In a move reminiscent of Donald Trump, the animated series “South Park” is changing its name for its 29th season to “South America.” The decision is a playful jab at the U.S. president’s penchant for renaming geographical features to include “America.” The show’s creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, announced the name change, thanking their parent company, Paramount, in a statement.
The choice of “South America” holds significance as the show’s parent company, Paramount Skydance, is embroiled in legal issues regarding a potential deal with Trump. Trump’s own renaming efforts, such as renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America and Lake Ontario to Lake America, have stirred controversy. While some entities have resisted the changes, tech giants like Apple and Google have drawn criticism for adopting the new names on their maps.
The rebranding of “South Park” to “South America” follows Trump’s recent suggestion to rename New Mexico to New America. Whether this change is a temporary gag or a theme for the upcoming season remains to be seen, but it aligns with the show’s tradition of satirizing Trump. The Emmy-winning series, known for its provocative humor, has frequently targeted Trump and his administration, provoking strong reactions from supporters.
As “South America” gears up to premiere on Comedy Central and Paramount+, fans can anticipate more sharp commentary and humor from the long-running show.