In a surprising move reminiscent of Donald Trump’s approach, the popular animated series “South Park” has decided to rebrand itself for its upcoming 29th season and will now be known as “South America.” This change is a satirical nod to the U.S. president’s tendency to rename geographic features to include “America.”
The show’s creators, Trey Parker and Matt Stone, shared in a statement that they drew inspiration from tech giants Apple and Google in making this decision. Notably, they expressed gratitude to their parent company Paramount, albeit with a subtle jab given the ongoing controversy surrounding Paramount Skydance’s ownership by David Ellison.
Trump’s efforts to rename landmarks with an American touch began during his second term, with initiatives like renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. The trend continued with Lake Ontario being dubbed “Lake America,” a move not universally adopted but noted for Apple and Google’s compliance on their maps.
The decision to rename “South Park” to “South America” comes shortly after Trump proposed renaming New Mexico to New America. Whether this change is a passing joke or a theme for the new season remains to be seen, aligning with the show’s history of mocking Trump and his presidency.
Over the years, “South Park” has attracted criticism from Trump and his supporters for its bold satire, including depictions such as Trump in unusual scenarios and lampooning political figures. The show’s irreverent humor and continued focus on Trump have kept it in the spotlight, with its upcoming season set to premiere on September 16 on Comedy Central and the following day on Paramount+ in Canada.
