Do you think prominent people like celebrities or former politicians,sports figures and leaders doing television commercials damages their credibility ? I certainly do. I get the impression that they are just in it for the money. Selling out, as it where. The latest being Dr. Phil. His credibility has been on the down side with me for a while, but his foray into a television commercial sealed the deal for me. I'm assuming he finds it funny or amusing but that is not the impression I get.
Terry Bradshaw advertising for Nutra System, give me a break. This man was a professional athlete. His lack of exercise and eating habits lead to weight gain. I'm quite sure he knows all about that. Why tout that I can eat these " meals " and lose weight. Why not just tell people about diet and exercise and the importance of that ? Could it be because no one is willing to pay him to say that ? The Fonz wants us to all take out a reverse mortgage. Race car drivers want us to buy Viagra.
I expect these advertising companies spend huge amounts of money to determine the best celebrity for the job. The ones that people will listen to and respect. And I expect some people do. I was told to not trust anyone that was trying to sell me something. They may not be completely forthright in their opinions. Add in the fact that they are being paid to do just that and well, let's just say I'm skeptical.
With some celebrities I just find it sad. Having to sell your pride for a few bucks. Cashing in on what used to be. And with others I can only say it must be greed. Some, I'm sure, are not in desperate need of the money. I can't understand why you would do that. I'm not buying that your passion in life would be the sale of a particular product. I'm not buying that you have a genuine concern for my health, beauty or well being.
I know celebrities have been doing this for years and it is nothing new. Maybe it is just that I have begun to notice it more. Puts a little tarnish on the image though.
Terry Bradshaw advertising for Nutra System, give me a break. This man was a professional athlete. His lack of exercise and eating habits lead to weight gain. I'm quite sure he knows all about that. Why tout that I can eat these " meals " and lose weight. Why not just tell people about diet and exercise and the importance of that ? Could it be because no one is willing to pay him to say that ? The Fonz wants us to all take out a reverse mortgage. Race car drivers want us to buy Viagra.
I expect these advertising companies spend huge amounts of money to determine the best celebrity for the job. The ones that people will listen to and respect. And I expect some people do. I was told to not trust anyone that was trying to sell me something. They may not be completely forthright in their opinions. Add in the fact that they are being paid to do just that and well, let's just say I'm skeptical.
With some celebrities I just find it sad. Having to sell your pride for a few bucks. Cashing in on what used to be. And with others I can only say it must be greed. Some, I'm sure, are not in desperate need of the money. I can't understand why you would do that. I'm not buying that your passion in life would be the sale of a particular product. I'm not buying that you have a genuine concern for my health, beauty or well being.
I know celebrities have been doing this for years and it is nothing new. Maybe it is just that I have begun to notice it more. Puts a little tarnish on the image though.
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