For more information, please see our Progressive is so corporate with a fake employee cast with a false corporate subculture which absolutely terrible and the characters are bad. described as "love her or hate her" or "badvertising". Please help the CIH Forums by disabling AdBlock Plus on this page. Progressive Insurance Men's Flo Costume. Please note, if you asked to talk with a live representative, we asked the Flo Chatbot to not respond for a while to assure your questions were answered or concerns addressed. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Not now. The ads I mainly hate are the ones in which the actors or spokespeople try to act like hot sh*t. Nah i hate all buffoons equally--its a crutch for non-creative adtards to base any kind of schmaltz and just let a Gecko-Emu or female (Flo) or male (Pat) clown schlep their way through 30 or 60 seconds and then throw the brand at the end--its the WORST and u just know theres a lot of self-back patting on how CLEVER their 'creative' is. Published on November 10, 2014. "Everyone sees something different in Flo. via AdWeek Especially in recent years, the competition among commercials has been heating up. I'll never understand people who allow Madison Avenue to live in their heads rent-free. Courtney had an acting career long before her insurance prowess was well-known. [11], In October 2009, the Boston Herald referred to Flo as "the commercial break's new sweetheart" and said Courtney was "attaining TV ad icon status". we are the music makers. As a member of The Groundlings Theatre & School in Los Angeles, she starred in numerous productions, including comedy titles like Groundlings Good Time Pig Farm, Groundlings Space Camp, Cooking with Gas, and currently still appears online in The Crazy Uncle Joe Show (via The Groundlings Theatre & School). You know she looks familiar. Or do you just watch US news channels gutter? Otherwise, I agree. Forgot account? She calls it the The Yentas but later it's changed to The Frentas. I hate Jaimie, Flo and the whole corporate cast of fake employees Ferrio Member Oct 25, 2017 16,351 Jan 28, 2019 #2 I have a crush on Flo, I don't have a crush on the gecko. 4 Earptastic 20 days ago As an older guy who has seen Flo for so many years I have to give her a pass. on Facebook. The actress started her career performing comedic improv with the famous sketch comedy group, The Groundlings, in Los Angeles. Turns out, she was ideal for the waitress role. I don't mind them. Some of her commercials are better than others, though. There are multiple websites and social media groups that are either dedicated to or talking about her. I hate this commercial. #TheGoldbergs, When her kids leave for college, Essie Carp goes on to be a famous insurance pitch woman! JavaScript is disabled. Offers may be subject to change without notice. ", "ModNation Monday: Carnival Parts Pack and 'Free' Progressive Kart next week! I hate Flo the Progressive Girl.. 1,578 likes. We know that because you can see it on what she refers to as her "tricked out name tag." However, the actress who plays Flo has her own name: Stephanie Courtney. I would have to shut it of at time because I couldn't take it. All Rights Reserved. if you watch cable news, you get bombarded by insurance some good, some meh and some horribl.e, I have a crush on Flo, I don't have a crush on the gecko. The ads used to be better for sure though. I'd rather pay more for insurance with another company than give them money to pollute the airwaves with more of this garbage. Phillip Pell. June 17, 2020 at 10:55 PM. Now, Flo's voice is being added to the chatbot, creating an even more personal experience for customers who adore the personable lady in the white apron. [16], Flo was added as a downloadable character in the video game ModNation Racers in late 2010, complete with her own Progressive kart.[17][18]. The actress came up with, "wow, I say it louder" and the rest is history. But Flo would never have become a household name without actress Stephanie Courtney, whose comedic skills brought Flo to her larger-than-life status. I don't know why, but I just find it so fucking funny, so no OP, I disagree. But whether you love her or hate her, you can't ignore her. By E.J. You are using an out of date browser. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Flo is a fictional salesperson character appearing in more than 100 advertisements for Progressive Insurance since 2008. Log In. Stephanie Courtney is an American actress and comedian who has a net worth of $6 million dollars. "[15] This was later echoed in an article from Duane Dudek in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 20, 2014, who credits Flo for inspiring a new trend of female commercial pitch people and cementing her legacy alongside Josephine and Palmolive Dishwashing Detergent's Madge the Manicurist. Flo is not perfect, her hair and makeup, things have slipped through the cracks; that's something to watch," Stephanie notes. Maybe the follow up could be the couple moves in together (future) and needs renters insurance. Check back later and see if we've got it oiled back up again. In fact, I always kinda liked her. Community See All. "[9] She thinks that the GEICO gecko "puts out more sexual vibes than Flo does". , he just laughed and said more BS "" I'd like to see what they told law enforcement officials who were searching for a driver on that same system, it's not going to be the server is down for maintenance.' Tomorrow is my Birthday. [13][14], Advertising Age described Flo as "a weirdly sincere, post-modern Josephine the Plumber who just really wants to help. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Cookie Notice Believe it or not, Flo isn't a real person she's a character played by an actress named Stephanie Courtney. It happens when you watch too much damn tv or have it in the background. I hate Flo, and Progressive Insurance for ruining TV with those commercials. Flo is so inoffensively bland and purposely desexualized, the only personality she has left is that Annoying Aunt reminding the new teen driver or college grad to check their insurance. She's adorable and doesn't sound like a dying goose. They have delayed my claim so much I was put in collections and I think they are trying to run out the prescription period. [17][18], "The Strange Allure of the Progressive Insurance Girl", "Who is This Girl in Progressive Insurance TV Commercials? Keep your eyes peeled for Stephanie Courtney on all-new episodes of The Goldbergs, airing on Wednesdays at 8:30 p.m. I remember listening to a sports talk radio station and every other commercial was a flo commercial. In 2020, another Progressive employee was added, Mara, portrayed by Natalie Palamides. Plus they made it nearly impossible to cancel their useless policy. You know her as the way-too-perky Progressive insurance pitchwoman, Flo, a character so recognizable she's been named one of the top female ad icons of all time, alongside Betty Crocker and. That's how much their marketing bothers me. In 2011, Progressive introduced Flo's Australian counterpart, Kitty,[6] played by Holly Austin. She's also a memorable character and definitely a recognizable one. But Flo would never have become a household name without actress Stephanie Courtney, whose comedic skills brought Flo to her larger-than-life status. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Am I crazy or insane? The fact is you remember the progressive commercials, but more importantly progressive. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Stephanie thinks it has everything to do with how relatable she is. My friend who was in IT who was also there called major BS. October 31, 2019 at 11:34 AM. Click to reveal Flo is a fictional salesperson character appearing in more than 100 advertisements for Progressive Insurance since 2008. . Flo is a cashier and is recognizable by her extremely upbeat personality, brilliant white uniform, heavy makeup, and retro hairstyle. All of these characters were also played by Courtney, who was reported to have spent about 12 hours doing hair and makeup transitions for the recording. Farmers are the funniest. she joked. The fashion 14% The pep talks Lol Dammit Flo, They deserve to be happy. she has this uncanny aspect that makes her seem like a serial killer, Its the annoying ones that get your attention. Let me. ", "5 Things to Know About TV's Progressive Insurance Lady", "The strange allure of the Progressive Insurance girl", "Progressive Girl Has Strange Pull On WSB-TV Channel 2 Viewers", "I Hate Progressive Insurance For Waking Me Up Over And Over", "Progressive's Flo extends a spokeswoman tradition that goes back to Josephine the Plumber", "ModNation Monday: Free Mod, 'Family Guy' Spotlight Next Week! Man, I think the best/funniest insurance commercial on tv right now is the Progressive ad where Jamie and Alan are like "Psh Flo" all badass like then Flo's right there and it just cuts to Jamie sprinting full speed. [5] Flo has appeared in more than 100 advertisements. "[15] This was later echoed in an article from Duane Dudek in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 20, 2014, who credits Flo for inspiring a new trend of female commercial pitch people and cementing her legacy alongside Josephine and Palmolive Dishwashing Detergent's Madge the Manicurist. I reported them to the insurance commissioner. I hate all car insurance ads, but Progressive is the worst. See more of I hate Flo from Progressive! That one was pretty spot on. Portrayed by actress and comedian Stephanie Courtney, the character has developed a fan base on social networks and has become an iconic advertising mascot.[1][2][3]. Yup, that is indeed Flo (Stephanie Courtney) from Progressive on The Goldbergs. and our It may not display this or other websites correctly. Press J to jump to the feed. Flo is great, Jan the Toyota lady on the other hand is terrible. You know her as Flo, the white-clad, swoop-haired, sun-shiny character from TV ads promoting Progressive Insurance. All of us were working so hard to find out who this person was and what the boundaries were. I feel like Progressive owes us a happy ending follow up story after Flo cock blocked those nice people in the laundry room. Thanks! Distractify is a registered trademark. on Facebook For more information, please see our Copyright 2023 Distractify. Every time I see one of those Progressive Insurance commercials with her and her stupid posse of cringe-inducing idiots, it ruins my mood.I will never buy Progressive Insurance because of it. "I could be propped up on a gurney or something. [13][14], Advertising Age described Flo as "a weirdly sincere, post-modern Josephine the Plumber who just really wants to help. I don't particularly like her either, but I don't hate her. Schultz. You want to ask her where . Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. I hate the General. Got a burning unpopular opinion you want to share? They are awful but so are almost all commercials. Cookie Notice Flo is a fictional salesperson character appearing in more than 100 advertisements for Progressive Insurance since 2008. Insurer Introduces Auto Quoting Tool with Flo Chatbot for Messenger. The car one parodying the Chevy ads is hilarious. She also shares that her improv experience has contributed to her success with Flo's character. From the Morton Salt Umbrella Girl to Progressive 's Flo, the last 100 years has seen the introduction of dozens of classic female ad icons. See more of I hate Flo from Progressive! Early on, Courtney, as Flo, appeared as a cashier in a spot called "Checkout," where ad libbing was encouraged. The character debuted in 2008 through several television advertisements and has since appeared in radio, print, and web banners. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 95. In 2004, she joined Groundlings, a well-known comedy troupe. Every time I see one of those Progressive Insurance commercials with her and her stupid posse of cringe-inducing idiots, it ruins my mood. Can I get a shop thread out of it to help me truly have a wonderful birthday? MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio, Oct. 17, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Admit it, you've always wanted to talk to Flo. She asked that the leased vehicle be placed on the same policy as her other car. Known for its cultivation of talented actors through improv workshops and sketch comedy performances including Kristen Wiigand Will Ferrell The Groundlings also helped launch the career of Flo's sidekick Jamie, played by Jim Cashman. [7] In 2014, other recurring characters were added to the advertisements. Fictional salesperson appearing in a marketing campaign for Progressive Corporation, "The Strange Allure of the Progressive Insurance Girl", "Who is This Girl in Progressive Insurance TV Commercials? I bet she wishes she got a better role to be famous with but I can't hold it against her that she keeps working. Courtney's skills and appearances actually extend far beyond sketch comedy. Progressive is great. and our 1 level 2 The worst one is the one where he is orchestrate a rehearsal chorus oooooo that is such a bad commercial. The Progressive Rep said that her policy was on an older system that was unavailable due to the system server being serviced. According to Courtney, it takes one hour to prepare Flo's hair and another to apply her make-up. The whole thing was concocted by several execs who were padding the books so to speak and inflate sales numbers for the year as well as quarterly earnings. I dropped Progressive Ins because of their Really Stupid and vomiting adds. You have to check your insurance periodically, just like annoying Aunt Flo's visits. As we've watched the character evolve over the years, Charney explained how Courtney first caught the company's eye:"We were trying to go back to our roots of improvisational comedy." In 1999, her first national commercial for Bud Light aired during the Super Bowl. That was my first job that I had out here. *. and our Entertainment). Greedy predators!!! Create new account. [5] Flo has appeared in more than 100 advertisements. So glad I dropped progressive for the gecko! Privacy Policy. And the only way they could insure her was to write her a new policy of course, which we all came to find out later should have been a lot cheaper than what she was given( around 75 a month cheaper in fact). (via Yahoo! There are multiple websites and social media groups that are either dedicated to or talking about her. ", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Flo_(Progressive_Insurance)&oldid=1142555157, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 3 March 2023, at 02:24. 4.5 out of 5 stars 105. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Look up who the commissioner is in your state and you can report this bs. In fact, she continues to work alongside even bigger stars as the years go on. Flo is a fictional salesperson character appearing in more than 100 advertisements for Progressive Insurance since 2008. You might recognize her from the role of Diane on the extremely short-lived 2007 ABC comedy Cavemen, which was based on the GEICO caveman ads. They brought back this from 4 years ago. Avoid the Christmas rush and start hating her now. This exclusive content is only. Privacy Policy. BUT, for the laundromat commercial she gives total "Your car warranty has expired" vibes, just showing up at the wrong time and ruining everything for everyone. Jan 27 What do you miss most from your favorite TV dad? Progressive commercials aren't good, but they are better than Geico's. ", "5 Things to Know About TV's Progressive Insurance Lady", "The strange allure of the Progressive Insurance girl", "Progressive Girl Has Strange Pull On WSB-TV Channel 2 Viewers", "I Hate Progressive Insurance For Waking Me Up Over And Over", "Progressive's Flo extends a spokeswoman tradition that goes back to Josephine the Plumber", "ModNation Monday: Free Mod, 'Family Guy' Spotlight Next Week! Actor who plays Flo is/was a member of the groundlings. Progressive dubbed their bubbly representative Flo. I would have to shut it of at time because I couldnt take it. The first question I asked the Progressive rep was why he was able to pull up her information after he just told us that her policy and information were on an older system(especially since he had her verify her social security number, phone number and email). Four Stars for Progressive's Flo on the Occasion of Her 100th Ad We Get to Meet the Family of the Woman Who Made Company a Household Name By Ken Wheaton. Progressive > Geico, I liked when they did the spy cartoon ones, that one commercial with the whole fleet of them and the girl is protecting the car wearing a tarp against the sprinkler and goes "get ready to switch" is pretty funny. Flo from Progressive debuted in 2008, passed her 100th ad milestone in 2014, and is still going strong today (via Ad Age). Not now. Nah i hate all buffoons equally--its a crutch for non-creative adtards to base any kind of schmaltz and just let a Gecko-Emu or female (Flo) or male (Pat) clown schlep their way through 30 or 60 seconds and then throw the brand at the end--its the WORST and u just know theres a lot of self-back patting on how CLEVER their 'creative' is Yes I know the story don't @ me with that. The singing at the end makes it all worth it. Did I mention I hate them? [12] The volume of commercials and the type of humor is off-putting to others, described as "love her or hate her" or "badvertising". Her name is Stephanie Courtney and she is too funny. Now, more than a decade since her character's beginning as a lowly cashier, Courtney's ad-libbing insurance skills and shining smile only scratch the surface of her story. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I'd rather slide down a 50ft razor blade Into a tub of Alcohol. She is so annoying. Portrayed by actress and comedian Stephanie Courtney, the character has developed a fan base on social networks and has become an iconic advertising mascot. Your IP: The current Progressive campaigns reunite her with Mad Men star Jon Hamm, as he attempts to woo her into going on a date. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Origins: May 2014 saw the circulation of a rumor that Stephanie Courtney, the actress known throughout the U.S. for playing the character of "Flo" in a long-running series of commercials for . I hate Flo. For some reason the chevy ads i really hate that guy is super irritating. Price and other details may vary based on product size and color. Published on November 12, 2014. She has; the brand is flourishing. For more information, please see our Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. In fact, Progressive created a "Flo" chatbot to enable customers to interact with Flo on Facebook Messenger, as well as other channels, to help customers with basic insurance questions. Flo from Progressive is actually seasoned actress Stephanie Courtney. And in 1999, her first primetime appearance was as a blond in stark contrast to Flo's brunette 'do in a Bud Light Super Bowl commercial (via The News Wheel). [8] Referring to her work in The Groundlings, she said, "Flo could be one of my improv characters, always on and sort of cracked in a weird way. These days, Flo also works a side job, joining a new crew of commercial chatbots equipped with artificial intelligence to mimic human conversations, grasp consumer questions and take swift action. Progressive's Flo is Pretty Popular, Successor to the Geico Gecko By Vince Grzegorek on Mon, Jun 7, 2010 at 2:48 pm . https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqobY3r203k. According to Courtney, it takes one hour to prepare Flo's hair and another to apply her make-up. or. CMO Jeff Charney of Arnold Worldwide (the agency behind the agency) said, "[Flo] was authentic and real. Honestly, I missed this commercial. FREE delivery Thu, . You must log in or register to reply here. I don't understand how anyone can say they don't mind FloBy law we have to pay for insurance, we shouldn't have to be subjected to them insulting us with our own money. 63 likes. The fictional upbeat store employee of Progressive Corporation was created by copywriter John Park and art director Steve Reepmeyer,[4] at the Boston-based agency Arnold Worldwide. I HATE Flo from the progressive commercial! According to a statement made by Progressive, which was reiterated on Adweek's website, their goal now is to connect with Millenials by showing the humanity of their company. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. He comes back with an insider tip that Progressive execs came up with this server maintenance BS as a ploy to defraud longer tenured insurance customers that were on significant lower rates. In 2020, another Progressive employee was added, Mara, portrayed by Natalie Palamides. I would like to talk to you Flo about moving in unison with me. Visitor Posts. or. They should have killed Flo like 3 years ago. In fact, it was while with The Groundlings, Courtney met, and later married, lighting director Scott Kolanach. The soon-to-be-actress also relied heavily on babysitting and odd jobs like setting up the Coppertone display at CVS. The character debuted in 2008 through several television advertisements and has since appeared in radio, print, and web banners. Depressive I Hate Insurance Funny Apron & Halloween Costume. 'The Goldbergs' Isn't Quite Over, Out With Coach Rick and in With Coach Nick on 'The Goldbergs', Ren Was Recast in 'The Goldbergs,' but Fans Still Love Her. the ads take aim and lay their claim to the heart and the soul of the spender. #TheGoldbergs pic.twitter.com/UaaW7gQR5b. For those of you who are not in the know (or may have suffered a minor head injury), Flo is actually a character portrayed by actress Stephanie Courtney. Really, Flo and that irritating little pecker head Jamie. Stephanie, an actress, stand-up comic and member of acclaimed improvisational group, The Groundlings, has made Flo famous worldwide. I don't really like the test of their commercials much. She is EXTREMELY annoying. If she looked familiar, you might recognize her from past guest spots on Angel,Everybody Loves Raymond, Without a Trace, ER, Mad Men, and United States of Tara, according toIMDb. 4.5 out of 5 stars 2,341. . I hate Jamie!!! Lily Adams from AT&T is much, much better. I just replied to another Progressive post with this story that I was part of around three years ago. ET on ABC. Uniting for the 45th anniversary of the organization, you can see the smiles and joy they share on the red carpet. Just go with the Flo, it aint that deep. All of these characters were also played by Courtney, who was reported to have spent about 12 hours doing hair and makeup transitions for the recording. Mike Green. Before The Groundlings, she noted, "I delivered the Zone Diet. In the episode, "The Goldberg Girls," Beverly is on a mission to form a group of friends. There are much MUCH worse commercials on TV for me to spend my hatred on. Like many in Hollywood, Courtney worked her way up and had multiple "survival" jobs to keep her going (via Backstage). For instance, there's the series of AT&T commercials headlined by longtime actress Milana Vayntrub who portrays the lovable AT&T girl. She is so annoying. The fictional upbeat store employee of Progressive Corporation was created by copywriter John Park and art director Steve Reepmeyer,[4] at the Boston-based agency Arnold Worldwide. With Flo, she was sort of originally this perfect little No. Now this is the worst. Stephanie told Lohud how her career got started her first role ever was an unnamed waitress on Mr. Show With Bob and David sharing, "I went in for an audition eight years ago for a 'big box store' employee. Progressive introduced Flo's Australian counterpart, Kitty, . And I put on my polo shirt and put my hair in a ponytail and showed up." [10], In November 2014, Progressive aired its 100th advertisement featuring Flo and introduced other members of her family including her mother, father, brother, sister, and grandfather. 52-year-old Stephanie has been the face of Progressive Insurance since 2008 and is considered one of the most iconic actors in advertising. ""I don't know, how much plastic surgery would it take?" Who is Flo from Progressive? Jim Cashman plays Jamie, Flo's sidekick. As one of the commenters below stated you probably hate Progressive itself, and you should for very good reason. The actress explained that her personal style and vibe is much more subtle and muted. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. I never minded Flo. Cookie Notice I hate the progressive commercials, mainly because of Flo, she's just the worst. Ads definitely suck, just in general, and to derive some level of enjoyment from them is for sure depressing. [1] [2] [3] Broadcast history [ edit] Now, if anyone doesn't mind the OTHER insurance idiot I would be shocked. I had a friend of mine who leased a vehicle a while back from Toyota. But Stephanie is so much more than just Flo from Progressive. Some of them are so random, I hate the trifecta of mobile YouTube ads of Chinese emperor sim game, tik tok and boat waifu game that makes me look like a creep in public. 1 employee, but the power has gotten to her," she says. [7] In 2014, other recurring characters were added to the advertisements. . [10], In November 2014, Progressive aired its 100th advertisement featuring Flo and introduced other members of her family including her mother, father, brother, sister, and grandfather. Flo's Progressive Evolution 100th Ad Starring the Insurance Girl Launched This Week By Ashley Rodriguez. If we call Darryl "Big Foot", can we agree to call Flo "Lard Ass"? You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. Once she landed her gig with Progressive, Stephanie continued to appear in countless TV shows like House, 2 Broke Girls, and You're the Worst. Performance & security by Cloudflare. Flo was created by copywriter John Park and art director Steve Reepmeyer of the Arnold Worldwide ad agency in Boston. Log In. Who knows?". Children are just God's little way of punishing us for having sex. So after all this I asked a friend of mine within the industry about this, and how it felt all wrong. If your post is political and was not caught in the filter, please post it in the politics megathread at the top of the sub. We want to create an inspiring environment for our members and have defined a set of guidelines. If nothing else, at least I have my principals! I don't even bother to mute the Flo commercials. [8] Referring to her work in The Groundlings, she said, "Flo could be one of my improv characters, always on and sort of cracked in a weird way. 16 More answers below Amanda Thilwind Dementia carer Author has 852 answers and 2M answer views Oct 8 Related I hate flo from the progressive insurance commercials! Courtney said she doesn't often get recognized in public thanks to Flo's extreme bouffant and heavy makeup, including loads of black eyeliner and the signature bright red lips. 267 people follow this. He adds more amusing titles to his appearance list including Groundlings Zombie Apocalypse and Groundlings Showcase Showdown, showing that the two LA actors share not only onscreen chemistry, but also a fantastic and similar sense of humor. Get a quote Or call 1-855-347-3939. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. As cute as their app and website are, it is practically impossible to cancel their policies.
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