Creator of “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” Counters Jerry Seinfeld’s Criticism of Sitcoms
Rob McElhenney Responds to Seinfeld’s Claim
In response to Jerry Seinfeld’s recent interview where he criticized the state of television comedy, “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” creator Rob McElhenney hit back with a subtle yet effective one-word reference to his own show. Seinfeld, aged 70, attributed the “death” of TV comedy to the “extreme left” and political correctness, claiming that several jokes from his own sitcom, “Seinfeld,” would no longer be deemed acceptable today. McElhenney, on the other hand, subtly disagreed with Seinfeld’s viewpoint by simply replying, “Probably,” on Twitter.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
serves as a stark contrast to Seinfeld’s show. In McElhenney’s hit comedy, one of the characters, Rickety Cricket, undergoes a downward spiral that ultimately leads to him becoming a homeless crack addict. McElhenney’s implication is that the dire circumstances faced by Rickety Cricket make Kramer’s scheme, as referenced by Seinfeld, seem tame.
Debunking Seinfeld’s Assertion
Jerry Seinfeld’s belief that “PC crap” has killed off comedy on television is called into question by
The Independent’s Adam White. White argues that Seinfeld’s comments fail to acknowledge the long-standing practice within comedy of recognizing when a joke crosses the line. This aspect of comedy, including in Seinfeld’s eponymous sitcom, has always been present and doesn’t necessarily impede the genre’s progress.
Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds’ Investment in Wrexham AFC
In separate news, Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds, despite facing considerable financial challenges, offered an update on their investment in Wrexham AFC. The duo jointly purchased the team in 2020 when the club was in the fifth tier of English football, and their journey as club owners is chronicled in the FX/Disney+ series Welcome to Wrexham. Accountants may raise concerns about the financial viability of their venture, but the emotional investment and dedication of McElhenney and Reynolds keep their hopes alive.
