaming efforts have gained attention, with proposals to change the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Lake Ontario to Lake America. While some entities have resisted these changes, tech companies like Apple and Google have faced criticism for complying with the alterations on their platforms.
The “South America” rebranding comes hot on the heels of Trump suggesting the renaming of New Mexico to New America in a recent social media post. The move by “South Park” could be seen as a temporary gag or a running theme throughout the upcoming season, aligning with the show’s tradition of satirizing Trump and his presidency.
Since its debut in 1997, “South Park” has been known for pushing boundaries and mocking political figures, particularly Trump. The show’s irreverent humor has sparked controversy and drawn the ire of Trump and his supporters. The upcoming season promises more of the same, with the show creators remaining defiant in their commitment to skewer Trump and his administration.
“South America” is set to premiere on Comedy Central on September 16, with Canadian viewers able to catch it the following day on Paramount+.