I reported them to the insurance commissioner. I hate Flo the Progressive Girl.. 1,578 likes. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. 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. I hate Jamie!!! I hate Flo the Progressive Girl. 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). By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. FREE delivery Thu, . and our Distractify is a registered trademark. 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. There are multiple websites and social media groups that are either dedicated to or talking about her. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. 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. See more of I hate Flo from Progressive! I would have to shut it of at time because I couldn't take it. 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. "The writers are very open to what I think; there may be some improv here now and then, that is encouraged, by the way. They should have killed Flo like 3 years ago. Start a new thread to share your experiences with like-minded people. The Pro-Flo ads often times mock her a bit and I appreciate that kind of self-deprecation in a product spokesperson. Flo was created by copywriter John Park and art director Steve Reepmeyer of the Arnold Worldwide ad agency in Boston. But Stephanie is so much more than just Flo from Progressive. I don't even bother to mute the Flo commercials. But where exactly have you seen Essie before? I really dig the car spoof and when Flo meets the that guy's family. Progressive's Flo is Pretty Popular, Successor to the Geico Gecko By Vince Grzegorek on Mon, Jun 7, 2010 at 2:48 pm . I hate the General. Conveniently, Progressive sent me an email wishing me a Happy Birthday with a perfectly shoppable photo of my television viewing arch nemesis. 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. But Stephanie is so much more than just Flo from Progressive. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. 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. 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. Tomorrow is my Birthday. I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. By E.J. That one was pretty spot on. She has; the brand is flourishing. The same article also reported that she was the subject of a popular Halloween costume. In 2011, Progressive introduced Flo's Australian counterpart, Kitty,[6] played by Holly Austin. Uniting for the 45th anniversary of the organization, you can see the smiles and joy they share on the red carpet. [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. 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]. 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. Insurer Introduces Auto Quoting Tool with Flo Chatbot for Messenger. For more information, please see our The actress explained that her personal style and vibe is much more subtle and muted. ", 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. She's also a memorable character and definitely a recognizable one. She is EXTREMELY annoying. 217.23.8.140 Jokes aside, Stephanie has already been playing the role for 14 years and doesn't seem to be slowing down anytime soon. , New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. 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. Progressive is great. Visitor Posts. Create new account. Phillip Pell. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. You are using an out of date browser. Who is Flo from Progressive? I will never buy Progressive Insurance because of it. See more of I hate Flo from Progressive! she has this uncanny aspect that makes her seem like a serial killer, Its the annoying ones that get your attention. The evidence that Progressive is hedging its bets against Flo emerged in 2010, when the company and its ad agency, Arnold Worldwide, introduced a new spokescharacter.The Messenger is a mustachioed . Her commercials are quite possibly my least favorite commercials of all times. Like many in Hollywood, Courtney worked her way up and had multiple "survival" jobs to keep her going (via Backstage). I haven't dealt with that but they took 3 months to pay off my car and still haven't paid my medicals. 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 hate the progressive commercials, mainly because of Flo, she's just the worst. They are awful but so are almost all commercials. 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. She's adorable and doesn't sound like a dying goose. https://www.ispot.tv/ad/AfS_/progressive-flotection. Flo is a fictional salesperson character appearing in more than 100 advertisements for Progressive Insurance since 2008. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Log In. There are much MUCH worse commercials on TV for me to spend my hatred on. Stephanie Courtney is an American actress and comedian who has a net worth of $6 million dollars. Stephanie thinks it has everything to do with how relatable she is. I just realized last night that Bevs friend Essie on the Goldbergs is Flo from the Progressive commercials. 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]. 277 people like this. The day she leased the vehicle she called up her insurer which was Progressive Insurance. Who knows?". Create new account. They should air that one more. To Continue Reading. Forgot account? on Facebook. "[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. Published on November 10, 2014. Always thought they were the dumbest ever. The actress started her career performing comedic improv with the famous sketch comedy group, The Groundlings, in . 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). [13][14], Advertising Age described Flo as "a weirdly sincere, post-modern Josephine the Plumber who just really wants to help. That was my first job that I had out here. ", "ModNation Monday: Carnival Parts Pack and 'Free' Progressive Kart next week! But whether you love her or hate her, you can't ignore her. I hate all car insurance ads, but Progressive is the worst. The ads used to be better for sure though. Look up who the commissioner is in your state and you can report this bs. I hate flo from the progressive insurance commercials! Rodney. Whether consciously or subconsciously the next time you consider switching insurance companies, progressive will definitely be on your mind. They brought back this from 4 years ago. Probably in the minority, here.but the caveman commercials just absolutely grate on my last nerve. Privacy Policy. Copyright 2023 Distractify. Performance & security by Cloudflare. and bounces the ball off Shaq's head is the best one. 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. So after all this I asked a friend of mine within the industry about this, and how it felt all wrong. And I put on my polo shirt and put my hair in a ponytail and showed up." Thanks! Price and other details may vary based on product size and color. The General one where he goes "now let's do some free throws!" Greedy predators!!! ET on ABC. Avoid the Christmas rush and start hating her now. Early on, Courtney, as Flo, appeared as a cashier in a spot called "Checkout," where ad libbing was encouraged. 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. My friend who was in IT who was also there called major BS. I will never forget it and it just goes to show how crooked the Auto insurance industry truly is, in particular Progressive. Stephanie has no idea how long she'll keep playing Flo, joking, "I dont know, how much plastic surgery would it take? I was there with her along with a friend of mine who is in IT. 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. Portrayed by actress and comedian Stephanie Courtney, the character has developed a fan base on social networks and has become an iconic advertising mascot. Just go with the Flo, it aint that deep. [17][18], "The Strange Allure of the Progressive Insurance Girl", "Who is This Girl in Progressive Insurance TV Commercials? "[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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqobY3r203k. As cute as their app and website are, it is practically impossible to cancel their policies. 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 . She calls it the The Yentas but later it's changed to The Frentas. In 2020, another Progressive employee was added, Mara, portrayed by Natalie Palamides. JavaScript is disabled. *. #TheGoldbergs pic.twitter.com/UaaW7gQR5b. I remember listening to a sports talk radio station and every other commercial was a flo commercial. Courtney's skills and appearances actually extend far beyond sketch comedy. Flo is a fictional salesperson character appearing in more than 100 advertisements for Progressive Insurance since 2008. , 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.' Flo is a cashier and is recognizable by her extremely upbeat personality, brilliant white uniform, heavy makeup, and retro hairstyle. Was it Progressive that recently spoofed those stupid "real people" car commercials? Get a quote Or call 1-855-347-3939. All of us were working so hard to find out who this person was and what the boundaries were. You can always visit progressive .com or call us at 1-855-347-3939 if you need immediate assistance. But Flo would never have become a household name without actress Stephanie Courtney, whose comedic skills brought Flo to her larger-than-life status. 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. 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