South Park is gearing up to unleash a biting satire of Prince Harry in an upcoming episode titled "Loser's Day," set to air next week.
The episode is expected to spare no one in its mockery of Harry’s 40th birthday celebration, which some critics have deemed an embarrassment from across the Atlantic. Based on previews, the episode kicks off with one of the boys questioning the significance of birthday celebrations once you hit adulthood. True to his provocative nature, Cartman declares that anyone celebrating their 40th birthday is a “mega-loser” who doesn’t deserve any respect.
The episode reportedly features a montage of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's over-the-top birthday preparations. The scene includes party hats, balloons, and invitations that boast, "Join us to celebrate Harry’s very important day." Stan chimes in, mentioning that turning 40 isn’t all that old, but agrees that such an extravagant celebration for it is pretty lame. The conversation quickly turns toward ridiculing Harry’s decision to step away from his royal duties and embrace life as a celebrity in the U.S. The boys suggest that Harry may have "peaked before birth," poking fun at the notion that he squandered his royal birthright. This sparks a debate over whether Harry is the ultimate loser for giving up his privileged position to pursue fame.
In true South Park fashion, the boys hatch a scheme to prank-call Harry and bring him down a peg on his so-called "big day." The group gathers around Kyle’s phone as Cartman dials the number to Harry and Meghan's California mansion. After a few rings, a recognizable British voice answers with a slightly nasal tone. Without hesitation, Cartman launches into a brutally insulting tirade: "Yo, Harry, it’s Cartman. Just calling to wish you a happy birthday, you mega-loser. Must suck to know the whole world is laughing at you now. I mean, who leaves royalty for this? Getting bossed around by Meghan and fading into obscurity? Face it, dude, you blew it. Guess it’s easy to lose your way when your balls disappear into your body. Have fun living in the shadows for the rest of your sad life—what’s left of it, anyway."
The boys explode into hysterical laughter at Cartman’s harsh remarks. Meanwhile, in California, a tearful Harry is shown sobbing into a glass of champagne while Meghan offers a consoling shoulder. The scene closes with Beck's song "Loser" playing in the background as the credits roll.
Even before airing, the episode has generated controversy. There are rumors that Harry and Meghan are considering legal action for defamation. However, sources at Comedy Central appear unfazed, confident that the episode falls under the protections of parody law. Behind the scenes, some insiders believe the couple might avoid escalating the situation to prevent drawing more unwanted attention.
As South Park continues its long tradition of mercilessly commenting on current events, it leaves many celebrities in its wake. Online reactions have been mixed—some viewers are laughing at the show’s boldness, while others debate whether this time the show has gone too far. Yet, the general consensus seems to be that public figures, especially those as openly sensitive as Prince Harry, are fair game for satire. From my perspective, South Park has every reason to lampoon Harry’s elaborate 40th birthday bash, given his recent behavior. As Cartman astutely points out, who gives up a royal birthright for a mediocre Hollywood career while seemingly bending to the will of a controlling spouse? No wonder the world is laughing now. Sometimes, you’ve got to take your medicine, and this episode is sure to go down as one of South Park’s most iconic takedowns.
