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Andy Samberg Sings for Mayo Super Bowl Ad
26 Jan
Summary
- Andy Samberg stars in a musical parody about mayonnaise.
- Elle Fanning's grandfather played quarterback in the NFL.
- The ad was filmed at LA's iconic Canter's Deli.
- The commercial is a musical re-imagining of a Neil Diamond song.
Andy Samberg is set to star in a new Hellmann's commercial airing during the upcoming Super Bowl. The Saturday Night Live alum will channel Neil Diamond in a musical parody celebrating mayonnaise, inspired by a popular singalong anthem. The playful advertisement was filmed at the renowned Canter's Deli in Los Angeles.
Samberg expressed enthusiasm for the project, citing his enjoyment of previous Hellmann's ads and his appreciation for Neil Diamond's music. He also humorously noted his reputation for loving sandwiches, making the mayonnaise-themed ad a natural fit for him.
Actress Elle Fanning will also appear in the commercial, describing the opportunity as an "automatic yes." She shared that her grandfather, Rick Arrington, was an NFL quarterback, adding a personal layer of excitement for her family. Fanning mentioned her family's tradition of watching the Super Bowl and their love for commercials.
Both Samberg and Fanning expressed a shared love for mayonnaise and condiments in general. Fanning recalled her grandmother's tradition of making mayonnaise and tomato sandwiches, a practice passed down through generations. Samberg commented that there can never be too many condiments.
