In a move reminiscent of Donald Trump, “South Park” is changing its name to “South America” for its upcoming 29th season. The show creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, made the announcement as a satirical jab at the U.S. president’s penchant for renaming geographical features in an overtly patriotic manner.
The decision to rebrand the show was inspired by tech giants Apple and Google, according to Parker and Stone. The duo expressed gratitude to their parent company Paramount, albeit with a hint of sarcasm due to Paramount Skydance’s ownership by David Ellison, who has faced allegations of colluding with Trump to push through the Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery merger.
Trump’s campaign to rename landmarks with an American twist began during his second term, with initiatives like renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Lake Ontario to Lake America. While some entities have resisted these changes, Apple and Google have faced criticism for complying with Trump’s directives on their maps.
The announcement of the show’s name change to “South America” coincided with Trump suggesting renaming New Mexico to New America, underscoring the ongoing satire of the show towards the Trump administration. Known for its boundary-pushing humor, “South Park” has continuously mocked Trump and his allies, drawing both acclaim and controversy.
As the Emmy-winning show gears up for its 29th season premiere on Comedy Central and Paramount+, fans eagerly anticipate whether the “South America” moniker is a passing joke or a recurring theme throughout the upcoming episodes. The series’ unapologetic approach to political satire promises more comedic takedowns of Trump and his presidency.
