Parris Todd’s Super Bowl Surprise: Pickleball is stepping into the national spotlight with a Michelob Ultra Super Bowl commercial featuring rising star Parris Todd. The ad, which includes Hollywood icons Willem Dafoe and Catherine O’Hara, highlights the sport’s increasing popularity and growing presence in mainstream entertainment.
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Pickleball Joins the Biggest Advertising Stage
During a recent PPA Tour event in Tucson, Todd shared her excitement about being part of the high-profile commercial. The ad showcases a pickleball match featuring a star-studded cast, demonstrating how the sport is capturing national attention.
Todd and her boyfriend, Hunter, were invited to participate in the production. Reflecting on the experience, she admitted that she didn’t immediately recognize the actors but was amazed once she saw them in person.
“I don’t know what I’m allowed to say. Hunter and I, since they’re older actors, we didn’t know who they were. But, of course, when we saw them personally, oh my god. It’s the Green Goblin and the lady from Home Alone. But we didn’t know their names, so I feel so bad.” – (Parris Todd)
A Star-Studded Cast Elevates Pickleball
The ad also features soccer star Alex Morgan, reinforcing pickleball’s growing influence beyond its traditional audience.
The involvement of major Hollywood and sports figures signals that pickleball is becoming a mainstream sport with a broad appeal. Todd expressed how incredible it felt to be part of such a major event.
“The fact that the sport is just growing so much to be in a Super Bowl commercial is insane.” – (Todd)
Pickleball’s Rising Popularity
The inclusion of pickleball in a Super Bowl commercial marks a significant milestone for the sport. Once viewed as a niche activity, it has now reached one of the biggest advertising stages in the world.
With more brands and high-profile figures embracing the sport, pickleball’s presence in pop culture continues to expand. The Michelob Ultra ad serves as a testament to its increasing influence and bright future.
News in Brief: Parris Todd’s Super Bowl Surprise
Pickleball takes center stage in a Michelob Ultra Super Bowl ad featuring Parris Todd, Willem Dafoe, and Catherine O’Hara.
The commercial highlights the sport’s growing popularity and mainstream appeal. Todd, thrilled by the experience, called it “insane” as pickleball continues making waves in the sports and entertainment world.
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