New Head of Paramount Defends South Park Amid Criticism from Trump Administration
Briefly

David Ellison, the new head of Paramount, expressed strong support for the show South Park and its creators, Matt Stone and Trey Parker. He claimed no responsibility for the cancellation of the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, attributing that decision to the previous management. Ellison defended South Park as an equal opportunity offender, even as the Trump Administration criticized the show. He noted that the portrayal of Trump has evoked strong emotions, while the show itself has been enjoying its best ratings in a quarter-century, contrasting with the administration's dismissal of its relevance.
David Ellison expressed admiration for South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker, praising them as "incredibly talented" and as "equal opportunity offenders" who have consistently pushed boundaries.
Ellison stated that he was not involved in the cancellation of the Late Show with Stephen Colbert, attributing the decision to the previous management led by Shari Redstone.
Despite some concerns about silencing critics, Ellison emphasized that he supports South Park's comedy style and mentioned the show's recent success in ratings.
The Trump Administration has labeled South Park as irrelevant, even as the show experiences its highest ratings in 26 years, indicating a contrasting perspective on its cultural impact.
Read at Consequence
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