Ryan Reynolds is back with another timely ad for his cell phone company — this time, he’s hired a guy who’s recently become famous for being conned… only now, he’s in on the joke.
Of course we’re talking Ronald GladdenWho’s the star and main subject on the hit Amazon freebie show “Jury Duty” — which is basically the modern ‘Joe Schmoe Show’ … where one person thinks they’re part of something real, and everyone else is an actor.
Ron has become an internet sensation since the series premiered last month, and now his new gig is starring in Ryan’s latest Mint mobile commercial — which is pretty awesome.
See… RR starts by plugging all of Mint’s services and features – as if it’s still $15/month – which then prompts him to ask Ron if he can believe it. The man walks into frame and replies, “No, it doesn’t feel real”… referring to the larger “Jury Duty”.
The 2 guys joke back and forth for a bit before Ron says he’s been through “some s***” – again, he’s talking about his ‘Truman Show’-esque time on the show . Ryan arrives and hugs her, saying that he can count on her… ’cause he’s an actor.
It’s a lot of fun, and just a testament to Reynolds having his finger on the pulse of pop culture. You may remember his peloton adWhich has come out with a big news.
Anyhow, there’s more good news for Ron… the guy has been signed to a talent agency in the wake of his ‘Jury’ fame. artist first — who also represents awkwafina, minka kelly And others — took that away, and are now trying to get more work out of him.
As it turns out, the nice guys finish first!