JD Vance Calls ‘Emily in Paris’ a ‘Shakespeare of Our Time’ in Viral TikTok Post

Vice President JD Vance praises Netflix's 'Emily in Paris,' calling it a cultural critique of millennials. His comments spark debate.

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September 17, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — Vice President JD Vance has made headlines after praising the Netflix series Emily in Paris, calling it a “masterwork of American television” and likening its creator to “the Shakespeare of our time.”

The show, which concludes its sixth and final season on Christmas Eve, follows Lily Collins as a young marketing executive navigating life in Paris. Vance’s remarks, shared on TikTok and Instagram, came after a friend criticized the series, prompting him to defend it as a sharp commentary on millennial behavior.

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Vance argued that the protagonist’s romantic missteps reflect broader generational trends, suggesting her choices mirror flawed decision-making. Critics, however, have questioned his interpretation, with some arguing he missed the show’s intended humor and narrative structure. The post has fueled speculation about his political motivations ahead of the 2028 election.

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