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It seems as if more and more prominent celebrities are voicing commercials in the last few years. George Clooney for Budweiser. Gene Hackman for Lowe’s and Oppenheimer Funds. Kiefer Sutherland for Bank of America. Julia Roberts for AOL. Gary Sinise for Cadillac. And now, Adam West for LendingTree.
Debate Adam West's celebrity status if you will, but there’s no debating that the voice of Batman carries big-time recognition. Maybe the economy is down and prominent celebrities voice commercials for money instead of worrying about any associated stigma. Or maybe there's just something comforting about a familiar voice that makes us stop and take notice.
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And all I could think of while hearing him do the VO is of Mayor Adam West from Family Guy. Which makes this ad hilarious!
I'll never be able to take him seriously again.
Posted by:Jeff | August 03, 2009 at 12:06 PM
His voice over works perfect for the concept too...
The others are just a boring add on of a celebrity voice. This one takes advantage of his most recognizable character.
Posted by:Marcelo | August 03, 2009 at 02:05 PM
Don't forget John Krasinksi for iPhone.
Posted by:Chryssa | August 05, 2009 at 05:39 PM