Rob McElhenney, the creator of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” has fired back at Jerry Seinfeld’s recent criticism of sitcoms, particularly blaming “the extreme left” and “PC crap” for what he perceives as a decline in TV comedy.
Seinfeld, known for his iconic sitcom “Seinfeld,” expressed his views in a recent interview with The New Yorker, suggesting that concerns about political correctness have led to the demise of television comedy. He cited examples from his own show, questioning whether certain episodes would be allowed to air today due to their potentially controversial content.
McElhenney took to Twitter to respond directly to Seinfeld’s remarks. He simply replied, “Probably,” accompanied by a photo of a character from “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” implying that the content of his show pushes boundaries even further than Seinfeld’s examples.
The character in question, Rickety Cricket, undergoes a series of unfortunate events throughout the show, ultimately leading to homelessness and addiction. McElhenney’s implication is clear: the situations depicted in “It’s Always Sunny” make Seinfeld’s concerns seem tame by comparison.
This back-and-forth highlights ongoing debates within the entertainment industry about the role of political correctness in shaping creative expression, particularly in comedy.
In addition to this controversy, McElhenney and actor Ryan Reynolds recently discussed their ownership of the football club Wrexham AFC, which they purchased in 2020. Their experiences as club owners are chronicled in the series “Welcome to Wrexham,” shedding light on their unconventional venture into sports ownership.
As discussions around comedy and cultural sensitivity continue, it’s clear that creators like McElhenney are unafraid to challenge the status quo and defend their creative visions in the face of criticism.
Source: independent.co.uk
