In a move reminiscent of Donald Trump, the creators of the animated satire “South Park” have decided to undergo a name change for its upcoming 29th season. The show will now go by the name “South America,” a playful jab at the U.S. president’s penchant for renaming geographical features to include “America.”
Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the masterminds behind “South Park,” announced the name change, citing inspiration from tech giants Apple and Google. The duo expressed gratitude to their parent company, Paramount, with a sly reference to its ownership by David Ellison, who has faced scrutiny over alleged ties to Trump.
Trump’s trend of renaming landmarks began during his second term, with efforts to rebrand the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America” and Lake Ontario as “Lake America.” While some entities have resisted the changes, tech companies like Apple and Google have faced backlash for complying with the renaming directives on their maps.
The decision to rebrand “South Park” as “South America” coincided with Trump’s musings about renaming New Mexico to “New America.” Whether this name change is a passing joke or a recurring theme in the upcoming season remains to be seen, but it aligns with the show’s tradition of satirizing Trump and his administration.
Known for its provocative humor and boundary-pushing content since its debut in 1997, “South Park” has frequently targeted Trump and his allies, sparking controversy and drawing ire from supporters. The show’s Emmy win for Outstanding Animated Program was celebrated with a social media post mocking Trump, highlighting the ongoing feud between the president and the series.
The new season of “South Park” — or rather, “South America” — is set to premiere on September 16 on Comedy Central, followed by its Canadian debut on Paramount+ the following day.