Television commercials are a touchstone of artistic expression. In them, products are sold, and dreams are forged. In those moments, we may consider them a nuisance, but they can also gain a special place in our hearts. And so it is worth reflecting on what became of our favorite TV commercial characters. Where are they now?
Here’s where ten famous TV commercial characters are now:
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Flo from Progressive: Unfortunately, she was slain by Mayhem from Allstate Insurance. RIP, Flo.
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The Taco Bell chihuahua: Deported by ICE.
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The Hamburglar: Incarcerated following a lengthy manhunt led by Officer Big Mac.
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Terry Tate, the Office Linebacker: Arrested on 73 counts of assault and battery, of course.
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Jennifer Garner: In massive credit card debt after overusing her Capital One Venture card to earn unlimited double miles on all her purchases.
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Verizon Guy: Locked up in a padded room and asking “Can you hear me now?” more than 50,000 times a day.
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Frito Bandito: Now allegedly the head of a massive Mexican drug cartel.
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Kool-Aid Man: Reportedly busting through the walls of sneaker stores and looting just to make ends meet.
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Chester Cheetah: In his seventh rehab stint at an in-patient facility in Malibu for cheese addiction.
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Snap and Crackle: Currently suing Pop for creating a hostile work environment.
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Budweiser Clydesdales: You can now find them in select bottles of Elmer’s glue.
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Smokey the Bear: Killed by RFK Jr’s car and dumped in Central Park.
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Guy from the Pizza Hut Stuffed Crust pizzacommercial: Currently the President of the United States.
You never know where you’ll find some of the most beloved personalities. Who’s your favorite TV commercial character, and where are they now? Sound off in the comments.
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