In a bold move reminiscent of Donald Trump’s style, the long-running animated series “South Park” has decided to change its name to “South America” for its upcoming 29th season. The satirical show’s creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, announced the name change as a playful jab at the U.S. president’s penchant for renaming geographical landmarks and entities with an American twist.
The decision to rebrand the show as “SOUTH AMERICA” was inspired by tech giants Apple and Google, according to Parker and Stone. The duo also expressed gratitude to their parent company Paramount, albeit with a hint of sarcasm. Paramount Skydance, the show’s parent company, is currently embroiled in legal issues related to alleged dealings with Trump.
Trump’s trend of renaming landmarks began during his second term, with efforts to rename the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario as “Gulf of America” and “Lake America,” respectively. While some entities have resisted the name changes, tech companies like Apple and Google have faced criticism for complying with Trump’s directives on their maps.
The decision to rename “South Park” as “South America” comes amidst ongoing tensions between the show and Trump, who has been a frequent target of its satirical humor. Known for pushing boundaries and lampooning political figures, “South Park” has not shied away from mocking Trump and his administration in previous seasons.
The upcoming season of the Emmy-winning series is expected to continue its irreverent take on current events, with a particular focus on the Trump presidency. Fans can catch the premiere of “South America” on Comedy Central on September 16, followed by its Canadian debut on Paramount+ the next day.
