The creators of the adult animated series South Park are facing criticism for allegedly targeting Charlie Kirk in an episode that aired prior to his recent death. Kirk, a 31-year-old right-wing influencer, was fatally shot during a conservative students’ rally at Utah Valley University. President Donald Trump expressed sorrow and outrage over the incident, labeling it a dark moment for the country.
Leading up to the tragedy, South Park had parodied key figures in the ‘MAGA’ movement, including Kirk, in an episode called ‘Got a Nut’. The episode, which has since been removed from streaming services, featured a character mimicking Kirk’s campus debates. Kirk had anticipated being lampooned by the show and acknowledged the impact of his conservative movement.
Despite Kirk’s passing, some of his supporters have accused South Park’s creators of vilifying him and called for the show’s cancellation. On social media, users expressed mixed reactions, with some defending the show and highlighting Kirk’s positive response to the parody. The Mirror has reached out to representatives of South Park and Comedy Central for comments.