Fact check: Which celebrities have publicly criticized South Park episodes featuring them?

1. Summary of the results

Based on the analyses provided, numerous celebrities have publicly criticized or spoken out about their South Park parodies. The sources consistently identify several high-profile figures who have reacted to being featured on the show ^{[1] [2]}.

Key celebrities who have publicly criticized South Park episodes include:

• Tom Cruise - mentioned across multiple sources as having spoken out about his parody ^{[1] [2]}
• Kanye West - consistently cited as having reacted to his South Park portrayal ^{[1] [2]}
• Jennifer Lopez - identified as another celebrity who spoke out about her parody ^{[1] [2]}
• Barbra Streisand - mentioned as having criticized her South Park depiction ^[1]
• Lorde - noted as having reacted to being parodied on the show ^[2]

The sources indicate that these celebrities had "varying reactions" to being parodied, with some handling being "the butt of the show's jokes" differently than others ^{[1] [2]}. Additionally, Donald Trump was featured in recent controversy surrounding Season 27, with the White House responding to his cartoon depiction ^{[3] [4]}.

2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints

The original question lacks important context about the nature and range of celebrity reactions. The analyses reveal that not all celebrity responses were purely critical - some celebrities had more nuanced reactions to their portrayals ^{[1] [2]}.

Missing perspectives include:

• The creators' viewpoint - Matt Stone and Trey Parker have addressed celebrity reactions, particularly regarding the Trump episode controversy ^[4]
• Institutional reactions - The White House's official response to the Trump parody represents governmental criticism beyond individual celebrity complaints ^{[3] [4] [5] [6] [7]}
• The show's satirical mission - South Park's deliberate strategy of creating controversy and sparking debate through celebrity parodies ^[3]

The question also doesn't acknowledge that South Park's ability to generate outrage is intentional, making celebrity criticism part of the show's broader cultural impact rather than unexpected backlash ^[3].

3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement

The original question contains no apparent misinformation or bias. It's a straightforward factual inquiry about celebrity reactions to South Park episodes. However, the framing could be seen as potentially leading toward negative reactions, when the sources suggest celebrity responses have been more varied and complex than simple criticism ^{[1] [2]}.

The question's neutrality is appropriate, though it doesn't capture the entertainment industry's complex relationship with South Park's satirical approach, where being parodied can sometimes be seen as a mark of cultural relevance rather than purely negative attention.