New Paramount CEO Praises South Park Creators as Equal Opportunity Offenders' But Admits He Hasn't Seen Latest Episode
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David Ellison, CEO of Paramount, praised South Park creators while acknowledging he hadn't seen the latest episode. The recent merger faced controversy, including settling a lawsuit with Trump over a 60 Minutes interview. South Park's new season harshly mocks Trump and administration officials. The White House criticized the show's relevance, prompting a cheeky response from the creators. Ellison expressed admiration for the creators' talent and noted the show's financial success as a reason for Paramount's new deal to secure future episodes.
David Ellison, the new CEO of Paramount, praised South Park creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker, acknowledging their talent and irreverent humor that critiques all sides.
Ellison stated that South Park's creators are equal opportunity offenders, highlighting the show's profitability, which influenced Paramount's five-year deal for new episodes.
The White House reacted negatively to South Park's recent episodes mocking the Trump administration, insisting that the show hasn't been relevant for over two decades.
In response to a DHS tweet, South Park's creators humorously declared relevance, challenging the criticisms with their signature irreverence.
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