Kamala Harris‘ presidential run might have given “Veep” viewership a lift … however, the present’s creator says any hyperlinks between her and the present’s predominant character weren’t intentional.

Armando Iannucci — the person who created the 17-time Emmy-winning saga — sat down for a current interview with The Guardian … and, he rapidly put any doubts to relaxation, adamantly saying KH did not encourage Julia Louis Dreyfus‘ Selina Meyer.

He says he understands the place individuals see the connection — a feminine senator, elevated to the vice presidency earlier than they should step into the president’s sneakers after he steps down — however, it is all only one huge coincidence.

However, Iannucci explains the key to creating TV reveals that appear straight out of a crystal ball … analysis, and many it.

Armando explains he and the forged spent a ton of time chatting with individuals in politics to create an genuine present … together with chatting with individuals who labored within the VP’s workplace years in the past.

BTW … Iannucci says he sees Vice President Meyer in his present as a shadow of Donald Trump on account of her vainness and vindictiveness — including he actually hopes individuals do not suppose he primarily based Selina on the soon-to-be Democratic nominee for president.

As we advised you … “Veep” noticed a viewership bump of greater than 300% after Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential election and endorsed Kamala — which, as we famous, ain’t precisely a praise given Meyer’s despicable nature.

Iannucci advised The Guardian he is rooting for Kamala … and, he appears to be hoping nobody will maintain Selina Meyer’s points in opposition to her.